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Scale Views in Layout Viewports
Concept Procedure Quick Reference
 
 
 

To modify a layout viewport scale using the Properties palette

  1. Make sure you are on a layout tab in paper space.
  2. Click the border of the viewport whose scale you want to modify.
  3. Right-click, and then click Properties.
  4. In the Properties palette, select Standard Scale, and then select a new scale from the list.

    The scale you choose is applied to the viewport.

    NoteTo use a custom scale, enter a scale in the Custom Scale field in the Properties palette.
 Toolbar: Standard 
 Command entry: PROPERTIES
 Shortcut menu: Select the viewport and right-click in the drawing area. Click Properties.