Unit Two:

draw & Modify existing CAD drawings

Coordinate Entry System
The Coordinate Entry System in AutoCAD allows you to accurately specify points and distances while
creating or modifying objects. It offers various methods for entering precise coordinates, distances, and angles,
ensuring accurate placement and sizing of objects within a drawing.

A good understanding of how co-ordinates work in AutoCAD is absolutely crucial if you are to make the best
use of the program. It is an exact way of entering precise points and location within the AutoCAD drawing
area, such as the starting and ending points of lines, exact centers of circles and so on. The co-ordinate entry
system use in AutoCAD is called the “Cartesian Coordinate System".

X, Y, Z Co-ordinate Entry System Angular Measurement

Four most popular way of enter coordinates in AutoCAD

1. Absolute Coordinate Entry

2. Relative Coordinate Entry
3. Polar Coordinate Entry
4. Direct Distance Entry
AutoCAD by default measures angles (degrees) counter -clockwise as a positive angle starting from O to 360
degrees. If an angle is measured in the clockwise direction this is considered a negative angle starting from 360
to 0 In AutoCAD 0 degrees s the same as 360 degrees, they occupy the same point. 0 or 360 degrees is going
to the night, 90 degrees is going straight up. 180 degrees is going to the left, 270 degrees is going straight
down. All other angles lie in between the four major angles

Drawing a line in the positive degrees

direction in AutoCAD is easy you just tell AutoCAD how far and at what angle you want to draw the line
(Example: (@6< 150) draws a line 6 inches long in the positive 150 degrees direction Drawing a line in the
negative direction would look like this (Example (@:4<-30) draws a line 4 inches in the -30 direction (Refer to
polar coordinate entry for a better explanation on how to draw lines at distances and angles
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X, Y, Z Co-ordinate Entry System

A good understanding of how co-ordinates work in AutoCAD is absolutely crucial if you are to make the best
use of the program the co-ordinate system in AutoCAD is called the Cartesian coordinate system. The position
of a point can be described by its distance form two axes. X axes and Y axes. The UCS icon in the lower left
corner of the drawing area shows you which way the X and Y axes go. In AutoCAD when you enter a
coordinate using either absolute or relative coordinate entry, AutoCAD always reads the X axes first and then
the Y axes second. Everything you draw in AutoCAD lines, circle, etc. always has an X and Y coordinate
location assigned to it. The coordinate readout at the bottom left corner of the screen always tells you where
your cursor is at in XY. If you move your cursor around the XY coordinate readout will change. The lower left
corner of your screen is the 0 reference point in the drawing area, this is the ongin where the coordinate readout
begins counting from. You must understand which way is Y and Which way is X and where the 0 reference
point is. The 0 reference point is at the exact intersection of the X and Y on the UCS icon
 Figure Error! No text of specified style in document.-2 Drawing a line in the Co-ordinate Entry System

Absolute Coordinate Entry

Using this method, you enter the points as they relate to the ongin of the WCS (World Co-ordinate System) the
ongin of the WCS is at the lower left corner of your drawing area, where the UCS icon is. For example you
would like to start a line at 10.10 in the drawing area that's 10 on the X axes and 10 on the Y axes You enter
the line command, AutoCAD prompts you to specify first point, you type in: 10.10 and press enter The line
commands puts the first point of the line at 10.10 from the 0 reference point in the drawing area. From that
point you can enter another point for the second point of the line. To start the first point of the une in the -X
and -Y direction, you would enter the line command for first point type in - 10, - 10 and press enter. To put it
simply all coordinates using the absolute method of entry come relative from the 0 reference point at the
bottom left corner of your screen.

Examples of absolute coordinate entry would be

2.2. - 2.1. 1. - 2. - 2, - 2

Remember: AutoCAD always reads X axes first then the Y axes.

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Absolute Coordinate Entry

1. Type in LINE (press enter)

2. Specify first point Type in: 2,2 (press enter) starting point
3. Specify next point type in: 4.2 (press enter) draws a line to second point
4. Specify next point type in: 4,4 (press enter) draws a line to the third point
 5. Type in CLOSE (press enter) Closes the third point to the first point with a line
Remember: AutoCAD always reads the X coordinate first then the Y coordinate.

