AutoCAD 2026 Polyline Command details with 3 examples

The Polyline (PLINE) function in AutoCAD 2026 generates a continuous series of line and arc segments, therefore making a single connected object. All at once, it’s a vital tool for producing intricate forms including rectangles, polygons, and other geometric shapes.

Key Features:

• Combines Line and Arc Segments: You can draw straight lines and arcs in a single polyline object.
• Editing Flexibility: You can modify the polyline as a whole or adjust individual segments.
• Closed Polylines: You can easily create closed shapes like rectangles and polygons.

How to Use the Polyline Command:

1. Start the Command:
   • Type PLINE or PL in the command bar and press Enter.
2. Specify the Start Point:
   • Click in the drawing area to set the first point of the polyline.
3. Draw the Polyline:
   • Continue clicking to specify additional points for line segments.
   • To switch to drawing arcs instead of lines, type A and press Enter.
   • To return to line segments, type L and press Enter.
4. Set the Width (Optional):
   • If you want to create a polyline with a specific width, type W for “Width,” then specify the start and end widths.
5. Close the Polyline (Optional):
   • Type C to close the polyline and connect the last point to the first.

Examples:

1. Creating a Rectangle:
   • Type PLINE and press Enter.
   • Click to set the first corner of the rectangle.
   • Click to set the opposite corner.
   • Type C to close the polyline, forming the rectangle.
2. Polyline with Different Widths:
   • Type PLINE and press Enter.
   • Type W to set the starting width (e.g., 0.5).
   • Specify the ending width (e.g., 0.2).
   • Draw the polyline, and the width will vary along its length.
3. Polyline with Line and Arc Segments:
   • Type PLINE and press Enter.
   • Click to set the first point.
   • Click to create a straight line segment.
   • Type A to switch to arc mode.
   • Define the arc by specifying the endpoint or other arc parameters.
   • Type L to return to line mode and continue drawing straight lines.

These examples should help you get started with the Polyline command in AutoCAD 2026. It’s a powerful tool for creating custom shapes and designs quickly!