Useful Dynamic Input

In this exercise, we will learn how to use Dynamic Input and clipboard shortcuts to improve your productivity using precision input and Dynamic Input. First, you need to know your dynamic input rules.

Know your Dynamic Input rules

Have you ever wanted to input Absolute coordinates using the new Dynamic Input feature? First, let’s verify that you have Dynamic Input enabled:

1. Open the 1-2_Know Your Coordinates.dwg file.
2. Using the Status Bar, left-click on the “hamburger” icon, Dynamic Input from the list to turn it ON in the Status Bar.
3. This will turn ON the Dynamic input icon, .

First, let’s review the basics of AutoCAD coordinate input:

• Relative Coordinates: 2,20 is relative to the previous coordinate location
• Absolute Coordinates: #2,20 is an absolute coordinate location in the current UCS (User Coordinate System),
• World Coordinates: *2,20 is a world coordinate location

Once you understand...