Using command line

Use this forum to ask questions about how to do things in QCAD.

Moderator: andrew

Forum rules

Always indicate your operating system and QCAD version.

Attach drawing files and screenshots.

Post one question per topic.

Post Reply
DShum
Newbie Member
Posts: 7
Joined: Fri Dec 02, 2022 9:18 pm

Using command line

Post by DShum » Fri Dec 02, 2022 9:27 pm

In order to use the command line, I find that I have to first click on it to activate it. What am I missing?

I am using windows 10 and Version: 3.27.8.0 (3.27.8)

User avatar
andrew
Site Admin
Posts: 9037
Joined: Fri Mar 30, 2007 6:07 am

Re: Using command line

Post by andrew » Fri Dec 02, 2022 9:35 pm

This is by design as QCAD uses mostly two-letter shortcuts rather than commands. Shortcuts can be entered without the command line. Simply press the "L" key, then the "I" key to start drawing lines.

If you really need the command line (for example to enter coordinates), press the Spacebar to give it the focus.

DShum
Newbie Member
Posts: 7
Joined: Fri Dec 02, 2022 9:18 pm

Re: Using command line

Post by DShum » Fri Dec 02, 2022 9:51 pm

OK, Thank you.
I am accustomed to do a right click, select the command and start writing. So I need to hit the space bar to do that.

Post Reply

Return to “QCAD 'How Do I' Questions”