Specify Distances

Specify Distances

Offset from Temporary Reference Points

 

Create and Modify Objects > Use Precision Tools > Specify Distances > 

Enter Direct Distances

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Concept

Procedure

Quick Reference

You can specify a point by moving the cursor to indicate a direction and then entering the distance.

To specify a line length quickly, without entering coordinate values, you can specify a point by moving the cursor to indicate a direction and then entering the distance from the first point. You can enter calculated distances from the QuickCalc calculator. For more information, see Use the QuickCalc Calculator.

You can use direct distance entry to specify points for all commands requiring more than one point. When Ortho mode or polar tracking is on, this method is an efficient way to draw lines of specified length and direction, and to move or copy objects.