Dynamic Input

For experienced AutoCAD users, the command-line interface is a shortcut for creating objects and specifying properties. AutoCAD Map 3D provides a command interface near the cursor. This interface is called dynamic input. The older command line window is hidden by default, but you can display it at any time.

With dynamic input, you can

• Launch commands by typing them directly into the drawing area.
• Respond to command prompts in a tooltip or tooltip menu near the cursor, instead of on the command line.
• View the location of the crosshairs as coordinate values in a tooltip.
• Enter coordinate values in the tooltip when a command prompts for a point, instead of on the command line.
• View distance and angle values when a command prompts for a second point.

Besides echoing the command-line messages, the Dynamic Input display shows temporary dimensions, coordinates, and angles of objects you’re drawing and editing. You can easily turn the Dynamic Input display on or off by clicking the Dynamic Input tool in the status bar. When the Dynamic Input display is turned off, your keyboard input appears only in the Command window.