Graphics Programs Reference
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If you specify the same point for the parameter location as the base point for the
block, you may have a hard time selecting the dynamic option grip.
8. AutoCAD places a parameter marker at the selected point and returns to the
command line, prompting you to specify the radius of the rotation parameter and
the default rotation angle.
The parameter marker's label appears next to the rotation parameter marker.
9. Click the Actions tab of the Block Authoring Palettes and then click Rotate Ac-
tion. Select the Rotate Parameter, select the objects that should be modified when
the grip is used, and specify a point for the action's label.
AutoCAD returns to the command prompt. At this point, it's fine to go with default
values and on-screen pick points.
10. Repeat Steps 6 through 9, trying different parameters and actions.
For example, choose a Point Parameter and a Move Action.
Figure 18-6 shows a set of block components, several of which have action paramet-
ers assigned to them. After the block is inserted, you can manipulate the compon-
ents to which you've added parameters to vary the appearance of the blocks. I ex-
plain how a little later in this chapter.
Figure 18-6:
A passel of parameters ready for action.
11. Click Close Block Editor on the Ribbon and save or discard your changes.
AutoCAD closes the block-authoring environment and returns to the standard draw-
ing editor window.