Relative Coordinate Entry

Enter the line command and pick the starting point of a line that point then becomes the 0 reference point you
are now prompted to enter the second point of your line. You enter @2.2 AutoCAD then draws a line relative
from the last point you picked to the second point you are now prompted to enter another point. you type in
@3,3 AutoCAD now draws a line relative form the second point to the third point The @ symbol tells Autocad
that you are going to use the relative coordinate entry to locate another point, this symbol must always be put
in front of the X and Y coordinate (Examples of relative entry: @2,2 . @1.2 @6.5)

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Relative Coordinate Entry

1. Type in LINE (press enter)

2. Specify first point Pick a point with your input device anywheres in the drawing area
3. Specify next point Type in @2.0 (press enter) draws a line from the first point to the second point.
4. Specify next point Type in @0.2 (press enter) draws a line from the second point to the third point
5. Specify next point Type in @-2.0 (press enter) Draw a line from the third point to the forth point in the
negative 2 direction
Remember: In relative coordinate entry each time a new point is picked that point then becomes the 0 reference
point.

Polar coordinate entry

You would use polar coordinate entry if you know that you want to draw a line a certain distance at a particular
angle. Let’s say you wanted to draw a line 2 inches at 30 degrees, the polar coordinate entry would look like
this @2<30. the @ symbol tells AutoCAD the next point is relative from the last point picked, the 2 tells
AutoCAD the line will be 2 inches long, the < tells AutoCAD the next entry will be a degrees, the 30 tells
AutoCAD the line will be drawn at 30 degrees. You must use polar coordinate entry In this manner or it will
not work (Examples of polar coordinate entry: @1<90 . @4<30. @2<207 and so on) (Click here to do a short
tutorial)

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Polar Coordinate Entry

1. Type in LINE (press enter)

2. Specify first point Pick a point anywhere in the drawing area
3. Specify next point type in @2<30 (press enter) Draws a line relative from the first point to the second,
2 inches in the 30 degree direction
4. Specify next point type in @2<150 (press enter) draws a line relative from the second point to the third
point, 2 inches in the 150 degree direction.
5. Type in: CLOSE (press enter) draws a line from the third point back to the first point to close the
profile
Basic CAD drawing
Basic CAD drawings refer to simple 2D or 3D computer-aided design (CAD) drawings that are created using
CAD software. These drawings are typically used to represent basic geometric shapes, objects, or structures.
They are often used in various industries such as architecture, engineering, manufacturing, and construction for
basic design and visualization purposes.
Examples of basic CAD drawings can include:
1. 2D floor plans: These drawings show the layout and dimensions of a building's floor plan, including rooms,
walls, doors, and windows.
2. 2D elevation views: This shows the external view of a building or structure, illustrating its height and overall
appearance.
3. Basic 3D models: These drawings provide a three-dimensional representation of simple objects or structures,
such as a cube, a sphere, or a basic architectural design.
4. Assembly drawings: These drawings show how different parts or components of a product fit together to
create a complete assembly.
5. Orthographic projections: These drawings provide multiple views (front, top, and side) of an object or
structure to show all its dimensions accurately.
6. Isometric drawings: These drawings represent an object or structure in a three-dimensional view with equal
scale for all three axes, creating a more realistic representation.
7. Cross-sections: These drawings show a sliced view of an object or structure, highlighting its internal features
or construction details.
8. Schematic diagrams: These drawings show the interconnection and relationship between different
components or elements in a system or circuit.
Overall, basic CAD drawings serve as a visual representation of ideas, concepts, or products using computer
software to enhance precision, accuracy, and efficiency in various design and engineering fields.

Basic CAD drawings commonly include the characteristics:

1. Lines: Straight lines are fundamental elements in CAD drawings and are used to outline shapes, create
boundaries, and indicate edges.
Line Command
In this practice exercise you will practice using the
Line command to draw the object below.

1. Begin a new drawing.

2. In the Select template dialog box, select the acad
 template file (dwt) and click Open.
3. Be sure the following status bar settings are on:
 Polar tracking
 Object snap
 Object snap tracking
 Enter 4 and press ENTER.
5. Continue with the Line command to draw the remaining line segments from points (2) to (3):

 Drag your mouse up until you see that the tooltip indicates that the Polar angle is 90.
 Enter 1 and press ENTER.
 Drag to < 0, and enter 1 and press ENTER.
 Drag to < 90, and enter 1.5 and press ENTER.
 Drag to < 180, and enter 1 and press ENTER.
 Drag to < 90, and enter 1 and press ENTER.
 Drag to < 180, and enter 4 and press ENTER.
6. Drag the mouse down to Polar < 270 until you see the object snap indicates you have reached the original
endpoint (1), and click the endpoint. Be sure to click inside the Endpoint Object Snap box. Press ENTER to
end the Line command.

