Is there a way to restore the default workspace in BricsCAD?

ByCADbrief Staff

Short Answer

Yes — you can restore the default workspace in BricsCAD by switching back to a standard workspace and, if needed, resetting the interface with WORKSPACE. The most common professional method is to choose a built-in workspace from the status bar or Workspace toolbar. Custom tool positions may still need manual adjustment.

What You Need to Know Before

Warning: Restoring the default workspace in BricsCAD can overwrite your current panel, ribbon, and toolbar layout if you previously saved a custom workspace with the same name. If your profile or CUI customization is damaged, simply switching workspaces may not fully restore the original interface.

How to Restore the Default Workspace in BricsCAD

  • Command: WORKSPACE

  • Shortcut: No default shortcut

  • Quick Steps:

    1. Type WORKSPACE in the command line, then press Enter.
    2. In the workspace selector, choose a standard built-in workspace such as Drafting from the status bar or interface control.
    3. If needed, open the workspace settings and make sure the correct workspace is set current, then confirm panel visibility like Ribbon = On.

Variables & Settings

  • Key Setting: Workspace switching in the user interface

  • Expert Setting: If the Ribbon, toolbars, or panels do not return as expected, check whether the current workspace was previously saved after customization. In that case, switching to another built-in workspace and then back is often the fastest way to reload the standard layout.

Why it Fails

  • Cause 1 (Geometry): The issue is not geometry-related, but users often mistake missing model space panels for drawing corruption when the problem is only workspace display.

  • Cause 2 (layers/Locks): A locked or customized profile can prevent interface elements from appearing as expected, especially in managed office environments.

  • Cause 3 (Command/Logic): If the current workspace was overwritten and saved with unwanted changes, the WORKSPACE command will reload that modified version instead of the original default layout.

Quick Fix & Best Practice

  • Quick Fix: Run WORKSPACE, switch to another built-in workspace, then switch back to Drafting to reload the standard BricsCAD layout.
  • Manager’s Verdict: Use built-in workspaces for daily production and save custom workspaces only after testing. Avoid repeatedly overwriting the default-style layout on shared company installations.

FAQ

How do I show the Ribbon again in BricsCAD?

Use the Ribbon display option in the current workspace or switch to a built-in workspace that has Ribbon enabled.

Can I reset BricsCAD without reinstalling it?

Yes, in many cases switching workspace or resetting your profile restores the interface without reinstalling.

Why is my saved workspace not loading correctly?

It is usually because the workspace was saved after panels were closed or after a customization error.

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