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Understanding The Commands of AutoCAD

The document discusses essential commands in AutoCAD including commands to draw basic shapes like lines, circles, rectangles, and arcs. It also covers commands for modifying objects like trim, extend, move, copy, rotate, scale, offset, and mirror. Additional commands covered are erase, zoom, pan, save, layers.

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Understanding The Commands of AutoCAD

The document discusses essential commands in AutoCAD including commands to draw basic shapes like lines, circles, rectangles, and arcs. It also covers commands for modifying objects like trim, extend, move, copy, rotate, scale, offset, and mirror. Additional commands covered are erase, zoom, pan, save, layers.

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UNDERSTANDING

THE COMMANDS OF
AUTOCAD.
INTRODUCTION:

 Understanding the commands in AutoCAD is fundamental to


effectively using this popular computer-aided design (CAD) software.
AutoCAD provides a wide range of commands that allow you to
create, edit, and manipulate drawings and designs. Here's an overview
of some essential commands and how to use them:
COMMANDS

Line (L): The Line command is used to draw straight line segments. Click on two
points to specify the start and end points of the line.
Circle (C): The Circle command creates a circle with a specified radius. You can
define the circle by specifying its center and radius or by specifying three points on
its circumference.
Rectangle (REC): This command creates rectangles or squares. You can specify
either two opposite corners or the center and the dimensions.
COMMANDS

Arc (ARC): Use this command to draw arcs. You can define arcs by specifying the
start point, endpoint, and radius or by specifying other parameters such as center, start
angle, and end angle.
Polyline (PL): The Polyline command lets you draw connected lines or arcs as a single
object. It's useful for creating complex shapes or paths.
Trim (TR): Trim is used to remove unnecessary parts of objects by trimming them
along a defined cutting edge. Select the cutting edge, and then select the objects you
want to trim.
COMMANDS

Extend (EX): Extend extends the endpoints of objects to meet another object. Select the
boundary object, and then select the objects you want to extend.
Move (M): The Move command allows you to move objects from one location to another.
Select the objects to move and specify a base point, followed by the new location.
Copy (CO): Copy duplicates objects in your drawing. Select the objects to copy, specify a
base point, and then specify the destination point.
Rotate (RO): Rotate lets you rotate objects around a specified point. Select the objects,
specify the base point for rotation, and enter the rotation angle.
COMMANDS

Scale (SC): The Scale command allows you to resize objects by a specified scale
factor. Select the objects, specify the base point, and enter the scale factor.
Offset (O): Offset creates parallel copies of objects at a specified distance. Select
the objects, specify the distance, and specify the side for the offset.
Mirror (MI): Mirror reflects objects across a specified line. Select the objects,
specify the mirror line, and choose whether to keep or discard the original objects.
COMMANDS

Erase (E): Erase removes selected objects from your drawing.


Zoom (Z): Zoom in or out on your drawing by specifying a window or a
magnification factor.
Pan (P): Pan allows you to move your view within the drawing without changing
the zoom level.
Save (SAVE) and Save As (SAVEAS): These commands are used to save your
work. "Save As" lets you specify a different file name or format if needed.
COMMANDS

Layer (LA): Layer controls the visibility and properties of different layers in your
drawing.
 These are just a few of the many commands available in AutoCAD. Remember
that AutoCAD provides a comprehensive Help system where you can find
detailed information about each command and its options. Additionally, you can
customize and create your own commands using AutoLISP or other scripting
languages to automate repetitive tasks and tailor AutoCAD to your specific
needs.

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