To Create Lines by Specifying Bearings

From the start point (1), specify the quadrant (2). Then specify the bearing (3) and distance (4).

  1. Click Home tabDraw panelLine drop-downCreate Line By Bearing Find.
  2. Select a temporary start point for the angle measurement by clicking in the drawing or by using the .P, .N, or .G point filters.
  3. Specify a quadrant number by either clicking in the drawing or entering a value between 1 and 4.
  4. Specify the bearing within the quadrant by clicking in the drawing or entering a bearing using the angular units for the drawing.
  5. Specify the distance by either clicking in the drawing or entering a distance.
  6. Continue to specify bearings and distances to define line segments. Or press Enter to return to the Line command prompt where you can use additional options to define the line.