To Create Points Using the Autodesk Civil 3D Transparent Commands

You use the Autodesk Civil 3D transparent commands with the Create Points Manual command, which is included in the Miscellaneous list in the Create Points dialog box.

Create the points using known information, such as angle and distance, quadrant bearing and distance, whole circle bearing and distance, and deflection angle and distance.

1. Select settings and create styles, layers, point groups, and description keys.

   Point settings, styles, layers, point groups, and description keys can all affect how a point is created or how it is displayed in the drawing.

2. Click Home tabCreate Ground Data panelPoints MenuCreate Points - MiscellaneousManual.
3. Do one of the following:
   • Enter a transparent command at the command line.
   • Select a transparent command from the Transparent Command toolbar.

   For more information, see About Transparent Commands.

4. Follow the transparent command prompts to place the point.
5. If prompted, enter the point name, description, and level.
6. Do one of the following:
   • Continue to enter points within the transparent command.
   • Press Esc to end the transparent command and return to the Create Points Manual command.

Note: Many factors affect how the point is displayed. For more information, see To Control the Appearance of Points in a Drawing.