ACTCAD BLOG

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07-Feb-2025 Technical

GCTANGENT in ACTCAD – Apply Tangent Constraint

Learn how to use the GCTANGENT command in ACTCAD to apply tangent constraints between curves and lines in parametric sketches. Ideal for design accuracy.

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20-Jan-2025 Technical

EXOFFSET in ACTCAD – Create Multiple Offsets

Learn how to use EXOFFSET in ACTCAD to quickly create multiple parallel copies of objects with precise control. Ideal for architectural, civil, and mechanical C

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09-Jan-2025 Technical

Auto-Dimension Polylines in ACTCAD

DIMPOLYALIGNED in ACTCAD lets you automatically place aligned dimensions along each segment of a selected polyline—saving time and improving accuracy.

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22-Dec-2024 Technical

Cut with Base Point in ACTCAD

Learn how to use the CUTBASE command to cut objects with a custom base point for precise pasting and alignment between drawings. Ideal for modular CAD workflows

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11-Dec-2024 Technical

Display Point Coordinates in ACTCAD

Use the COORDSLABEL command in ACTCAD to display X, Y, Z coordinates as labels in drawings. Perfect for survey, civil, and architectural design documentation.

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29-Nov-2024 Technical

Convert Polylines Easily in ACTCAD

Learn how to use the CONVERTPOLY command in ACTCAD to switch between heavy and lightweight polylines for better performance and compatibility.

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16-Nov-2024 Technical

Quick Block Counting with COUNTTABLE

Learn how to use the COUNTTABLE command in ACTCAD to quickly count block references and insert a dynamic table for BOM and drawing management with precision.

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23-Oct-2024 Customization

Changing Block Base Points in ACTCAD

The CHBLOCKBASEPOINT command in ACTCAD changes a block’s base point, improving alignment, insertion accuracy, and drawing consistency and drawing consistency.

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13-Oct-2024 Customization

ACTCAD CENTERMARKSET Explained Simply

Learn how to use the CENTERMARKSET command in ACTCAD to add center marks to circles and arcs, improve drawing clarity, and accurate dimensioning.