Drawing Straight Rectangular Stands by typing the Size

Drawing a Straight Rectangular Stand by typing the size:

View the quick tutorial video (no sound) and/or follow the instructions below.

1

Make sure Angle Lock is switched OFF before proceeding.

To toggle Angle Lock On / OFF, press F6 on your keyboard or click on the button on the System Toolbar in the top right of your screen.

The button is not highlighted when switched off as shown below.

2

Select the 'Rectangular' option from the Draw Stands button on the HOME ribbon as highlighted in Blue on the picture below.

TIP: You can also initiate this function by using the default Hot Key ' R '

3

Now click on the screen at the point you want to start the first corner of your stand.  NOTE: You need to click and then let go of your mouse button to start.

Now press these buttons on your keyboard, but change the sizes as required:

6

ENTER

5

ENTER

Typing the above will give you a 6 x 5 stand.