To change fillet settings in AutoCAD, you primarily configure the list of preset fillet sizes available for quick selection. This allows you to customize and quickly apply frequently used fillet radii in your designs, significantly boosting your drafting efficiency.
How to Configure Fillet Sizes in AutoCAD
AutoCAD provides a straightforward way to manage the list of fillet radii available in the Fillet command's options. This customization ensures that your most common fillet values are easily accessible.
Steps to Access Fillet Configuration:
Follow these steps to open the dialog for managing your preset fillet sizes:
- Navigate to the Home tab on the AutoCAD ribbon.
- In the Modify panel, click the Fillet tool. This activates the Fillet command.
- Once the Fillet command is active, look for the Fillet Options panel (or the command line options).
- Click the Fillet Size drop-down menu.
- From the options presented, select Configure. This option is typically found as the last item in the drop-down list and will open a dialog box dedicated to managing your custom fillet sizes.
For more information on the basic Fillet command, refer to the official Autodesk Fillet Command documentation.
Managing Your Fillet Sizes:
Once in the configuration dialog, you can perform several actions to customize your list of fillet radii.
Adding a New Fillet Size
To introduce a new, frequently used radius to your preset list:
- Locate the option to add new sizes within the configuration dialog.
- Enter the desired numerical value for the fillet radius (e.g., 2.5, 7, 12.75).
- Confirm the entry to include it in the list of available sizes.
Removing a Fillet Size
If a specific fillet radius is no longer needed or was added by mistake:
- Select the length value you wish to remove from the current list.
- Utilize the designated "Remove" or "Delete" option within the dialog.
Modifying an Existing Fillet Size
To update a value already present in your custom list:
- Select the existing fillet size you want to change.
- Edit the numerical value to reflect the new desired radius.
- Confirm the modification to save the updated size.
Finalizing Your Changes
After you have added, removed, or modified your fillet sizes as needed, click OK in the configuration dialog. This action saves all your changes and updates the Fillet Size drop-down list, making your custom radii immediately available for use.
Example Configured Fillet Sizes
Here's an example of how a customized list of fillet sizes might appear:
| Fillet Size (Units) | Description |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | Small radius for fine details |
| 1.0 | Standard general-purpose radius |
| 2.5 | Medium curve for transitions |
| 5.0 | Large radius for smooth bends |
| 10.0 | Extra-large for significant curves |
By managing these settings, you ensure that your AutoCAD environment is tailored to your specific project requirements, making the creation of professional and precise drawings more efficient.
