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Ignore Definitions
Have the program ignore coordinate system definitions when opening
drawing files.
Prompt User To Add Definitions to Dictionaries
Have the program prompt you for action when opening drawing files that
contain coordinate system definitions.
Automatically Add Definitions To Dictionary
Specify that, when opening drawing files that contain coordinate system
definitions, the program will automatically add the coordinate system
definitions from the drawing file to your coordinate system dictionary.
Geodetic Distance
Units For Display
Specify the units to use to display geodetic distances.
Coordinate Geometry Setup dialog box
Use this dialog box to specify settings to use with the Coordinate Geometry
functions.
To set coordinate geometry options (page 234)
Click Home tab Draw panel COGO drop-down COGO Options.
Set North Direction
Direction From Y Axis
If North on your map is not on the Y axis, specify
the direction from the Y axis to North on your map. Enter a number that
represents the angular distance measured clockwise from the Y axis.
This option sets the ANGBASE system variable.
Elevation Settings
Prompt For 3D Data Input
Select this option to have AutoCAD Map
3D prompt for 3D data, such as elevation, grade, or slope. If this option is
not selected, all elevations are assumed to be 0.
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