Array Commands¶
Create multiple copies of entities arranged in rectangular or polar (circular) patterns.
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
 ARRAYRECT |
Rectangular array (rows and columns) |
 ARRAYPOLAR |
Polar array (circular pattern around a center) |
ARRAYRECT (Rectangular Array)¶
Creates a grid of copies arranged in rows and columns with specified spacing.
Prompts¶
| Step | Prompt | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Select objects | Select entities to array |
| 2 | Enter number of columns | Number of columns (default: 4) |
| 3 | Enter number of rows | Number of rows (default: 4) |
| 4 | Specify base point | Reference point for spacing measurement |
| 5 | Specify column spacing | Distance between columns |
| 6 | Specify row spacing | Distance between rows |
How to Use¶
Command: ARRAYRECT
Select objects: (select entities, then Enter)
Enter number of columns <4>: 3
Enter number of rows <4>: 2
Specify base point: (click reference point)
Specify column spacing: 50
Specify row spacing: 30
A live preview shows the array as you move the cursor for spacing values.
Notes¶
- Column spacing is measured along the X-axis (horizontal)
- Row spacing is measured along the Y-axis (vertical)
- The source entities are replaced by the array copies
ARRAYPOLAR (Polar Array)¶
Creates copies arranged in a circular pattern around a center point.
Prompts¶
| Step | Prompt | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Select objects | Select entities to array |
| 2 | Enter total number of items | Total copies including the original (default: 4) |
| 3 | Specify center point | Center of the circular pattern |
| 4 | Specify angle | Total angle to fill (default: 360°) |
How to Use¶
Command: ARRAYPOLAR
Select objects: (select entities, then Enter)
Enter total number of items <4>: 6
Specify center point: (click center of rotation)
Specify angle <360>: (Enter for full circle, or specify angle)
A live preview shows the polar array as you move the cursor.
Notes¶
- Items are evenly distributed across the specified angle
- Full circle (360°) distributes items equally around the center
- Partial angle creates an arc pattern
- The source entities are replaced by the array copies
Examples¶
Bolt Hole Pattern (Polar)¶
Command: ARRAYPOLAR
Select objects: (select a circle)
Enter total number of items <4>: 8
Specify center point: 50,50
Specify angle <360>: (Enter) --> 8 holes equally spaced in a circle
Tile Grid (Rectangular)¶
Command: ARRAYRECT
Select objects: (select a square tile)
Enter number of columns <4>: 5
Enter number of rows <4>: 3
Specify base point: 0,0
Specify column spacing: 20
Specify row spacing: 20
Best Practices¶
| Practice | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Use ARRAYPOLAR for bolt patterns | Equal angular spacing around a center |
| Use ARRAYRECT for grids and tiles | Uniform row/column layout |
| Set precise spacing values | Consistent, measurable patterns |
| Use snap for center point | Precise polar array alignment |
Quick Reference¶
| Task | Input |
|---|---|
| Rectangular array | ARRAYRECT → select → columns → rows → base → spacing |
| Polar array | ARRAYPOLAR → select → count → center → angle |
| Full circle pattern | Set angle to 360° (default) |
| Partial arc pattern | Specify angle less than 360° |
See also: Copy Command | Move Command