Summary

The GT_DANGLECHECK command in GeoTools identifies free-standing (dangling) endpoints of polylines, lines, arcs, and splines, ensuring accurate connectivity in BricsCAD, AutoCAD, ZWCAD and ARES Commander.

GeoTool -> Drawing Cleanup Tools -> Drawing Cleanup Tools -> Detect free ends (dangles) of lines,polylines and arcs

Key Features Include:

• Detects Dangling Ends:
  • Scans drawing for endpoints of linework that do not connect to another object.
  • Useful for identifying gaps and misaligned connections in networks.
• Customizable Search Window:
  • Users define a search window size to specify the tolerance for detecting free-standing ends.
• Temporary Layer for Visualization:
  • Marks all detected dangles using point objects in the GeoTools temporary layer (“GEOTOOLS_TEMP”), allowing easy review and correction.

Benefits:

This tool is crucial for GIS, surveying, road design, and utility mapping, helping ensure clean and well-connected linework.