[solved] Problem: copying a line object makes new one much larger

[NPD]

Please help!! This problem just started today. When I copy a line, the new copied line becomes really big. It does not keep the original size. Also, with reference copy, using relative positions (like @0,24) does not seem to work. I've attached the problem file.

I'm relatively new to QCAD. I'm wondering if I accidentally typed in a command that changed some options or preferences.

I have to generate some drawings for work soon. If someone can take a look at this soon I would greatly appreciate it.

Versions
QCAD version: 3.24.3.0
Date: Mar 17 2020
Qt version: 5.13.0
Compiler version: MSVC++ 14.0 (2015)
Build Date: Mar 17 2020
Revision: a3bef72c136d511dedc5c302e12acd72ff6cc243

Architecture: x86_64
OS: Windows
OS version: 10

[NPD]

Some more info on this issue. I started a new blank drawing and the same problem is there also.

npd

[Husky]

To copy that line you are using the Clipboard functions? If yes please check the insert scale factor in your option bar ...

Husky-2020.08.14-01.png (52.27 KiB) Viewed 5486 times

... which should be 1.

[CVH]

Hi,
What we presume is that the scale of the paste is not 1:1.
Look at the Control Toolbar for any specific setting of any function.
That is the toolbar that displays an arrow after a reset, with tooltip 'Active Tool: None'

That is a tool setting or an App related issue.
There is nothing wrong in your file.
Regards,
CVH

[NPD]

Thank you Husky, CVH! You saved me. Somehow I had 48,48 in the scale window. I like using the command line, especially for typing in relative coordinates. My cursor must have jumped to this window and I did not notice it.

Husky... You asked if I was using the clipboard function. I always copy using copy with reference (RC) and paste using PS. Is there another way to copy without using the clipboard?

Thanks again guys.

npd

[Husky]

Husky... You asked if I was using the clipboard function. I always copy using copy with reference (RC) and paste using PS. Is there another way to copy without using the clipboard?

You could also use:

Duplicate (DP) which will put a copy without a reference point on top of the source,

or

Move/Copy (MV) which will copy with reference point and the option to do more than one copy ...

[NPD]

Thanks for the tip. It never occurred to me to use MV for copying also. It's probably quicker than using RC and PS.

[jghealey]

To copy that line you are using the Clipboard functions? If yes please check the insert scale factor in your option bar ...


Husky-2020.08.14-01.png


... which should be 1.

Saved me too! my scale was set at 235 so it was a bit confusing for a while when I was pasting things!

Thanks Husky!