Summary
The GT_INOUTOFFSET command in GeoTools enables users to offset multiple closed polylines inwards or outwards in a single operation, streamlining the offsetting process within BricsCAD, AutoCAD, ZWCAD and ARES Commander.
GeoTool -> Polyline Tools -> Process -> Offset closed polylines INwards/OUTwards
Offset Closed Polylines INwards/OUTwards: GT_INOUTOFFSET – GeoTools Command
Key Features Include:
- Batch Offset Closed Polylines – Allows multiple polylines to be processed at once.
- Dual Offset Direction:
- Inwards – Shrinks the polyline by the specified distance.
- Outwards – Expands the polyline by the specified distance.
- Customizable Offset Distance – Users can define the exact horizontal offset value.
- Maintains Original Geometry – The command retains the shape and topology of the polylines while applying the offset.
- Ideal for Contour Adjustments & Boundary Modifications – Useful in GIS, topographical mapping, urban planning, and civil engineering for creating buffer zones or modifying closed areas.
Benefits:
This tool is essential for CAD professionals who require precise and efficient offsetting of closed polylines for various design applications.