Tangent to Two Circles
- Last UpdatedAug 14, 2025
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Creates a construction aid line tangent to two specified construction aid circles. A tangent line can be created in four positions, dependent on the area of each circle that is selected during the creation process.

You are prompted to Pick first circle
Click to identify the first construction aid circle using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
You are then prompted to Pick second circle
Click to identify the second construction aid circle using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
A construction aid line is created and displays in the 3D view. The command ends automatically.
Throughout the construction aid line creation process you can press ESC to cancel the command.
Refer to Non-Routed Item for further information.