How do I create a hotkey in AutoCAD?

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To create a shortcut key, in the Command List pane, drag a command to the Shortcut Keys node in the Customizations In pane. To modify a shortcut key, select a shortcut key from under the Shortcut Keys node.

How do I create a shortcut key in AutoCAD?

In the Properties pane, click in the Key(s) box, and then click the […] button to open the Shortcut Keys dialog box. In the Shortcut Keys dialog box, hold down the modifier key Ctrl with a combination of Shift, Alt, or Shift and Alt along with the desired letter, number, function, or virtual key such as F1 or Insert.

How do I assign text to a function key?

Position the insertion point in the Press New Shortcut Key text box. Press the shortcut key you want to use. For instance, if you want to use Ctrl+J, then press Ctrl+J. Just below the Current Keys text box you should see the name of any commands currently using this shortcut.

How do I see all keyboard shortcuts?

Press Ctrl + Alt + ? on your keyboard. Keyboard shortcut overview is now open. Now try typing in the shortcut you are looking for.

What are the function keys use in AutoCAD?

Function Key Reference

Key	Feature	Description
F3	Object snap	Turns object snap on and off.
F4	3D object snap	Turns additional object snaps for 3D on and off.
F5	Isoplane	Cycles through 2D isoplane settings.
F6	Dynamic UCS (AutoCAD only)	Turns automatic UCS alignment with planar surfaces on and off.

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How many types of commands are there in AutoCAD?

There are over 150 unique shortcuts and commands in AutoCAD, and it can quickly get overwhelming just seeing the sheer number of them.

How do I show all commands in AutoCAD?

Press F2 to bring up the text window, This should show all commands since dwg has been opened.