Change Length Dynamically
- Last UpdatedAug 06, 2026
- 2 minute read
Sets the length of an object dynamically.
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You are prompted to Select object to change or
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Click to identify the object to change. The object is selected at the end point nearest to the selection point.
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You are then prompted to Specify new end point or
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Input values in the dimension fields and press Enter or click to identify the end point position.
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The prompt is repeated, allowing you to lengthen multiple objects.
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Press ESC to end the command.
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Throughout the lengthen process you can press ESC to cancel the command. Additional functionality is also available.

Delta
Press the down arrow key and select Delta to change the length of objects with a specified delta length. Refer to Change Length with Specified Delta Length for further information.
Percent
Press the down arrow key and select Percent to change the length of objects with a specified percentage. Refer to Change Length with Specified Percentage for further information.
Total
Press the down arrow key and select Total to change the length of objects with a specified total length. Refer to Change Length with Specified Total Length for further information.
Length
Press the down arrow key and select Length to display the length of the currently selected object on the status bar.
Back
Press the down arrow key and select Back to undo the last action.
