Draw Outlines
- Last UpdatedApr 08, 2024
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Draws an outline. The vertices of an outline can consist of a mixture of straight lines and arcs. However, outlines can also be drawn which consist of polynomial curves.
The prompt Specify the first vertex or <Cloud Outward> is displayed.
Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the first point of the outline.
The prompt Specify the next vertex or <Finish> is displayed.
Input values in the dimension and angle fields and press Enter or click to identify the next point of the outline. A vertex is drawn between the first and second points.
The prompt Specify the next vertex or <Finish> is displayed.
Input values in the dimension and angle fields and press Enter or click to identify the next point of the outline. A vertex is drawn between the specified points.
The prompt Specify the next vertex or <Close> is displayed.
Input values in the dimension and angle fields and press Enter or click to identify the next point of the outline. A vertex is drawn between the specified points.
The prompt is repeated, multiple outlines can be created. The first point of a new outline is positioned at the same point as the second point of the previous outline.
Input F at the prompt and press Enter to end the command.
Press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also available.
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Cubic |
Draws an outline that consists of polynomial curves. |
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Cloud Outward |
Draws a cloud with outward facing arcs. Refer to Draw Clouds for further information. |
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Cloud Inward |
Draws a cloud with inward facing arcs. Refer to Draw Clouds for further information. |
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Revision |
Draws a revision cloud. Refer to Draw Revision Clouds for further information. |
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Arc |
Draws an arc. |
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Default |
Draws an outline. |
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Line |
Draws a line. |
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Close |
Links the two endpoints of the outline with an automatically drawn line and ends the command. |
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Back |
Undoes the last action. |
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Finish |
Ends the command. |
