AutoCAD Create Commands: The Complete Guide

Introduction

AutoCAD’s Create commands are the foundation of every drawing. These tools generate the geometry that forms your designs — lines, circles, arcs, blocks, hatches, and more. By mastering Create commands, you’ll be able to build accurate, professional drawings with confidence and speed.

This page serves as a complete reference for all AutoCAD Create commands available on CAD Master Coach. Use the list below to explore each command in detail, or continue reading for practical applications and tips.

Arc

Learn how the AutoCAD ARC command works using all 10 arc drawing methods. Clear explanations, common pitfalls, and practical drafting examples.

Attribute

Learn how to use the ATTRIBUTE (ATTDEF) command in AutoCAD to create editable text fields inside blocks. Step-by-step guide with options, examples, tips, and title block workflows.

Block

Use the BLOCK command to define reusable drawing geometry. Step‑by‑step creation, editing, and best practices.

Circle

Learn how to draw circles in AutoCAD using center-radius, diameter, 2-point, 3-point, and tangent options, plus practical drafting tips.

CopyToLayer

Move or duplicate objects into a target layer using COPYTOLAYER. Ideal for layering workflows and cleanup.

Hatch

Learn how the AutoCAD HATCH command fills closed areas with patterns, solid fills, and gradients. Includes options, common issues, and pro tips.

Insert

Place blocks or external references into your drawing using INSERT. Learn strategies, options, and workflows.

Line

Get precise with the LINE command: useful tips for angles, dynamic input, object snaps, and layering.

Polygon

Create regular polygons in AutoCAD using POLYGON: specify sides, inscribed/circumscribed mode, rotation, etc.

Polyline

Explore how PLINE combines lines & arcs, editing techniques, width control, and smoothing with arcs.

Rectang

AutoCAD RECTANG Command – Draw Rectangles Quickly

Units

Learn how to set drawing units in AutoCAD, avoid scale errors, and fix incorrect units using UNITS and -DWGUNITS. Essential for accurate, professional drafting.

Practical Applications of Create Commands

Create commands are used in every discipline of AutoCAD drafting:

Architecture: Define walls, doors, and room layouts with LINE, RECTANGLE, and HATCH.
Mechanical design: Model curves, holes, and round parts with CIRCLE and ARC.
Structural engineering: Reuse details with BLOCKs and apply HATCH patterns for clarity.
Civil/site plans: Lay out alignments and offsets with POLYLINE and OFFSET.

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