Graphics Reference
In-Depth Information
Select object to offset or [Exit/Undo] <Exit>:
(select a single object)
Specify point on side to offset or
[Exit/Multiple/Undo] <Exit>:
(click in the desired side)
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The command will repeat the last two prompts for further offsetting.
To end the command, press [Enter] or right-click.
Through Point
With this method, there is no need to know the distance but you should know
any point that the new parallel object will pass through.
The prompt will be as follows:
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Specify offset distance or [Through/Erase/Layer]
<Through>:
(type t and press [Enter])
Select object to offset or [Exit/Undo] <Exit>:
(Select a single object)
Specify through point or [Exit/Multiple/Undo] <Exit>:
(Specify the point that the new image will pass through)
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The command will repeat the last two prompts for further offsetting.
To end the command, press [Enter] or right-click.
Here is an example:
Multiple
With both of the preceding methods you can use the
Multiple
option.
Instead of repeatedly selecting the object and specifying the side, the
Multiple
option will allow you to specify only the side of the offset.
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