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Any of you Magnet Field gurus know if it's possible to change the map background color? I don't want a map or photo, just a darker background so that I can more easily see the linework.

Thanks!


 
Posted : September 1, 2020 2:27 pm
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Configure / Global / Under Main tab Color scheme at the bottom of page.?ÿ


 
Posted : September 1, 2020 6:36 pm
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Thanks for the reply, @linebender, I've tried that, but it doesn't seem to change the map background. It changes everything else, though (menus, etc.). With my usual layering/color scheme on a white map background, it's tough to see some of the linework in the bright sun.


 
Posted : September 1, 2020 7:15 pm
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I don't use magnet, but isn't there an option to make the map lines all black?


 
Posted : September 2, 2020 7:42 pm
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@leegreen

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Posted : September 3, 2020 3:42 am

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Magnet Field map background is fixed to white. As far as I know, it can't be changed. White background in daylight conditions works best with dark-colored line work. I always change line colors such as yellow and cyan in CAD files before importing into Magnetfield. You can also change the line weight and styles.


 
Posted : September 3, 2020 6:17 am
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Thanks, Lee, I have been changing line colors, as needed. Guess I may need to revisit my coloring scheme...


 
Posted : September 4, 2020 12:22 pm