🔢 AutoCAD Scale Calculator

Scale Factor • Viewport Zoom • LTSCALE • DIMSCALE • Text Heights
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Anthony Squires • Senior Drafter • 2026
Quick Access Search All Tools Ctrl+K Help & Tool Guide
⚙ Select a Scale
OR ENTER CUSTOM
Quick Reference:
Scale Factor = (Real unit size) ÷ (Paper unit size)
VP XP Zoom = 1 ÷ Scale Factor
LTSCALE = DIMSCALE = Scale Factor
Model Text = Plotted Size × Scale Factor
📐 Select a scale and click Calculate to see results.

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AutoCAD 2024 — Scaling & Units Reference  •  Pole Configurations  •  Anthony Squires • Senior Drafter • 2026
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