How to draw a quick rectangle in AutoCAD?
Working with drawings in AutoCAD can require drawing quick rectangles to show object boundaries, dimensions, or layouts. However, manually drawing a rectangle can be time-consuming, especially when you have to enter the coordinates, lengths, and angles of each corner.
By using a simple LISP code, you can quickly draw a rectangle of any size and orientation in your drawing with just one click. In this post, I will guide you through the process of using the LISP code to create a rectangle in AutoCAD.
What is the AutoCAD LISP and how do you upload it to AutoCAD?
The program offers two commands '3PR' and '3PRD' which represent a standard and dynamic version of the program respectively. Upon issuing either command at the AutoCAD command line, the user is first prompted to specify two points defining one of the two pairs of parallel sides of the resulting rectangle. Following valid responses to these prompts, the user is then prompted for a third point to determine the length and direction of the second pair of edges, which are constructed perpendicular to the edges defined by the first two points. If the dynamic command is used ('3PRD') the program will display a real-time preview of the resulting rectangle while the user is prompted for the third point.
After you have uploaded the LISP file, you need to type '3PR' to activate the standard version.
Then specify the 2nd point.
Finally, specify the 3rd point.
Type '3PRD' to activate the dynamic version.
Specify the 1st point.
Then specify the 2nd point.
Finally, specify the 3rd point.
You can download the lisp from here.
Conclusion:
If you are working with drawings in AutoCAD, you can use this LISP code to save time and effort. With just one click, you can draw a quick rectangle without having to enter the coordinates, lengths, and angles of each corner. This LISP code can also help you create uniform and consistent rectangles, which is especially useful if you want to follow a certain standard or preference.
In this post, I have demonstrated how to quickly create a rectangle in AutoCAD using a LISP code. This is a valuable and time-saving tool that can enhance your productivity and the quality of your drawings. I hope you find this post informative and helpful. If you have any questions or feedback, please feel free to leave a comment below. Thank you for taking the time to read this.
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