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AutoCAD 2012: Editable UCS icon

April 19, 2011 by Edwin Prakoso 2 Comments

Do you need to move UCS repeatedly when working with AutoCAD drawing? Not only when working in 3D, it’s also useful when you work in angled drawings. In 2012, you have the capability to move and rotate the coordinate system using grips, without having to access any tool.

Try to click your UCS icon. You should see the icon selected, and shows the grips. Hover above the grip (don’t click). You will see available menus to work with that element. You can also click the grip and cycle between the command by pressing [ctrl]. Yes, it’s similar with polyline grips in 2011 and other grips enhancements.

editable_ucs_grips

This enhancement allows you to move, align, and rotate it quickly. This is much better than using dynamic UCS that was introduced in AutoCAD 2007.

See this feature in action below!

Editable coordinate system in AutoCAD 2012

I guess you will like it. But feel free to discuss it here and tell your opinion.

About Edwin Prakoso

I work as a Sr. Consultant in PT Cipta Satria Informatika. I've been using AutoCAD since R14 and Revit since Revit Building 9. I occasionally write for AUGIWorld magazine and I am also active in Autodesk discussion forum. I'm a member of Autodesk Expert Elite, an appreciation for individuals who give contributions to the Autodesk community.
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John Dickinson
John Dickinson
12 years ago

Ho do you move the UCS Icon in paperspace?

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Edwin Prakoso
Edwin Prakoso
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12 years ago

Type UCSICON then enter.
Choose ORigin then enter again.

Why would you need to move the UCS icon on paperspace?

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