From a specified point, the created point is perpendicular on a line but radial on a curve. The point is perpendicular to a selected point and a line.

- Select settings and create styles, layers, point groups, and description keys.
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- Select an object.
- Specify the perpendicular point by doing one of the following:
- Pick a point in the drawing.
- Use Transparent commands to specify the perpendicular point.
- Enter a description, or press Enter to skip the description.
- Enter an elevation for the point, or press Enter to skip the elevation.
Note: Many factors affect how the point is displayed. For more information, see About Controlling the Appearance of Points in a Drawing.