Distance + Distance Snap (distance)

Use this command to calculate a distance by adding two distances. Either distance can be negative.

Distance + Distance Snap can be used in these controls:

To use a Distance + Distance Snap:

  1. While in a distance or offset control, right-click in a graphic view, and select Distance + Distance Snap from the context menu. The Distance + Distance Snap command pane displays.
  2. Pick two points or a line segment, or type a value in the Distance 1 box.
  3. Pick two more points or a line segment, or type a value in the Distance 2 box. The distance is recorded, and the command pane returns to the previous command.

Related topics

Understanding COGO Controls

COGO Expressions, Units, and Entry Formats

Snaps Modes and Commands