Line into Segments

The Line into Segments command converts a selected line into the indicated number of equal length segments. The original line can be converted, or an identical line placed on top of the original and converted.

To convert a line into segments:

1. Select the line to be converted.

2. Select Modify > Drafting Aids > Line into Segments.

The Line into Segments dialog box opens.

►    Click to show/hide the parameters.

Parameter	Description
Place loci	Places loci at the segment divisions
Break Line Into Segments	Creates segments from the original line, converting it; deselect to place loci only
Leave Original Line Intact	Retains the original line, and creates segments from a copy of the line
Number of Segments	Specifies the number of segments to create

3. Set the parameters and click OK to draw either a new segmented line or convert the selected one.

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Creating Single Lines

Creating Double Lines

Create Dividing Lines

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