You can create a custom column grid based on linework that is non-orthogonal in shape. For example, if you have a drawing of an irregular plot, you can create a custom column grid based on linework. Since the resulting grid has a custom shape, the ability to edit it after creation is limited to general properties and location properties. You cannot change the number or spacing of grid lines, nor can you automatically label them.
Custom grid from linework
- Create the linework you want to convert to a column grid.
- Open the tool palette that contains the column grid tool you want to use. Tip: You may have to scroll to display the desired tool. After selecting it, you can move or hide the Properties palette to expose more of the drawing area.
- Right-click a structural column grid tool, and click Apply Tool Properties to
Linework. - Select the linework to convert, and press Enter.
- When prompted to erase the original linework, press Enter to keep the linework, or enter y (Yes) to erase it.
- Edit the properties of the column grid in the Properties palette, if necessary.