Use the User Interface Settings > Scroll settings to scroll automatically within the design window while digitizing. This can be more convenient than using panning or scroll bars, especially when working on large designs.
Auto scroll options include:
Option |
Purpose |
Auto scroll |
Tick checkbox to enable automatic scrolling while digitizing. |
Move pointer after scroll |
Tick checkbox to force pointer to move with the current cursor position after each scroll. |
Response time |
Enter smaller values to increase scrolling speed. |
The effect of the auto-scroll setting only becomes apparent when you start to digitize. The design window automatically scrolls to follow the current cursor position. The Move Pointer option gives you the following choices:
Option |
Purpose |
Center |
Center of the window. Use this setting for large movements. |
Midway |
Halfway between the original pointer position and the center of the window. Use this setting for smaller movements – e.g. when zooming into a small area of the design. |
Corner |
The edge of the screen. Use this setting for slow scrolling or when using the Freehand Digitizing tools. |
Tip: Hold down the Alt key to temporarily deactivate auto scroll. Use the Ctrl+Shift+A key combination to toggle auto scroll on/off.