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Line

About lines:

  • Line is the basic and common shape which will keep creating multiple lines on each click.
  • Each and every click will generate different lines which can be edited separately. 
  • Multiple lines can also be converted into Polylines using certain commands which we will see later on in upcoming blogs. 
  • Easiest way to draw a line is by clicking at two points which are well known to you.
  • Lines can also be created using co-ordinates ABS absolute, RR rectangular, PR polar provided in AutoCAD. 
  • Making a line using co-ordinates is little tricky and needs great attention. 
  • you can check previous blog for co-ordinate systems.
How to make a line with precision.

  • Use object snaps, Osnaps, to snap to locations on objects
  • Use object snap tracking to combine object snap locations
  • Use Grid Snap (F9) to restrict point selection to intervals that you define
  • Enter coordinates for one or both ends of the line
  • Use Orthogonal locking, Ortho Mode (F8), to constrain cursor movement to the horizontal and vertical directions
  • Use polar tracking (F10) to guide cursor movement to specified angles
  • Use angle overrides to lock the cursor to a specified angle


    • You can use these tools along with direct distance entry to draw

     objects quickly and with precision.

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