Draw 26
LLINEStraight line segmentDraws one straight segment. Type C to close the shape.
PLPLINEConnected line/arc segments (one object)Connected line/arc as a single object. Ideal for tracing walls.
CCIRCLECircle by center + radiusCenter plus radius. Type D to switch to diameter.
AARCArc through three pointsArc through three points. Type C to pick a center instead.
RECRECTANGRectangle by two opposite cornersTwo opposite corners. Type D to enter width and height.
POLPOLYGONRegular polygon (3-1024 sides)Enter the side count, then I for inscribed or C for circumscribed.
ELELLIPSEEllipse by axis endpointsTwo axis endpoints. Type A to draw an elliptical arc.
SPLSPLINESmooth curve through fit pointsSmooth free-form curve. Great for paths and site contours.
HHATCHFill an area with a patternFills an enclosed area. Use it for sections and material hatching.
GDGRADIENTFill an area with a color gradientSmooth colour fill. Popular for presentation plans.
POPOINTSingle point objectA reference marker. Change how it looks with PDMODE.
XLXLINEInfinite construction lineInfinite construction line. Perfect for alignment work.
RAYRAYInfinite line starting at a pointInfinite line that starts at a point and runs one way.
MLMLINEMultiline (parallel lines)Draws parallel lines at once. Handy for double walls.
DODONUTFilled ring (inner + outer diameter)Inner and outer diameter. Also works as a node marker.
REVCLOUDREVCLOUDRevision cloud around changesRevision cloud. Use it to flag what changed.
SOSOLIDFilled 2D triangle/quadrilateralFilled triangle or quad. Classic use: arrowheads and masking.
3DPOLY3DPOLY3D polyline in spaceA polyline in 3D space. Good for paths and profiles.
HELIXHELIX2D/3D spiralA 2D or 3D spiral. Use it for stairs and springs.
BOBOUNDARYCreate closed polyline from an areaBuilds a closed polyline from an enclosed area. Great before measuring.
REGREGION2D enclosed region from objectsCreates a flat enclosed region. The base step for turning linework into a 3D solid.
WEWIPEOUTCover objects with a blank maskBlank mask. Makes text readable over busy linework.
SKETCHSKETCHFreehand drawingFreehand drawing, like a pencil.
DIVDIVIDESplit an object into equal segmentsSplits an object into equal parts and drops points at each one.
MEMEASUREPlace points at set intervalsPlaces points or blocks at fixed intervals along an object.
3P3DPOLY3D polylineA 3D polyline sequence.
Modify 25
EERASEDelete objectsDeletes objects. If you selected first, run the command then press Enter.
COCOPYDuplicate objectsCopies objects. Press Enter once to switch into multiple-copy mode.
MIMIRRORMirror objects across an axisMirrors objects. Answer Y to erase the original.
OOFFSETParallel copy at a distanceParallel offset. The fastest way to give walls thickness.
ARARRAYRectangular / polar / path arrayCreates arrays. A huge time-saver for placing columns.
MMOVEMove objectsMoves objects. Snapping point to point works best.
ROROTATERotate objects about a pointRotates objects. Type R to rotate by a reference angle.
SCSCALEScale objects about a pointScales objects. Type R to scale against a reference length.
SSTRETCHMove part of an objectStretches geometry. Ideal for nudging door and window openings.
LENLENGTHENChange length of objectsChanges length. Use DE to extend by a set amount.
TRTRIMTrim objects to a boundaryTrims to a boundary. Press Enter for quick mode, then click freely.
EXEXTENDExtend objects to a boundaryExtends to a boundary. In newer versions TR and EX are one command.
BRBREAKBreak an object between two pointsBreaks an object. It deletes between your two picked points.
JJOINJoin similar objects into oneJoins objects into one. Useful for closing open outlines.
CHACHAMFERBevel corners at set distancesBevels a corner. Type D to set both distances.
FFILLETRound corners with a radiusRounds a corner. Set radius with R, or type 0 to square it off.
