Draw an arc by defining three points

  1. Choose the Arc By 3 Points command .

  2. Click where you want the sweep of the arc to begin (A).

  3. Do one of the following:

    • Click where you want the midpoint of the arc to be (B), and then click where you want the sweep of the arc to end (C).

    • Click where you want the sweep of the arc to end (B), and then click where you want the midpoint of the arc to be (C).

      Tip:

      Use the intent zones at the first and second points to specify whether the third point is between the first two or beyond one of the first two.

Tip:

  • Instead of clicking to define the sweep and the midpoint, you can type values on the Arc command bar. You can also use a combination of graphic and command bar input.

  • IntelliSketch places relationship handles.

  • You can use the options on the Arc command bar and the commands on the shortcut menu to edit an arc.

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