The error "Make sure you can write to the current directory" in AutoCAD 2013 is not a bug—it’s a permission safety net. When AutoCAD cannot write to a folder, it refuses to proceed rather than corrupt your file. Understanding this behavior allows you to systematically check Windows permissions, adjust AutoCAD’s internal paths, and configure your antivirus for compatibility.
Even if your drawing folder is writable, AutoCAD 2013 sometimes tries to write temporary files to a protected location. Go to: TOOLS > OPTIONS > Files tab Make Sure You Can Write To Current Directory Autocad 2013
AutoCAD 2013 was released alongside Windows 8. It expects a trusting environment where the current working directory (the folder where your drawing lives) is fully writable. However, modern IT policies lock down: The error "Make sure you can write to