2. Arcs: Arcs are curved lines that form a portion of a circle or an elliptical shape. They are used to create
curved or rounded features in a drawing.
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Arc Command

In this practice exercise, you use the Start, Center, End Arc command. First, you draw a rectangle.

Remember that arcs are drawn counterclockwise, so itis important that you select your points in the correct
order. Draw all of the arcs so that they are outside of the rectangle.

1. Begin a new drawing.

2. In the Select template dialog box, select the acad template file (dwt) and click Open.
3. Be sure the following status bar settings are on:
 Polar tracking
 Object snap
 Object snap tracking
4. To draw the rectangle (any size):

 On the ribbon, click Home tab > Draw panel> Line.

 For the start point, specify the first corner (1).
 Use Polar Tracking to create a rectangle and make sure you snap to the first corner (1) when done.
5. To draw the first arc:

 On the ribbon, click Home tab > Draw panel> Start, Center, End Arc (select the down arrow by the Arc
button).
 Specify the start point of the arc. Click the rectangle Endpoint (2).
 Specify the center point of the arc. Enter MID and press ENTER.
  Click the midpoint of the rectangle at (3).
 Specify the endpoint of the arc. Click the rectangle endpoint (4).
6. Repeat these steps until you have finished.

Remember to draw your arcs in a counterclockwise direction, using the Start, Center, End Arc command.

3. Circles: Perfectly round shapes are created using circles. They are often used to represent cylindrical objects
or rounded elements in a design.

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Circle Command

In this practice exercise, you use the Tan, Tan, Radius, Circle command and the 2-Point Circle. First, you draw
two adjacent lines that are 5.25 units each.
1. Begin a new drawing.
2. In the Select template dialog box, select the acad template file (dwt) and click Open.
3. Be sure the following status bar settings are on:
 Polar tracking
 Object snap
 Object snap tracking
4. To draw the lines:
 Start the Line command.
 For the start point, select the endpoint of the line (1).
 Drag the mouse down until the Polar angle indicates that it is < 270. Enter 5.25 and press ENTER.
 Drag the mouse to the right until the Polar angle indicates < 0. Enter 5.25 and press ENTER.
 Press ENTER to end the Line command.
5. Adjust the display of your drawing using Zoom or Pan Real-time, if necessary.
6. To draw the smaller circle (3):
 On the ribbon, click Home tab > Drawpanel > Circle drop-down > Tan, Tan,Radius.
 Move the cursor to the vertical line until you see the Deferred Tangent object snap and then click.
 Now move the cursor to the horizontal line until you see Deferred Tangent again and click.
 Specify the radius of the circle. Enter 2 and press ENTER.
7. To draw the larger circle (4):
 On the Home tab, click Draw panel > Circle drop-down > 2-Point.
 Move the cursor to the end of the vertical line (1) until you see the Endpoint object snap and click.
 Now move the cursor to the end of the horizontal line (2) until you see the Endpoint object snap and
click.
4. Polygons: Polygons are closed shapes with straight sides and angles. They can have any number of sides,
ranging from three (triangles) to many sides (polygons).
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Polygon Command

Use the Polygon command to draw a 6-sided polygon that is inscribed about a circle, one that is circumscribed
about a circle, and one that has an edge length of 1. First, draw two circles with a radius of 1.5, then draw the
polygons.

Note: Although you will draw the inscribed and circumscribed polygons inside a circle, it is only to compare
the two options. It is not necessary to draw a circle first to make a polygon.

1. Open a new drawing using the acad.dwt template.

2. Click the following status bar options so that they are on:

 Polar tracking
 Object snap
 Object snap tracking
On the status bar, right-click Object Snap and click the Center snap mode so that it is also on.
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3. To draw a polygon that is inscribed in a circle, as shown in example 1:

 On the ribbon, click Home tab > Draw panel > Polygon.
 Enter 6 for the number of polygon sides.
 Click the center of the circle for the center of the polygon. If object snap is on and center mode is
selected, you will see the center snap indicator, as shown below.

 Enter I (for Inscribed). Press ENTER.

 To specify the radius of the polygon circle, enter 1.5. Press ENTER.
4. To draw a polygon that is circumscribed about a circle, as shown in example 2:

 On the Home tab, click Draw panel > Polygon.

 Enter 6 for the number of polygon sides.
 Click the center of the circle for the center of the polygon. Click when you see the circle's center object
snap.
 Enter C (for Circumscribed). Press ENTER.
 To specify the radius of the circle, enter 1.5. Press ENTER.

