How to Make AutoCAD PLT Files
A file with the PLT file extension is an AutoCAD Plotter file. The PLT file contains information for a specific plotter for printing the AutoCAD drawing on the device. A PLT file contains the drawing the file is generated from. The PLT file is a finalized, uneditable printer file, similar to a PRN file. Create a PLT file using the AutoCAD Plot to File feature.
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Instructions
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Open the drawing to convert to a PLT file in AutoCAD.
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Click the “Output” option on the top navigation panel.
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Click “Plot Panel,” and then click “Plot.” The Plotter dialog box opens.
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Check the checkbox in front of the “Plot to File” option.
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Set any additional options specific to your plotter in the Plotter dialog box.
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Click the “OK” button. The Browse for Plotter File dialog box opens.
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Click the “Browse” button, and navigate to the location where the PLT file will be saved.
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Type a name for the PLT file in the “File Name” input box.
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Click “Save.” The PLT file for the drawing is generated and saved in the specified location.
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