Summary

The CP_DXY command in CADPower for BricsCAD, AutoCAD, ZWCAD and ARES Commander extends the functionality of the standard DIST command by providing additional information, particularly for 3D point measurements. In addition to displaying the linear distance between two picked points, this command also calculates and shows the horizontal (XY-plane) projected distance.

CADPower -> Inquiry Tools -> Inquiry Tools -> Enhanced DIST command

Key features include:

• Enhanced Distance Measurement – Displays the direct distance between two points, along with the horizontal projection on the XY plane.
• 3D-Aware Calculations – Ideal for 3D designs where the horizontal distance is often more relevant than the direct spatial distance.
• Real-Time Command Line Feedback – Instantly outputs linear distance, horizontal distance, and coordinate details.
• Ideal for Terrain & Structural Analysis – Useful in civil engineering, architecture, and mechanical design where 3D to 2D conversions are necessary.
• Activation Required – Command is disabled by default; activate it using CP_DEFMACROS at the command prompt.
• Compatible with Major CAD Platforms – Works seamlessly in BricsCAD, AutoCAD, ZWCAD, and ARES Commander.

Benefits:

With CP_DXY, users can obtain comprehensive distance information that includes the horizontal projection, making it a valuable tool for 3D-to-2D measurements and geometric analyses.