How Do I Change the Ortho Angle in AutoCAD?

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How Do I Change the Ortho Angle in AutoCAD?

In AutoCAD, the Ortho mode restricts cursor movement to horizontal and vertical directions, allowing precise drafting and alignment. By default, the Ortho angle is set to 90 degrees, but you can easily change it to suit your specific needs. In this tutorial, we will explore how to change the Ortho angle in AutoCAD.

Step 1: Access the Drafting Settings

To change the Ortho angle, you need to access the Drafting Settings dialog box. There are two ways to do this:

  • Method 1: Type “DSETTINGS” in the command line and press Enter.
  • Method 2: Go to the “Drafting Settings” tab on the status bar and click on the “Ortho” button.

Step 2: Modify the Ortho Angle

Once you have accessed the Drafting Settings dialog box, follow these steps:

  1. Select “Polar Tracking”

    2. The Polar Tracking section allows you to modify various settings related to cursor movement.

  2. Click on “Settings..”

    3. A new dialog box will appear with additional options for Polar Tracking.

  3. Adjust the “Increment angle”

    4. In this dialog box, you can find an input field labeled “Increment angle.” This represents the current Ortho angle value in degrees. Modify this value according to your requirements.

  4. Click “OK”

    5. After adjusting the Increment angle, click on the “OK” button to apply the changes.

That’s it! You have successfully changed the Ortho angle in AutoCAD. Now, your cursor movement will be restricted to the new angle you have set.

Additional Tips:

If you frequently work with specific Ortho angles, you can save them as presets for quick access. Simply follow these steps:

  1. In the Drafting Settings dialog box, click on “Settings.” under Polar Tracking.
  2. In the Polar Tracking Settings dialog box, enter your desired angle in the Increment angle field.
  3. Click on “Add to List”.
  4. Give your preset a name and click “OK”.

You can now select your custom Ortho angle preset from the Ortho button on the status bar whenever needed.

Changing the Ortho angle in AutoCAD allows you to work more efficiently and accurately according to your preferred drafting style. Experiment with different angles to find what works best for you and streamline your drafting process!