Tangent to Two Circles
- Last UpdatedMar 03, 2026
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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.

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You are prompted to Pick first circle
Click to identify the first construction aid circle using a cursor pick in the 3D view.
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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.
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Throughout the construction aid line creation process you can press ESC to cancel the command.