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How to draw a perfect square or rectangle

This article will show you how to use polygon tool allows you to create a range of shapes tailored to your needs. By utilizing the toggle snap feature, you can easily achieve angles of 90 degrees, enhancing the accuracy of your designs.

Enter Method

  • Select the Draw Curve Polygon / Polygon tool. 
  • Select the Toggle Snap feature.
  • Click anywhere on the screen to start.
  • Drag the line vertically down and let go of the mouse
  • Press enter / return on the keyboard and type the dimension of the Line. 

  • Press enter / return to lock in the dimension.

  • Press Esc to remove the previous point.

  • Repeat on each line as necessary to complete 4 side of the square or rectangle.

  • To terminate click on the starting point.

Action Box

  • Select the Draw Curve Polygon / Polygon tool. 

  • Click anywhere on the screen to start.

  • Use the Action Box to alternate between straight / curve lines.

  • Toggle to activate the snap feature.

  • Press enter / return on the keyboard and type the dimension of the Line. 

  • Press enter / return to lock in the dimension.

  • Press Esc to remove the previous point.

  • Repeat on each line as necessary.

  • To terminate click on the starting point. 

Edit the display of a Polygon by adjusting the setting after drawing or selecting it. This is useful to declutter the screen, to define or clearly identify the shape visually or achieve a desired outcome for the site plan.