Moving Objects Around in the Drawing

The Move command displaces objects from one area of the drawing to another. This can be done either by graphically selecting where you want the objects to be moved onscreen or by entering a specific displacement. Let's examine moving objects by entering a specific displacement.

Start the Move command by selecting the Move button from the Modify toolbar.

Figure 7.4. As you might expect, the Move command is available from the toolbar.

After selecting the objects you want to move, you have two options available:

  • Specify second point of displacement—With this option, AutoCAD prompts you for the final destination ...

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