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BURST Command
The BURST command in AutoCAD is used to "explode" blocks or attributes into their individual components while preserving the original properties, such as color, layer, and line type.
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DIMJOGGED Command
The DIMJOGGED command in AutoCAD is used to create a jogged (or "jog") dimension line for circular objects, like arcs and circles, to represent the radius when the center point is off the drawing or otherwise inconvenient to display.
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NCOPY Command
The NCOPY command in AutoCAD (short for Nested Copy) allows you to copy objects from an external reference (Xref) or block reference directly into the current drawing.
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OVERKILL Command
The OVERKILL command in AutoCAD is used to clean up and optimize drawings by removing redundant or duplicate geometry.
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Mastering the Wipeout Command
Among AutoCAD's vast array of tools is one often overlooked yet powerful command: Wipeout. This nifty feature can clean up your drawings by hiding parts of your work you don't want to showcase.
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Less Known but Powerful Features
By exploring these lesser-known features, you can unlock the full potential of AutoCAD and become a more efficient and productive user.
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DIMSTYLE Editor
How to effectively use the DIMSTYLE editor to customize dimension styles
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PURGE
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WBLOCK
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Hidden Keyboard Shortcuts
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AutoCAD Secrets – Master the Hidden Gems

When to Use NCOPY:

  • Preserving Block Structure: If you have a block with nested objects (blocks within blocks) and you want to duplicate the block while maintaining its structure, NCOPY is useful. It avoids the need to explode the block, keeping the original block definition intact.
  • Efficient Editing: When you only need to replicate a specific instance of a nested block within a larger block, NCOPY allows you to do so without disrupting the overall block structure.
  • Avoiding Unwanted Changes: If you want to create a copy of a block without affecting the original or other instances of the same block, NCOPY is a safer alternative to copying and pasting or using the COPY command.
  • Nested Attributes: When dealing with blocks that contain attributes or nested blocks with unique properties, NCOPY ensures that the copied block maintains these nested elements.
  • Copying from External References (Xrefs): When you need to borrow specific elements from an xref without fully attaching or exploding it, NCOPY allows you to selectively copy objects without modifying the original xref.
  • Copying from Blocks: Similarly, you can use NCOPY to extract desired objects from a block without having to explode the entire block, preserving its integrity and structure.