Autodesk Certified Professional in AutoCAD for Design and Drafting Practice Exam

When do results of a layer properties filter become visible?

1. After closing the filter definition

2. During initialization of the drawing

3. In real time as the filter is being defined

4. Only after applying the filter

The correct answer is: In real time as the filter is being defined

The visibility of results for a layer properties filter is immediate as the filter is being defined, which is why this choice is the correct answer. When you start creating or editing a layer properties filter in AutoCAD, any criteria you set up—such as layer name, color, or type—can dynamically affect the display of layers in the Layer Properties Manager. As you adjust the filter settings, the layers that meet the criteria are shown or hidden in real time, allowing for instant feedback and refinement. This enhances the user's ability to see how different parameters affect layer visibility and organization without the need for additional steps. In contrast, results could not be visible only after closing the filter definition since the utility is designed to provide real-time updates. Initialization of the drawing does not affect how filters work, as filters operate independently of the drawing state. Applying the filter is also not required to see the changes, as these occur during the definition phase. This immediate feedback capability streamlines the process of organizing layers within a drawing, making it a powerful feature in AutoCAD's layer management system.