The Line By Azimuth command runs the AutoCAD Line command combined with the ‘ZD transparent command so you can specify a direction and distance for the line segment.
From the start point (1), specify the azimuth (2) and the distance (3).
To create a line by specifying azimuths
- Click Home tab
Draw panelLine drop-downCreate Line By Azimuth
. - Select a temporary start point for the angle measurement by clicking in the drawing or by using the .P, .N, or .G point filters.
- Specify an azimuth by either clicking in the drawing or entering a value.
- Specify the distance by either clicking in the drawing or entering a distance.
- Continue to specify azimuths 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.