Are you new to AutoCAD and want to learn how to add area to your drawings? Look no further!
In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of adding area in AutoCAD using simple steps. So let’s get started!
Step 1: Select the desired area
To add area in AutoCAD, you first need to select the desired region. You can do this by using various selection tools such as the ‘Rectangle’ or ‘Polygon’ tool. Simply click and drag your cursor over the area you want to measure.
Step 2: Calculate the area
Once you have selected the desired region, it’s time to calculate its area. AutoCAD provides a built-in tool called ‘Area’ that makes this process a breeze.
To access it, go to the ‘Modify’ tab and click on the ‘Properties’ panel. Then, select the ‘Area’ tool.
Note:
- Make sure your drawing is properly scaled before calculating the area.
- If you are working with a complex shape or multiple regions, you can select them individually or combine them using Boolean operations before calculating their total area.
Step 3: View and record the calculated area
After clicking on the ‘Area’ tool, a dialog box will appear displaying the calculated area of your selected region. The unit of measurement will depend on your drawing settings. Take note of this value as it will be useful for future reference or further calculations.
Note:
If you want to view and record areas continuously without clicking repeatedly on the ‘Area’ tool, you can use keyboard shortcuts such as ‘AA’ or ‘List’.
Step 4: Apply the area measurement to your drawing
Now that you have obtained the area measurement, you can apply it to your drawing. You can do this by adding text labels or annotations directly on your drawing. AutoCAD provides various annotation tools such as ‘Text’, ‘Mtext’, or ‘Leader’ that you can use to add the measured area.
Note:
Remember to format and style your text labels appropriately using options like bold, underline, or different font sizes to make them visually distinct from other elements in your drawing.
Step 5: Update and revise as needed
If you make any changes to the selected region, such as modifying its shape or size, make sure to recalculate the area using the ‘Area’ tool again. This will ensure that your measurements are always up-to-date and accurate.
Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to add area in AutoCAD.
Now you can confidently measure and annotate areas in your drawings with ease. Remember to practice regularly to become proficient in this skill.
Thank you for reading this tutorial! We hope it has been helpful in expanding your AutoCAD knowledge. Stay tuned for more informative articles!