How Do You Measure Distance Along a Polyline in AutoCAD?

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In AutoCAD, measuring distances along a polyline is a common task that can be accomplished using a few simple steps. This tutorial will guide you through the process of measuring distance along a polyline in AutoCAD.

Step 1: Select the “Measure” Command

To begin measuring distance along a polyline, first, select the “Measure” command from the AutoCAD toolbar. You can find this command by navigating to the “Tools” menu and selecting “Measure” from the dropdown list.

Step 2: Choose the Polyline

After selecting the “Measure” command, you will be prompted to choose a polyline. To do this, move your cursor over the desired polyline and left-click to select it. The polyline will now be highlighted.

Step 3: View Distance Information

Once you have selected the polyline, AutoCAD will display distance information about that polyline in a dialog box. This information includes total length, as well as segment lengths for individual segments within the polyline.

Segment Lengths:

  • Segment A: 10 units
  • Segment B: 15 units
  • Segment C: 20 units

The segment lengths provide valuable information about each segment’s length within the selected polyline.

Step 4: Measure Specific Points on Polyline

If you need to measure distance between specific points on the polyline, you can use AutoCAD’s “Distance” command. To access this command, simply type “DIST” in the command line and press Enter. Then follow these steps:

  1. Type “DIST” in the command line and press Enter.
  2. Select the first point on the polyline by clicking it.
  3. Select the second point on the polyline by clicking it.

AutoCAD will then calculate and display the distance between the two selected points on the polyline.

Step 5: Additional Tips

  • If you need to measure distance along multiple polylines, repeat steps 2-4 for each polyline individually.
  • The “Measure” command can also be used to measure angles and areas in AutoCAD. Simply select the desired option from the command prompt.

By following these steps, you can easily measure distance along a polyline in AutoCAD. Whether you need to measure total length or specific segment lengths, AutoCAD provides a straightforward solution for all your measuring needs.