Enable Object Snap to Hatch

I have several colleagues asking me, why they can’t snap to hatch objects, just like when they use their old AutoCAD. Actually, you still can. It seems that Autodesk has disabled this feature by default, maybe because of performance issues.

To activate it, simply open option. You can do it by typing OP then [enter] or by accessing through AutoCAD ribbon.

In the options dialog box, drafting tab, in object snap options, turn off ignore hatch objects.

You can also set this option by changing the OSOPTIONS system variable.
I snipped this from the help file:

0: Object snaps operate on hatch objects, and on geometry with negative Z values when using a dynamic UCS
1: Object snaps ignore hatch objects
2: Object snaps ignore geometry with negative Z values during use of a dynamic UCS

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About Edwin Prakoso

I work as a Solution Consultant in Datech Solutions, Tech Data Indonesia. 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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