How to set a custom via as default via on VXL/GXL?

Hi Cadence Support

Is there a way to set a custom via as the default via?
What I am currently doing:
1. On vxl invoke 'Create via"
2. Choose via definition
3. Adjust rows, columns & cut size spacing to desired value.
4. Save then repeat doing this on each layout view.
Is there a built in feature on vxl to do this faster?
Do I need to load some skill files?