How Do I Draw a Line in AutoCAD Using Command Line?
AutoCAD is a powerful software used for creating precise and accurate drawings. One of the fundamental operations in AutoCAD is drawing lines.
In this tutorial, we will explore how to draw a line using the command line in AutoCAD.
Step 1: Launch AutoCAD
Before we begin, make sure you have AutoCAD installed on your computer. Once installed, launch the application by double-clicking on the AutoCAD icon.
Step 2: Open a New Drawing
Once AutoCAD is launched, you will be presented with a welcome screen. From here, click on “New” to open a new drawing.
Alternatively, you can use the Ctrl + N keyboard shortcut.
Step 3: Access the Command Line
The command line in AutoCAD is where you can enter specific commands to execute various operations. To access the command line, look at the bottom of the AutoCAD window.
You will see a text input box labeled “Command:”. This is where you can type commands.
Step 4: Activate Line Command
To draw a line using the command line, we need to activate the line command first. Type “LINE” (without quotes) into the command line and press Enter.
This will activate the line tool.
Step 5: Specify Start Point and End Point of Line
After activating the line tool, AutoCAD will prompt you to specify the start point of your line. Move your cursor to the desired location and click once to set the start point.
Then, move your cursor to the end point and click again to set the end point. AutoCAD will automatically draw a line connecting these two points.
Step 6: Repeat Steps for Additional Lines
To draw additional lines, simply repeat steps 4 and 5. Activate the line command by typing “LINE” into the command line and press Enter.
Specify the start and end points of each line as desired.
Step 7: Exit Line Command
Once you have finished drawing all your desired lines, you can exit the line command. To do this, simply press the Esc key on your keyboard or right-click anywhere in the drawing area and select “Exit” from the context menu.
Tips:
- To draw a horizontal or vertical line: After activating the line tool (step 4), hold down the Shift key while specifying the start and end points to constrain the line to a horizontal or vertical direction.
- To draw a line at a specific angle: After activating the line tool (step 4), type “@angle_value” (without quotes) into the command line before specifying the start and end points. Replace “angle_value” with your desired angle in degrees.
- To draw a line of specific length: After activating the line tool (step 4), type “@length_value” (without quotes) into the command line before specifying the start and end points. Replace “length_value” with your desired length.
Drawing lines using the command line in AutoCAD provides a quick and efficient way to create precise drawings. By following these steps and utilizing the additional tips, you can easily draw lines in AutoCAD with accuracy and control.