AutoCAD Flashcards

Which AutoCAD command creates a new layer and makes it current in one step?

Answer: -LAYER Make

The -LAYER command at the command line with the Make option creates a new layer and sets it as current simultaneously.

In AutoCAD, what does the OVERKILL command do?

Answer: Removes duplicate or overlapping objects

OVERKILL removes duplicate objects and simplifies polylines by deleting redundant vertices and overlapping segments.

What is the purpose of the BATTMAN command in AutoCAD?

Answer: Edits block attribute definitions

BATTMAN (Block Attribute Manager) lets you edit attribute properties such as tag, prompt, and default value for selected blocks.

Which system variable controls the display of the UCS icon at the origin?

Answer: UCSICON

UCSICON controls whether the UCS icon is displayed and whether it appears at the UCS origin or the lower-left corner.

When using the STRETCH command, how must objects be selected to be stretched?

Answer: Use a crossing selection that partially crosses objects

STRETCH requires a crossing selection; objects fully inside the crossing window move, while those partially crossed are stretched.

Which AutoCAD feature allows you to reference an external drawing file within the current drawing?

Answer: XREF (External Reference)

XREF attaches an external DWG file as a reference that updates automatically when the source file changes.

What does the MATCHPROP command do in AutoCAD?

Answer: Copies object properties from a source to destination objects

MATCHPROP (Match Properties) copies properties such as layer, color, linetype, and lineweight from a source object to selected destination objects.