Frequent question: Where is the ribbon located when you start AutoCAD?

Where is the ribbon located in AutoCAD?

The ribbons are available from the second row of tabs in the upper left corner of your CAD interface. (The top row of tabs is for the pull-down menus.)

What is the ribbon in AutoCAD?

AutoCAD 2009



The ribbon is a palette that displays task-based buttons and controls that are relevant to the current workspace. It eliminates the need to display multiple toolbars, reducing clutter in the application and maximizing the drawing area available.

How do I load ribbon in AutoCAD?

To restore the ribbon, do one of the following:

1. Switch to a different workspace and then back again (see Workspace Switching (Status Bar Button) | AutoCAD).
2. Switch to a different profile and then back again (Options > Profiles).
3. Reload the main CUI file: Type in the CUILOAD command. Click Browse. Select the ACAD.

How do I show the ribbon in AutoCAD 2021?

To display the ribbon if it is not displayed in your workspace, or has been closed, enter ribbon on the command line. You can use the button at the right of the tab names to modify the appearance of the ribbon as follows: To display only the tab names as titles, click (Minimize to Tabs).

How do I activate a ribbon tab?

Collapse the ribbon or expand it again



To see the ribbon again, just double-click any ribbon tab, or press CTRL+F1.

Where is the CUIx file located?

The default location for CUIx files depends on the AutoCAD version. For example: AutoCAD: C:UsersAppDataRoamingAutodeskAutoCAD 20xxRxx. xSupport.

How do I get my ribbon back in AutoCAD 2022?

To display the ribbon if it is not displayed in your workspace, or has been closed, enter ribbon on the command line. You can use the button at the right of the tab names to modify the appearance of the ribbon as follows: To display only the tab names as titles, click (Minimize to Tabs).