Vectorworks Tutorial: Creating 24x36 PDFs Without a Plotter
Learn how to export large format sheets (24x36) to PDF when you don't have Adobe PDF or a plotter connected to your computer.
In this lesson
Create a new sheet layer and configure it for 24x36 output
Access and configure Page Setup for large format sheets without a plotter
Understand how Vectorworks displays page breaks for standard printers
What you'll learn
Create a new sheet layer and configure it for 24x36 output
Access and configure Page Setup for large format sheets without a plotter
Understand how Vectorworks displays page breaks for standard printers
Use the 'Export the whole printable area to one page' option in Publish settings
Successfully export a single 24x36 PDF from multiple letter-size pages
Avoid common pitfalls that result in multi-page PDFs instead of single sheets
Overview
This quick tutorial demonstrates the essential workflow for exporting large format sheets to PDF without requiring Adobe PDF or a physical plotter connection. You'll learn how to configure page setup to recognize 24x36 dimensions, understand how Vectorworks handles page breaks for standard letter-size printers, and use the Publish command with the correct settings to export your entire sheet as a single PDF page. This technique is critical for students and professionals who need to submit or share large format drawings but don't have access to professional printing equipment.