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Specify a new start point for closed polylines: CP_NEWSTART – CADPower Command

Summary The CP_NEWSTART command in CADPower allows you to redefine the start point of a closed polyline without altering its geometry. By selecting a new point along the polyline, the nearest vertex to that point becomes the new start and the polyline is restructured accordingly. CADPower-> Polyline-> Vertex Management-> Specify a new start point for closed polylines This is particularly useful when working with closed polylines where the start point is important for operations like path-based tools or when adjusting how the polyline is processed in certain workflows. The command ensures that the polyline’s overall shape remains unchanged while updating its start point.

Multiple Vertex Editor: CP_MVEDIT – CADPower Command

CADPower Commands / By Rakesh Rao

Summary The CP_MVEDIT command in CADPower is a powerful tool for editing multiple vertex positions on selected polylines, lines, and arcs. It allows you to move multiple vertices simultaneously in various directions—X, Y, Z, XY, YZ, XZ, or XYZ—while keeping other coordinates unchanged. CADPower-> Polyline-> Vertex Management-> Multiple Vertex Editor This command acts similarly to XYZ point filters in AutoCAD and BricsCAD but is applied across multiple objects and points at once. The command provides several vertex-editing options, including: With dynamic, on-screen movement and real-time feedback, the command allows you to see the impact of changes graphically. This makes it ideal for tasks like proximity, area and size simulations. Additionally, the command includes a ‘Reverse’ option for fine-tuning adjustments, enabling you to toggle back and forth between changes until the perfect geometry is achieved.

Delete Single Vertex Polylines: CP_DELSVP – CADPower Command

CADPower Commands / By Rakesh Rao

Summary The CP_DELSVP command in CADPower allows you to delete single vertices or zero-length polylines from selected objects. Unlike the CP_0LEN2PNT command, which replaces zero-length polylines with points. CADPower-> Polyline-> Vertex Management-> Delete single vertex polylines CP_DELSVP command completely removes these unwanted elements from the drawing. This tool is particularly useful for cleaning up unnecessary geometry in your CAD drawings, helping to maintain a streamlined and efficient file by eliminating redundant vertices and zero-length polylines that may clutter the design.

Add / Remove Redundant Closing Vertex in Polylines: CP_FIXCLOSED – CADPower Command

CADPower Commands / By Rakesh Rao

Summary The CP_FIXCLOSED command in CADPower is used to manage redundant vertices in closed polylines by adding or removing the last vertex based on your needs. This command is particularly useful when dealing with closed polylines that may or may not have a duplicated first and last vertex. CADPower-> Polyline-> Vertex Management-> Add / Remove redundant closing vertex in polylines This command helps in refining and ensuring proper closure of polylines, making it ideal for accurate geometric edits and cleanup in CAD designs.

Place Points/Blocks along Vertices: CP_PL_PLACE – CADPower Command

CADPower Commands / By Rakesh Rao

Summary The CP_PL_PLACE command in CADPower allows you to place a point or a block at each vertex of a polyline or line, making it highly useful for mapping, utility applications and precise vertex marking. CADPower-> Polyline-> Vertex Management-> Place Points/Blocks along vertices You can choose what to place: You can also control where the points or blocks are placed by selecting from options like All Vertices, First Vertex Only, Last Vertex Only, or First and Last Vertices Only, giving you flexibility in how and where the placements occur. This tool is especially handy for adding markers or objects along polylines for mapping, infrastructure, or design tasks.

Weed (Remove) collinear vertices from Polyline: CP_REM_LINVERTS – CADPower Command

CADPower Commands / By Rakesh Rao

Summary The CP_REM_LINVERTS command in CADPower allows you to remove redundant or unnecessary linear vertices from a polyline, helping to simplify and clean up the geometry. CADPower-> Polyline-> Vertex Management-> Weed (Remove) collinear vertices from Polyline An optional feature of this command lets you mark the locations of the removed vertices with points. By checking the “Mark locations of removed vertices with points” option, points are automatically placed at the positions where vertices were deleted. Making it easier to track changes and review the original structure. This is especially useful when refining polylines or preparing them for further modifications, ensuring precision while maintaining a visual record of adjustments.

Densify Vertices: CP_DENSIFY – CADPower Command

CADPower Commands / By Rakesh Rao

Summary The CP_DENSIFY command in CADPower is a versatile tool that allows you to add extra vertices to both 2D and 3D polylines, enhancing their flexibility for detailed editing and manipulation. CADPower-> Polyline-> Vertex Management-> Densify Vertices This command offers two methods to densify polylines: This tool is especially useful for refining the shape of polylines, making it easier to modify curves, smooth out geometry or prepare for further operations like surface modeling or contour editing.

Delete Vertex: CP_DELVX – CADPower Command

CADPower Commands / By Rakesh Rao

Summary The CP_DELVX command in CADPower provides a quick and efficient way to delete a vertex from a polyline in a single step. With this command, users can simply select the vertex they want to remove. It will be instantly deleted without the need for multiple operations. CADPower-> Polyline-> Vertex Management-> Delete Vertex This is especially useful for editing and refining polylines in complex drawings, allowing for more precise control over the shape and geometry of polylines. It simplifies the process of adjusting polyline vertices, saving time and making edits more intuitive.

Insert Vertex: CP_INSVX – CADPower Command

CADPower Commands / By Rakesh Rao

Summary The CP_INSVX command in CADPower allows you to easily insert a vertex along any polyline by simply picking a point at the desired location. This command streamlines the process of adding vertices to existing polylines. And enabling greater flexibility when editing or refining the shape of a polyline. CADPower-> Polyline-> Vertex Management-> Insert Vertex It is particularly useful when you need to adjust the geometry or add control points for better alignment or modifications in architectural, engineering or design drawings. By selecting the insertion point directly, the command makes the process quick and intuitive.

3D-to-2D: CP_CH3D2D – CADPower Command

CADPower Commands / By Rakesh Rao

Summary CP_CH3D2D: Converts all selected 3D Polylines and Lines into 2D Polylines and Lines. Depending on the setting of the PLINETYPE variable, the 2D polylines thus formed will be either heavy weight polylines or light weight polylines. CADPower -> Polyline Tools -> Change 2d->3d->2d -> 3D-to-2D While creating the 2d polylines, you can specify the constant elevation that the 2d polylines should acquire. The following options are possible: Set to 0.0Lowest Z of each 3d polylineHighest Z of each 3d polylineSet to first vertex of each 3d polylineAverage of all vertices (default)Set to a value The standard object selection dialog appears and allows polylines and lines to be selected. Click Apply and the all the 3D polylines and lines are converted into 2D polylines. The original 3D polyline will be erased. Tech Info: CP_CH3D2D changes the DXF Group Code 70 of each polyline, removes the 8 bit and recreates a 2D polyline. The 2D polyline acquires new handles but any extended entity data in the 3D polyline will be transferred to the 2D polyline.