Issue:
You want to reset AutoCAD to defaults in order to correct a problem that results in program crashes, inability to start, error messages, or other issues.
Causes:
Most AutoCAD functions are a result of values loaded from settings files and registry keys. Resetting the program to defaults will restore the program to its original settings.
Solution:
Each user account on a system will have its own AutoCAD settings. Resetting to defaults will only affect the currently active user account. To reset in a different account, you must first log in to that user.
Windows 7 Operating System:
For most versions of AutoCAD 2012 and later (including AutoCAD-based products), the reset utility can be found in the AutoCAD program group located in the Windows Start Menu:
- Start menu > All Programs > Autodesk > AutoCAD 201x > Reset Settings To Default.
The reset utility gives you the option to back-up your settings first. Once the reset is complete, AutoCAD automatically opens and initiates its secondary installer.
Windows 8 Operating System:
- Click the Windows button to access the Start Screen.
- Right-click the bottom of the screen.
- Click the down arrow to access all the installed apps.
- In the AutoCAD section, click "Reset Settings to Default."
Windows 8.1 Operating System:
- Click the Windows button to access the Start Screen.
- Move your cursor down and click the down arrow to access all the installed apps.
- In the AutoCAD section, click "Reset Settings to Default."
Windows 10 Operating System:
- Click the Windows button to access the Start menu.
- Click 'All Apps'
- Click the down arrow v to expand 'Autodesk'.
- Scroll down and click on 'Reset 201x Settings To Default'.
AutoCAD 2011 and older on the Windows 7 and Windows XP Operating Systems:
For AutoCAD 2011 and older and versions that do not have the Reset utility, one must reinitiate the secondary installer.