5. To draw a polygon using the Edge option, as shown in example 3:

 On the Home tab, click Draw panel > Polygon.

 Enter 6 for the number of polygon sides.
 Enter E (for Edge). Press ENTER.
 Click anywhere in the drawing window to specify the first endpoint of the edge.
 Drag the cursor and notice that with PolarSnap on you can specify the polar angle of the edge. Enter 1.
Press ENTER.

5. Ellipses: Ellipses are oval shapes that are elongated or compressed in a specified direction. They are often
used to represent curved or elliptical elements, such as wheels or openings in a design.
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6. Hatching or Filling of Areas: To differentiate between different regions or materials, CAD drawings can
use hatching or filling techniques to add patterns or colors to specific areas.

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7. Text: CAD drawings include text annotations to provide additional information or labels for various
elements within the drawing.

8. Dimensions: Dimensions are essential in CAD drawings to indicate the sizes, lengths, and distances
between various objects or features. They are typically accompanied by numerical values.

9. Tangents: Tangents are used to indicate the point of contact between a curve (such as an arc or circle) and a
straight line, showing how they meet without crossing.

These characteristics are the basic building blocks of CAD drawings and are used to create accurate
representations of objects, structures, or systems within various industries

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CAD drawings are also commonly prepared in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) to
ensure consistency, accuracy, and conformity to industry standards. CAD software provides various tools and
features to assist in following SOPs effectively. Some typical aspects covered in SOPs for preparing CAD
drawings include:

1. Drawing templates: SOPs may specify the use of standardized drawing templates that include predefined
settings, such as units of measurement, default layers, title blocks, and other design elements.

2. CAD software settings: SOPs may outline specific software settings and configurations to use when
creating CAD drawings, such as grid and snap settings, object properties, annotation styles, and measurement
units.

3. Layer management: SOPs may provide guidelines on how to use layers effectively, including naming
conventions, layer structure hierarchy, and the appropriate use of layer visibility and freezing.

4. Drawing scales: SOPs may specify the appropriate drawing scale to use for different types of drawings,
such as architectural plans, mechanical drawings, or electrical schematics.

5. Dimensioning and annotation standards: SOPs may define standards for dimensioning, including
dimension style, text placement, arrow styles, and tolerances, ensuring consistent and clear communication of
measurements.

6. File management: SOPs may provide instructions on file organization, naming conventions, and version
control techniques to maintain a well-structured and easily accessible drawing database.

7. Drawing exchange and file formats: SOPs may establish guidelines for exporting or sharing CAD
drawings in specific file formats to ensure compatibility and ease of use across different software platforms.

8. Drawing review and approval processes: SOPs may outline procedures for internal reviews, quality
inspections, and the approval process for CAD drawings, including required signatures or stamps for formal
document control.

By following SOPs for CAD drawings, organizations can streamline their design processes, promote
consistency across different projects, and meet industry-specific requirements or regulatory standards.

Review CAD drawings

To review CAD drawings with your supervisor or designated staff in accordance with company procedures,
follow these steps:
1. Coordinate with your supervisor or designated staff members to schedule a meeting or review session for the
CAD drawings. This can be done through email, calendars, or any other preferred communication method
within your company.

2. Prior to the meeting, make sure you have the latest version of the CAD drawings ready for review. This may
involve saving or exporting the drawings in a format that can be easily shared with others, such as PDF or
DWG.

3. Share the CAD drawings with your supervisor or designated staff members using the agreed-upon method.
This can be done by attaching the files to an email, sharing them via a file-sharing platform, or providing
access to a shared network folder.

4. During the review session, be prepared to present and explain the CAD drawings to your supervisor or
designated staff members. Highlight any specific areas or features that require their attention or feedback.

5. Take notes during the review session regarding any comments, suggestions, or modifications requested by
your supervisor or designated staff members. It's important to accurately capture their feedback for future
reference.

6. Make the necessary changes and modifications to the CAD drawings based on the feedback received during
the review session. Ensure that all modifications align with company procedures and any relevant design or
technical standards.

7. Once the changes have been made, share the revised CAD drawings with your supervisor or designated staff
members for further review if necessary. This can be done through the same method used earlier, making sure
to provide them with the updated versions of the drawings.

8. Repeat the review and modification process as needed until the CAD drawings meet all requirements and
receive approval from your supervisor or designated staff members.

9. Save the final approved version of the CAD drawings and any related documentation in a designated
location or folder, following your company's procedures for document management.

