AutoCAD
Wisey’s AutoCAD Tips and Tricks - Page 1
Superscript / Subscript
(12 July 2001)
It is possible to get superscript (m˛) in any font and any character type.
Using mtext editor, type this text E=MC2^ followed by one blank space. Highlight
the 2^ and the blank space. On the character tab press the stack button. It
will then format the text to this E=MC˛
Stack Button
Text under Dimension Line
(12 July 2001)
After placing a dimension, use Mtext editor and add this switch after the
Dimension text \X (note it has to be a capital X) and type "TYPICAL".
Example text string will look like this <>\XTYPICAL. Observe the results.
Offset by half the distance
(13 July 2001)
This tip can be used in other places then offset, but for the purpose of an
example the offset command is used. If offsetting around a centerline symmetrically,
type at the offset distance prompt; 500/2. Click the centerline and click on a
side to offset. The centerline will be offset 250.
Transparent commands
(10 Feb 2002)
You can use many commands transparently; that is, you can enter them on the
command line while another command is active. To use a command transparently,
enter an apostrophe (') before entering the command. After you complete the
transparent command, the original command resumes. Example:
Command: L
LINE Specify first point: 'p
>>Press ESC or ENTER to exit, or right-click to display shortcut menu.
Resuming LINE command.
Specify first point: