Lesson 25 | Creating Parallel and Offset Geometry

This lesson describes how to use the Offset command to create geometry that is offset from or parallel to other geometry in the drawing.

In a typical drawing, you are likely to find several objects that are parallel to or offset from each other. You can use the Offset command to create this effect on geometry in the drawing and increase efficiency by reusing existing geometry.

The following illustration shows several parallel lines and concentric circles. The Offset command can be used to create these types of objects..

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Objectives

After completing this lesson, you will be able to:

  • Use the Offset ...

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