LISP Utilities
AHIDacen, a0ahid.elf

Quick Hidden/Center/Visible Line (Side)

Generates hidden, center and visible projection line

Description

This tool is designed to easily project and draw Hidden Lines, Center Lines, or Visible (Outline) Lines on a front or side view based on the geometry of a plan view (e.g., projecting a hole).

Layer Handling :

Update (v1.1) : Added the A0 command for drawing visible outlines (Sep 19, 2024).

Smart Projection
You can pick a point on the plan view and instantly draw the corresponding line on the view below or beside it.
Auto-Snap
The tool automatically applies the Perpendicular (PER) Osnap to ensure straight projection lines.
AHID
Draws on the Hidden layer.
ACEN
Draws on the Center layer (and extends slightly past the boundary).
A0
Draws on the 0 (or Outline) layer.

How to use

AHID for Hidden Lines.

ACEN for Center Lines.

A0 for Visible Lines.

The line is drawn automatically between the boundaries on the correct layer.

  1. 1.Type the desired command:
  2. 2.Click the Source Point on the plan view (e.g., the quadrant of a hole).
  3. 3.Click the Top Boundary of the target view.
  4. 4.Click the Bottom Boundary of the target view.

Note

  • If using ACEN, the line will automatically extend slightly outward to follow standard center line drafting practices.

Example

Example: Quick Hidden/Center/Visible Line (Side)
Quick Hidden/Center/Visible Line (Side)

Included free

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