Quick Answer: Why can’t I offset a spline in AutoCAD?

The offset command will not create an offset curve if there exists a concave radius of curvature that is less than the specified offset value. For a spline this may exist if the Control Vertices (CVs) are very close together.

How do I fix offset in AutoCAD?

How to Use Offset in AutoCAD 2014

1. Click the Offset button on the Home tab’s Modify panel, or enter Offset and press Enter. …
2. Type an offset distance and press Enter. …
3. Select a single object, such as a line, a polyline, or an arc. …
4. Point to one side or the other of the object and then click.

Why can’t I offset a line in AutoCAD?

As we navigate the OFFSET command, we receive a “Cannot offset that object.” message at the command line. If our polyline was created by bringing in survey data we may have some overlapping segments, zero-length segments, or other unwanted geometry. These items can cause the object to not be able to be offset.

What is the function of offset in AutoCAD?

Creates concentric circles, parallel lines, and parallel curves. You can offset an object at a specified distance or through a point. After you offset objects, you can trim and extend them as an efficient method to create drawings containing many parallel lines and curves.

How do you offset a 3D sketch in SolidWorks?

To create sketch offsets on 3D geometry surfaces: Open a 3D model. Click Offset on Surface (Sketch toolbar) or Tools > Sketch Tools > Offset on Surface.

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Creating Sketch Offsets on 3D Geometry Surfaces

1. Click Surface-Loft5 in the graphics area.
2. Set Offset Distance to 20 .
3. Click .