How to Add Tool Palette in Autocad 2020

When working with AutoCAD 2020, you may find yourself wanting to add some customization to your tool palette. In this article, we will explore the steps on how to add custom hatch patterns to the Custom tab.

To start, select the Custom tab from the ribbon or type 'Hatch' at the command prompt followed by 'T' for settings. This will bring up the Hatch and Gradient dialog box. From here, you can access the Hatch Pattern Palette by clicking on the ellipses next to the pattern name, as highlighted in yellow in the image below.

The Hatch Pattern Palette offers a range of options, including the ability to create custom patterns. To add your own custom patterns, simply select the 'New' button and enter a name for your pattern using the format '*MYNAME, DESCRIPTION' followed by the pattern data. For example, you could name your pattern '*EARTH, Earth-like terrain' and then enter the corresponding pattern data.

Once you have created your custom pattern, you can add it to the Custom tab by clicking on the 'Add' button. You can also edit the default PAT files that are installed with AutoCAD using Notepad and adding your custom hatch pattern data at the end of the file. Hatch patterns are stored in a file named ACAD.PAT or ACADISO.PAT.

Recently, I have received several requests from people asking about how to populate the Custom tab with their own custom patterns. Adding custom hatch patterns can be a great way to enhance your design and make it more visually appealing. By following these steps, you can easily add your own custom patterns to the Custom tab in AutoCAD 2020.

In conclusion, adding tool palettes to Autocad 2020 is a simple process that can help streamline your workflow and enhance your design. With the ability to create custom hatch patterns, you can tailor your designs to your specific needs and make them more visually appealing.

How to add tool palette in autocad 2020