10. Finally, ensure that any required documentation or sign-offs are obtained from your supervisor or
designated staff me

mbers to complete the review process as per company procedures

Locating and modifying existing CAD drawings
Locating CAD drawings
To locate CAD drawings on your computer, follow these steps:

1. Open the file explorer on your computer. This can be done by clicking on the File Explorer icon in the
taskbar or by pressing the Windows key + E on your keyboard.

2. Navigate to the location where your CAD drawings are typically saved. This could be in a specific folder, a
shared network drive, or any other designated location.

3. If you know the specific name of the CAD drawing you are looking for, you can use the search bar at the
top-right corner of the file explorer window. Enter the name of the drawing and press Enter. The file explorer
will display any matching results.

4. Alternatively, you can manually browse through the folders and subfolders to locate your CAD drawings.
Use the directory tree on the left side of the file explorer window to navigate to the desired location.

5. Look for files with extensions commonly associated with CAD drawings, such as .dwg, .dxf, or .ifc.

6. Once you have located the CAD drawing you are searching for, you can double-click on it to open it in the
appropriate CAD software installed on your computer.

Note: If you are unable to find your CAD drawings using the above steps, it is possible that they have been
moved, renamed, or deleted. In such cases, you may need to consult with your IT department or the person
responsible for managing your company's CAD files for further assistance.

Modifingy CAD drawings

AutoCAD provides several modify tools that allow you to edit and modify objects within your drawings. List
of some commonly used modify tools in AutoCAD along with their definitions and associated commands:

1. Move: Moves selected objects to a new location.

- Command: MOVE
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2. Copy: Creates a copy of selected objects at a new location.

- Command: COPY

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3. Rotate: Rotates selected objects around a base point.
 - Command: ROTATE

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4. Scale: Resizes selected objects uniformly or with different X, Y, and Z scale factors.

- Command: SCALE

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5. Mirror: Creates a mirrored copy of selected objects along a selected axis.

- Command: MIRROR
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6. Offset: Creates parallel copies of selected objects at a specified distance.

- Command: OFFSET

7. Trim: Removes portions of intersecting objects that lie outside a selected boundary.

- Command: TRIM

8. Extend: Extends selected objects to a selected boundary or object.

- Command: EXTEND

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9. Fillet: Rounds the sharp corners between two selected objects.

- Command: FILLET
10. Chamfer: Creates beveled corners between two selected objects.

- Command: CHAMFER

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11. Explode: Breaks down complex objects into their individual components or simpler entities.
- Command: EXPLODE
12. Stretch: Modifies the length or position of selected objects by stretching them between two specified
points.
- Command: STRETCH

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13. Array: Creates multiple copies of selected objects in a specified pattern.

- Command: ARRAY

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14. Break: Breaks an object at a specified point or between two selected points.
- Command: BREAK
15. Join: Joins multiple lines, arcs, or polylines into a single object.
- Command: JOIN

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16. Divide: Divides a selected object into a specified number of segments or portions.
 - Command: DIVIDE

17. Align: Aligns selected objects with each other or with a specified reference point.

- Command: ALIGN

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18. Rotate: To rotate means to turn or spin something around an axis or a fixed point. This can involve
changing the position or orientation of an object, typically in a circular motion.

-Command: ROTATE

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These are just a few examples of the modify tools available in AutoCAD. AutoCAD offers a wide range of
additional tools and commands for modifying and editing objects within your drawings
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Simple drawings:
 Begin the drawing process by establishing the necessary reference points or construction lines, aligning
with the provided specifications.
 Create basic shapes and features using the software's drawing tools, accurately representing the
intended design.
 Apply dimensioning techniques, referencing the engineering specifications to ensure proper sizing and
positioning of the design elements.
 Review the drawing against the specifications, making adjustments or corrections as necessary.
  Save the drawing file in the appropriate file format, following workplace procedures or any specified
requirements.
Example1 Create Basic Objects
In this exercise, you create a simple mechanical bracket using the basic geometry commands such as Line,
Circle, Arc, Rectangle, and Polygon.

Practice Creating Basic Objects: Part 1

In this part of the exercise, you begin to draw the front view of the bracket, beginning at point (1) and ending at
point (2). Then, you resume drawing from point (1) to point (3).
1. Open M_Create-Basic-Objects.dwg.
2. On the status bar, make sure the following settings are on:
 Polar tracking
 Object snap
 Object snap tracking
 Dynamic input
3. To begin the line at point (1):
 On the Home tab, click Draw panel > Line.
 Enter 100, 50. Press ENTER.
 Enter 100. Press TAB.
 Enter 0
The values should appear in the Input interface as shown in the following image.
\Note: The values should appear in the Input interface as shown in the following image.
 Click to create the line.
4. To draw a second line perpendicular to the first:
 Drag the cursor upwards and enter 100. Press TAB.
 Make sure the angle field displays 90 degrees, then click to draw the line.

