The Construction Line command

This command is available in the expanded Draw panel in the Home tab, as shown:

Figure 3.27: The Construction Line option in the expanded Draw panel

Construction lines are infinite lines that are helpful when you make lines for reference. An example of a reference line is the series of vertical infinite lines created using the reference of a floor plan to mark the places where doors and windows can be added in elevation. In the following figure, the vertical infinite lines are construction lines:

Figure 3.28: Red lines made for reference using the Construction Line tool

Using these red lines, you can make another drawing that exactly aligns with the floor plan shown here. Make a note here that I have used a red color for the construction line to make them look distinct but in general, the construction lines take the default drawing color.

In the following example, I will show you the steps to make a...