Tips: AutoCAD - Complex Linetypes

Q: I am an AutoCAD user, but I have trouble to create a complex linetype. Is it possible to make a flow line that looks like ----->------>--------> something like what I'm showing?
- M. K. K-R.

A: Yes, it is possible. Here is the steps:

1. Open the acad.lin file in Notepad.
2. Scroll down to
3. Take some existing code, and make a copy of its, such as:

*FENCELINE1,Fenceline circle ----0-----0----0-----0----0-----0--
A,.25,-.1,[CIRC1,ltypeshp.shx,x=-.1,s=.1],-.1,1

4. Figure out the code for the > symbol, and stick it in the copied code, as shown below:

*ARROWFLOW,Flowline Direction ---->----->---->----->---->----->--
A,.25,-.1,[">",STANDARD,x=-.1,s=.1],-.1,1

You're going to have to play with the parameters a bit, to make the arrowhead centered in the line. Check out my tutorial on creating complex linetypes at:

* Intro to linetype customization
* Complex linestypes

Comments

[Ron]

AutoLINE software from Autodsys (www.autodsys.com) adds many new capabilities to linetypes within AutoCAD such as the ability to draw parallel lines, include blocks, use only negative dashes, have a block or text first, or use lisp expressions to prompt for input.

[Ken Deppe]

I need to make a linetype that is basically a 12:1 rectangle repeated over & over but alternates from solid (filled) to hollow. Is that possible? I made a Block that is what I need but I'm hoping there is a better way than copying or arraying the Block. Suggestions?

[James Castillo]

Is there a way to make the text in a linetype readable meaning that its all read from left to right..not upside down?

[Mario]

I need to create a linetype like - + - + - + but I can´t make the middle dash appear, it only makes crosses... how can I do that???

[Simon Chapman]

RE:""re: Philip Lyons - How can I get freehand style linetypes rather than the dead straight?
Someone did this for me about 100 years ago and I need an 'artisan' look for a set of drawings.

try squiggleCAD

Posted by: roger schmitt | Aug 18, 2005 at 14:02 ""

or better still just use cad and type 'sketch'

cheers
Simon Chapman
CAD Manager/Vlisp Programmer/CAD Expert
SC Design Consulting Ltd
(you need it we design it)
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[Simon Chapman]

"I am looking for a linetype that works the same as the Cloud line but can be set with the F8 command to be able to draw cloud lines in straight lines. I am a landscape architect and looking to use this line type for shrubs.
can anyone help please
David

Posted by: david fountain | Oct 10, 2005 at 04:10"

I cant help you out with the F8 query but as for the shrubs.. or as we called ours hedge! i have a little routine but cant upload them here so you may wanna email me and i can send them to you its a linetype (.lin) with a shape file (.shx) and draws perfect little hedge as straight lines or curves or whatever takes your fancy email is admin@unitedspeed.com drop me an email and i'll send them over ;)
cheers
Simon Chapman
CAD Manager/Vlisp Programmer/Cad Expert
SC Design Consulting Ltd
(For all your design needs)
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[Ross Grindley]

Looking to get some varied linetypes for planting? Is this possible outside the usual notebook text options???

This would save me FOREVER in moving random lines...

help!

[Jo-Anna Krupa]

I am trying to create a linetype for mounding in autocad. I have tried to write a new linetype and i can seem to get the description right.

I would like the mounding to look like this.
l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l

[KEVIN]

Hi, I need to create a line type with
-----H-----H-----H
and another with
-----L-----L-----L
is this possible

Regards kev,

[Heather]

I need this as my linetype. How can I create it with not exceeding the 12 specifications that I'm allowed?
Help.
______ . __ . __ . __ . ______

[Emir]

Hello... i need help ... a need to create
- - AC220 HOW ? please help me

[Erik Lewicki]

I would like to create a line to represent stone riprap. How should I do this?

[shachar_k]

I am an AutoCAD user, but I have trouble to create a linetype with a attributed blocks
-------(attributed block)-------
where i have to righte in the line of the code the name of my blook.
*AP_LINE, AP line -----?-----?-----?----
A,.5,-0.5,["AP",line-t,S=.5,R=0.0,X=0.08,Y=-. Is it possible to make a flow line that looks like this0.04],-.3

I want that when i make a line he will ask me the question of the attribute.
i hop that will be possible to do this

[Rick Hampton]

I need a line type like the track line type, with the exception of having the center line a different color than the tracks. i need color control. please email advice.

[MIke]

I'm useing autocad 2002. I'm looking for a line type with clouds. I tried to find anything that came close to it. This is only for 2D cad.

[ralphg]

Aman:

Sorry, but AutoCAD is incapable of drawing parallel lines as a linetype.

As a workaround, you could:

1. Use the Track linetype to draw the center line.
2. And then use the Offset command to draw the two outer lines.

[Aman]

Hi Dear sir/ Madam,

i need a LineType for 2 draw for Broad Gauge Railway Line (Already a linetype Track1 is there)
but that doesnt fit for some drawing. may i get a line type with
(a) 3 Parellel lines, with
(b) outer Lines thin and Middle one Thikker &
(c) The Middle one has to be a Dashed LineType.

please pm me.

[rajeev]

need a linetype with two different letters
----s----150----s----150----

is that possible?

[k]

i need a linetype with two different letters
----s----150----s----150----

is that possible?

[JOSEPH]

I NEED TO MAKE A GAS LINE WITH THE WORD GAS AT A 45 DEGREE ANGLE IN THE LINE HOW WOULD I DO THIS

[NAGARAJ]

I need Catia V5 design information.i am searching for job in this field.Design procedure for cati v5 requered.

[Lenny]

in creating a linetype, after I enter the new linetype name, there is no dialog box that pops up with "Create or Append Linetype"....also, I tried several times to create a line using even the examples A,.5,.....etc. and I get "invalid number or bad continuation" after I enter....Please help.

[coryrey]

Does anyone know what the linetype code is for the ">" symbol?

[Matt Kozak]

Does anyone know how to make a linetype without a line. For example: x x x; instead of:---x---x---.

[santosh]

i have problem in creating linetypes according united state cad stands