5. To draw another line:

 Drag the cursor to the left making sure that the angle field displays 180 degrees.
 Enter 25. Press ENTER.
Note: Using direct distance entry in combination with dynamic input provides you with optimal flexibility in
creating your drawings.

6. To draw another line:

 Drag the cursor downward making sure that the angle field displays 90 degrees.
 Enter 50. Press ENTER.
 Press ENTER again to finish the line command at point (2).
7. To draw a line using object snaps:
Note: Object snaps are points on objects which enable you to accurately position other Objects. They are
covered in detail in another lesson.
 On the Home tab, click Draw panel > Line.
 As you approach the endpoint of the line, the endpoint object snap marker should appear.
 Click to select the endpoint of the line.

10. To draw a line perpendicular to the last:

 Drag the cursor upward making sure that the angle field displays 90 degrees.
 Enter 100. Press ENTER.

11. To draw a line and correct a mistake using the Undo command:
  Drag the cursor to the right making sure the angle field displays 0 degrees.
 Enter 35. Press ENTER.

 Right-click near your last point. Click Undo.

 Because you are still in the Line command, only the last line segment that you drew is removed.
 Drag the cursor to the right again, making sure that the angle field displays 0 degrees.
 Enter 25. Press ENTER.
12. To draw a line perpendicular to the last:
 Drag the cursor downward, making sure that the angle field displays 90 degrees.
 Enter 50. Press ENTER.

13. Press ENTER to exit the Line command. Proceed to part two of this exercise.

Example 2 Creating Basic Objects: Part 2

In this part of the exercise, you draw the arc (1) in the front view of the bracket and add the side view (2).
You then place the circles and polygons (3) in the four corners of the front view.
1. Now draw the arc:
  On the Home tab, click Draw panel > Arc.
 Select the endpoint of the previous line.
 Press DOWN ARROW and click End on the shortcut menu.

2. Select the endpoint on the right side of the opening.

3. To finish the arc:

 Drag the cursor to the left, making sure that the angle field displays 180 degrees.
 Enter 25. Press ENTER.
 Your drawing should now appear as shown.
4. Click File menu > Save.
Tip: You should develop a habit of saving files often.
5. To draw a rectangle:
 On the Home tab, click Draw panel > Rectangle.
 Touch (DO NOT CLICK) point (1) as indicated in the following image.
 Drag the cursor to the right. The extension object snap draws a dashed extension line.
 Click near point (2).

6. To position the rectangle:

 Right-click near your first point and select Dimensions on the shortcut menu.
Note: This specifies the Dimension option of the Rectangle command.
 For the length, enter 25. Press ENTER.
 For the width, enter 100. Press ENTER.
 Click in the upper right of the drawing to position the rectangle.
Your drawing should now appear as shown in the following image.

7. To draw a circle:
 On the Home tab, click Draw panel > Circle.
 Enter 112.50,65. Press ENTER.
 In the Dynamic Input Radius field, enter 7.5. Press ENTER
8. To draw a rectangle:
 On the Home tab, click Draw panel > Rectangle.
 Select the center point of the circle (1).
Note: The object snap marker should appear as you approach the center of the circle.
 Drag the cursor to the upper right (2) and enter 75,70. Press ENTER.
 Your drawing should appear as shown.

9. To draw three more circles as shown:

 On the Home tab, click Draw panel > Circle.
 Create three circles, each with a 7.5 unit radius, using the corners of the rectangles as center points.
Tip: The software stores the last radius that you entered. If the command prompt is reading <7.500> you can
press ENTER to reuse that value for the radius.
10. On the Home tab, click Modify panel > Erase. Select the rectangle that was used to position the circles.
Press ENTER.
11. To draw a polygon circumscribing the top left circle:
 On the Home tab, click Draw panel > Polygon.
 When prompted for the number of sides, enter 6.
 Select the center of the top left circle.
 In the Dynamic Input menu, select Circumscribed About Circle.
 For the radius, enter 8. Press ENTER.

12. To create three similar polygons circumscribing the other circles:

 Press ENTER to repeat the Polygon command.
 Create three additional polygons on the remaining circles as shown.
13. Close all files.