This command allows you to draw a line that forms a certain angle to the reference line.

To draw a line

  1. Select the reference line.

  2. Choose the Graphics » Line » With angle command or click the tool in the toolbar.

  3. In the dialog box, specify the angle.

  4. Specify the starting point.

  5. Complete the line segment by specifying the end point. You can use the pointing device or you can open the dialog box for entering values. In the dialog box, the coordinates of the endpoint can be specified as follows:

    • By typing the point coordinates directly.

    • By specifying the offset from the starting point.

    • Specifying the inclination of the line relative to the horizontal axis and its length.

    To change the angle, press A and specify the new angle.

The line is created with the current pen style.

Commands and options

See also