| Product: | MicroStation | ||
| Version: | V8, XM, V8i, CONNECT, 2023 - 2025 | ||
| Environment: | N\A | ||
| Area: | UI Customization | ||
| Subarea: | General |
Problem
How to save design file changes automatically?
How to save settings automatically?
Solution
To Enable these in Preferences:
In V8i (Select Series):
1. Go to Workspace > Preferences.
2. Go to the Operation section.
3. Toggle on Save Settings on Exit
4. Toggle on Automatically Save Design Changes
In CONNECT / 2023 - 2025:
1. Go to File > Settings > User > Preferences
2. Go to the Operation category
3. Toggle on Save Settings on Exit
4. Toggle on Auto-save Design Changes
Note: In instances where working on files across a network drive, it might be advisable to turn off the "Auto-save Design Changes"
See Also
Automatic Back-Up and Save Settings
Quickly Create Backup Copy of Design File
Automatic backup of design (DGN) files
Automatically Create Backup Files When Opening
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| Original Author: | Bentley Technical Support Group |