How Do I Find the Length of a Line in AutoCAD?
If you’re working with AutoCAD, you may often need to find the length of a line. Luckily, AutoCAD provides a simple and efficient way to do this.
In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of finding the length of a line in AutoCAD. Let’s get started!
Step 1: Selecting the Line
The first step is to select the line for which you want to find the length. To do this, simply activate the Line command by clicking on its icon or typing “LINE” in the command line. Then, click on both ends of the line to select it.
Step 2: Displaying Properties
Once you have selected the line, AutoCAD will display its properties in the Properties palette. If you can’t see it, you can open it by typing “PROPERTIES” in the command line or using the shortcut CTRL+1.
In the Properties palette, locate and expand the Geometry section. Here, you will find various properties related to the selected line.
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If you have multiple lines selected, make sure to deselect all except for one line before proceeding with Step 3.
Step 3: Finding Length
To find the length of your selected line, look for the property called “Length” under the Geometry section in the Properties palette. The value next to it represents the length of your line.
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If you want to change units, you can do so by clicking on the value next to “Length” and selecting your preferred unit from the drop-down menu.
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You can also use Quick Properties to display the length of a line by hovering over it. To activate Quick Properties, type “QPMODE” in the command line and set it to 1.
That’s it! You have successfully found the length of a line in AutoCAD. Remember, this method works for straight lines as well as curved lines.
Conclusion:
In this tutorial, we have learned how to find the length of a line in AutoCAD. By following these simple steps, you can quickly determine the length of any line in your drawing.
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