Autocad dynamic block stretch circle

Parameters are used to get input from the user, but without an action a parameter doesn't do anything. For our window example, a stretch action will allow us to stretch and move geometry based on the properties of the linear parameter. Now let's say you want both sides to stretch simultaneously when you drag the right grip. This can be done by adding another stretch action to the same linear parameter. This action will apply to the other side of the window.

Start with the dynamic block you created previously. We actually want the objects to stretch in the opposite direction from the objects on the right side, for example when the grip is dragged to the right the objects stretch to the left. Do define this, modify the Angle Offset property of the action as shown.

Let's say you only want to allow windows between 24" and 60" wide in 6" increments. You can define the stretch parameter to limit the stretch action. Instead of stretching at increments, maybe you only want to allow windows that are 24", 36", or 48" wide. Dynamic blocks can be very useful and save you from creating hundreds of static blocks. Creating a stretchable block may seem complicated at first, but just remember the basics; add a parameter, apply an action, test the block.

In this article, you'll create a window block that starts with a size of 36" wide x 72" high, and then: Add a linear parameter Add a stretch action Test the block and more Note: The video doesn't contain audio or closed captions.

Create a Block In a blank drawing, draw a 36x72 rectangle to represent the window. Draw the inner rectangles as shown. Place the lower-left corner of the window at 0,0. This location will be used as the block's base insertion point.

Make it Stretchable Now you are ready to define the dynamic part of this block. For a stretchable block, you'll need a parameter and an action. Parameters determine the geometry that are affected by an action when you manipulate a block reference. This is a visual cue that the action has not been created for this parameter yet. Now, before we repeat this step for the attribute, you need to make sure that you change the Lock Position property of the attribute to Yes.

To make sure that you are rotating the attribute by the center of the circle, select the Rotation Grip and move it to the center of the callout. Thinking ahead as to how I will need to manipulate the different components of this block, I will also need to somehow move the callout objects around for proper orientation to the sign depending on the orientation of the road, while the sign objects stay at their required orientation.

Snap to the center of the callout and put the label somewhere beyond the circle. Select the Standard Grip and move it below the attribute so that it is not overlapping the rotation grip. Select the callout objects and the rotation parameter and action associated with it, and press ENTER. Select the block and notice the grips that appear.

The circular grips are the rotation parameters, and the square grips are the move grips. Clicking on the grips allows you to change the rotation and locations of the individual sets of objects.

To close the Test Block environment, simply click the Close Test Block tool at the right end of the ribbon. Close the Block Editor and save it. I now have a block that allows me to easily change to any orientation necessary to get my detour plan done.

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Jaclyn Dab and If we stretch the distance units, then we should move it 50 units. To achieve this, select the move action icon.

Open properties palette and change the distance multiplier to 0. I work as a Sr. I'm also a member of Autodesk Expert Elite, appreciation for individuals who give contribution to Autodesk community.

Connect with me on twitter or LinkedIn. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed. I spent an hour trying to figure this out.

Once I create the attributes in the dynamic block, the dynamism is lost in other words, it becomes a standard block. Can you email me the block and describe what you expect the block will do? You can email it to [email protected]. Prakoso , do you happen to know if there's anyway that allows me to resize "enclose text object" as I edit the text. Quite useful though, I was looking on how to lock the pick point at middle position no matter how long you stretch the block, any ideas?

Have you tried to using parametric feature? It will work better instead of dynamic block parameter in your situation. In this Article Dynamic block tip: How to keep attributes at block center.

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