Using the MEASURE Command in AutoCAD

The MEASURE command in AutoCAD is a versatile tool for quickly measuring distances, angles, and areas within a drawing. It provides precise measurements and can be used to verify dimensions, analyze geometric relationships, and perform various layout tasks.

How to Use the MEASURE Command:

1. Start the Command:

   • Type MEASURE on the command line and press Enter.

2. Select Measurement Type:

   • Distance: Measures the distance between two points.
   • Angle: Measures the angle between two lines or objects.
   • Area: Measures the area of a closed polygon or region.

3. Select Objects:

   • For distance measurements, select two points.
   • For angle measurements, select two lines or objects.
   • For area measurements, select a closed polygon or region.

4. View Results:

   • AutoCAD will display the measured value in the command line.

Example: Measuring Distance Between Two Points

1. Start the MEASURE command.
2. Select the First Point: Click on the first point.
3. Select the Second Point: Click on the second point.
4. View the Distance: AutoCAD will display the distance between the two points in the command line.

Example: Measuring an Angle Between Two Lines

1. Start the MEASURE command.
2. Select the First Line: Click on the first line.
3. Select the Second Line: Click on the second line.
4. View the Angle: AutoCAD will display the angle between the two lines in the command line.

Example: Measuring the Area of a Polygon

1. Start the MEASURE command.
2. Select the Polygon: Select the vertices of the polygon in clockwise or counterclockwise order.
3. View the Area: AutoCAD will display the area of the polygon in the command line.

Additional Tips:

• Precision: You can control the precision of measurements using the UNITS command to set the desired decimal places.
• Dynamic Input: Use dynamic input to quickly measure distances and angles while drawing.
• Object Snaps: Use object snaps to accurately select points for measurement.
• Polar Tracking: Use polar tracking to measure angles and distances relative to a reference angle and distance.
• Measure Geometry: Use the MEASUREGEOM command to measure the geometric properties of objects, such as length, area, and volume.

By mastering the MEASURE command, you can significantly improve your efficiency and accuracy in AutoCAD.