How do you rotate an object in DraftSight?
To rotate entities:
- Click Modify > Rotate (or type Rotate).
- In the graphics area, select entities to rotate.
- Press Enter.
- Specify the pivot point. …
- Enter the rotation angle or specify the Reference option to enter a reference angle, then enter the new angle.
How do I copy and paste in DraftSight?
To copy entities within the drawing, use the Copy or Pattern commands. To paste entities from the clipboard: Click Edit > Paste (or type Paste). The clipboard contents appear attached to the pointer.
How do I edit viewport in DraftSight?
Click in the graphics area or type a value to set the corners of the viewport, or specify the Fit option.
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Do one of the following:
- Type the name of the Viewport configuration to restore.
- Specify the ? option to list Viewport configurations.
- Specify the Active model configuration option.
How do you rotate in Draftsight 3D?
To rotate entities in 3D space:
- Type Rotate3D at the command prompt.
- In the graphics area, select entities to rotate and press Enter.
- Click in the graphics area or type 3D coordinates to set the points on the axis (axis of rotation), or specify an option: …
- Define the angle of rotation:
How do I get DraftSight for free?
Here’s a step-by-step on how to access the full free version of DraftSight 2021:
- Go to the DraftSight free trial page.
- Enter your information and agree to the privacy policy, then click “Start Free Trial”
- Click the download button for Windows or Mac.
- Open the downloaded file to begin the installation process.
How do I copy a layer in Draftsight?
In the Contents list:
- Double-click a category (Blocks, Layers, LineStyles, DimensionStyles, TextStyles, TableStyles, References, or Sheets).
- Right-click an item and click Copy.
How do I copy a sketch from Draftsight to Solidworks?
Click Edit > Copy (or type ClipboardCopy). In the graphics area, select entities to copy. Press Enter. The selected entities are added to the clipboard.
How do I create a detail view in Draftsight?
Creating a Detail View / Detail View Profile
- Click the Drawing window, and click the Detail View icon. from the Views toolbar (Details subtoolbar).
- Click the callout center.
- Drag to select the callout radius and click a point to terminate the selection.
How do you use sheets in Draftsight?
Click File > Sheet > Sheet from Template (or type Sheet and specify the Template option). In the Select template from file dialog box, select a *.
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To activate a Sheet:
- Type Sheet.
- Specify the Activate option.
- Type the name of the Sheet to activate.
How many viewports can you manipulate independently of the model space?
You have the ability to view up to four viewports at a time in various arrangements.