The following autocad article provides some useful autocad tips to maintain the standard workspace.
Tricks for AutoCAD user interface - Learn how to deactivate the ribbon and produce a minimum workspace:
1. Give command RIBBONCLOSE
2. Give command MENUBAR 1
3. Select the Tools menu > Toolbars > AutoCAD > Layers
4. Select the Tools menu > Toolbars > AutoCAD > Properties
5. Lots other can be included as per requirements
6. Dock the toolbars at the top of the drawing area
7. Give command MENUBAR 0
8. Click the Workspace button and Save Current As ..., label it “Minimal” or whatever
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