Mark parts of 2D and 3D objects in AutoCAD with Point Layout

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In Autodesk Point Layout,

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you can use the Add Selection Points tool to mark intersections, nodes, ends, grips, and other parts of 2D and 3D objects in your project.

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With a project open, right-click in the model space and pick Point Layout > Add Selection Points.

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In the Manually Add Points dialog, choose the appropriate tab for the objects you want to mark.

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In this example, the Walls tab is chosen.

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Enter a description and point number, and then click OK.

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Now, select the object or objects you want to mark.

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In this case, a rectangle is selected.

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Press ENTER.

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In the Mark selection dialog, you have several options for marking the selected object.

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Here, Grips is selected.

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In the Elevation filter dialog that follows, choose if you want to mark the Bottom, Top, or All points on the selected object.

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Grips are now marked on the rectangle.

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Repeat this process to easily add selection points to 3D objects as well.