# HPLAYER System Variable [GstarCAD 2026](Help%20System/GSTARCAD/2026/Index.md) → [System Variables](Help%20System/GSTARCAD/2026/System%20Variables/(System%20Variables).md) **Function Description:** The HPLAYER system variable is used to specify a default layer for new hatches and fills in the current drawing. | | | | --- | --- | | Type | String | | Saved in | Drawing | | Initial value | Use current | --- [Original help](https://www.gstarcad.net/help/GstarCAD_2026_en-US/detail/systemVariables/HPLAYER.html) · © Gstarsoft Co., Ltd.