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Add points to linework in AutoCAD with Point Layout

Add points to mark AutoCAD linework using the Add Curve/Line Points tool in Autodesk Point Layout.


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When using Autodesk Point Layout,

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the Add Curve/Line Points tool allows you to add points to mark any linework in AutoCAD, including vertices and end points.

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You can also choose to offset the points from the lines or curves.

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With a project open, right-click in the model space and choose Point Layout > Add Curve/Line Pts.

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In the dialog that opens, first, open the tab for what you want to mark.

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Electrical trench points are being marked for this example.

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Type in a description for the points, adjust any other necessary fields in the dialog, and then click OK.

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Now, select the line or lines you want to add points to, then press ENTER.

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You are prompted to choose if you want to mark vertices—here, No—or end points—Yes.

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You also need to select whether you want the points to be offset from the line or lines.

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Click No.

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Note that on the command line, you can ignore lines that are shorter than a certain length by setting a filter as your tolerance,

01:19

and you can enter a value for point spacing.

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In this case, points are placed 60 inches apart along the entire length of the selected line.

Video transcript

00:03

When using Autodesk Point Layout,

00:06

the Add Curve/Line Points tool allows you to add points to mark any linework in AutoCAD, including vertices and end points.

00:16

You can also choose to offset the points from the lines or curves.

00:20

With a project open, right-click in the model space and choose Point Layout > Add Curve/Line Pts.

00:29

In the dialog that opens, first, open the tab for what you want to mark.

00:34

Electrical trench points are being marked for this example.

00:38

Type in a description for the points, adjust any other necessary fields in the dialog, and then click OK.

00:47

Now, select the line or lines you want to add points to, then press ENTER.

00:54

You are prompted to choose if you want to mark vertices—here, No—or end points—Yes.

01:04

You also need to select whether you want the points to be offset from the line or lines.

01:09

Click No.

01:12

Note that on the command line, you can ignore lines that are shorter than a certain length by setting a filter as your tolerance,

01:19

and you can enter a value for point spacing.

01:23

In this case, points are placed 60 inches apart along the entire length of the selected line.

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