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The status line can provide the user with important information without interrupting the work flow. The MODEMACRO system variable controls the user-defined area on the status line. The calculated value of the MODEMACRO system variable is displayed in a left-aligned panel in the status bar at the bottom of the AutoCAD® window. This variable is set to the null string when you start AutoCAD. Its value is not saved in the drawing, the configuration file, or anywhere else.
The number of characters displayed on the status line is limited only by the size of the AutoCAD window (and your monitor). The default panels move to the right as the content of the MODEMACRO panel grows. It is possible to push the default panels completely off the screen (if you want to).
You can use the MODEMACRO system variable to display, in the status line, most data known to AutoCAD. With its calculation, decision, and editing facilities you can compose the status line to your precise specifications.
MODEMACRO is a user-string variable. It can be set to any string value. The maximum string value is 4095 characters. You can set MODEMACRO with SETVAR or by entering modemacro at the command prompt. If you modify the MODEMACRO setting, you can experiment with various status line formats; however, the maximum number of characters you can enter in this manner is 255.
If you set MODEMACRO to the null string by entering a period (.), AutoCAD displays the standard status line.