BLENDBLENDSmooth spline blend between two objectsCreates a smooth spline transition between two objects.
XEXPLODEBreak compound objects apartExplodes a block or polyline into its parts.
ALALIGNMove + rotate + scale to alignAligns objects, combining move, rotate and scale in one step.
REVREVERSEReverse direction of lines/polylinesReverses a line or polyline direction. Matters for some workflows.
OVERKILLOVERKILLDelete duplicate/overlapping geometryRemoves duplicate and zero-length geometry. Shrinks the file.
GGROUPGroup objects as one selectable unitGroups objects so they move together without becoming a block.
UNUNGROUPUngroup a groupBreaks a group apart.
DISDISTMeasure distance between two pointsMeasures distance and also reports the X and Y deltas.
SPLITN/ASplit objects (AutoCAD 2024+)Splits an object in two at a single point.
Annotate & Dimension 29
TMTEXTMultiline text blockMulti-line text block. Best choice for paragraphs and notes.
DTTEXTSingle-line textSingle-line text. Ideal for labels.
STSTYLECreate/edit text stylesText styles live here. Font, height and width factor are set in this dialog.
DLIDIMLINEARHorizontal / vertical dimensionHorizontal or vertical dimension. The one you will use most.
DALDIMALIGNEDAligned dimension (parallel to object)Dimension that runs parallel to the object you pick.
DANDIMANGULARAngular dimensionMeasures the angle between two lines.
DRADIMRADIUSRadius dimensionDimensions the radius of an arc or circle.
DDIDIMDIAMETERDiameter dimensionDimensions the diameter of a circle or arc.
DORDIMORDINATEOrdinate (X/Y coordinate) dimensionOrdinate dimension showing an X or Y coordinate. Common on point layouts.
DBADIMBASELINEBaseline dimension from one originStacks several dimensions from one shared origin.
DCODIMCONTINUEContinue dimension from lastContinues from the last dimension, chaining them fast.
QDIMQDIMQuick dimension on many objectsSelect many objects and dimension them all at once.
DEDDIMEDITEdit dimension text/obliqueEdits dimension text. Press N to type replacement text.
DIMTEDITDIMTEDITMove dimension textRepositions dimension text without moving the dimension line.
LEQLEADERLeader with arrow + textLeader with an arrow and text. Good for callouts.
MLDMLEADERMultileader with stylesMulti-line callout with reusable styles.
TBTABLEInsert an AutoCAD tableInserts a table. Great for schedules and room lists.
DDADDEDITEdit text contentEdits text content. Double-clicking the text does the same thing.
SCALETEXTSCALETEXTScale text without moving itResizes text in place without shifting its position.
JUSTIFYTEXTJUSTIFYTEXTChange text justificationChanges the justification point while keeping text in place.
TORIENTTORIENTRotate text to be readableRotates text to the nearest readable angle.
SPELLSPELLSpell check textSpell-check the text in your drawing.
FINDFINDFind and replace textFind and replace text, including text inside blocks.
TXT2MTXTTXT2MTXTConvert single-line text to MTextConverts single-line text into a single MText object.
FIELDFIELDInsert dynamic field (area, date, etc.)Inserts a live field such as area, date or drawing name.
AREAAREAMeasure area of a regionMeasures area. Essential for room schedules.
MEASUREGEOMMEASUREGEOMMeasure distance/area/angle in one toolOne command for distance, radius, angle, area and volume.
LILISTList object dataLists object data, including length and area.
MASSPROPMASSPROPMass properties of a solidReports volume, centroid and other mass properties of a solid.
Layers 18
LALAYEROpen layer managerThe layer manager. Your main layer control panel.
LAYMCURLAYMCURSet current layer to selected object'sMakes the selected object's layer current.
LAYISOLAYISOIsolate layer of selected objectHides everything except the layer of the object you pick.
LAYUNISOLAYUNISOUndo layer isolateUndoes the last layer isolate.
LAYOFFLAYOFFTurn off layer of selected objectTurns off the layer of the selected object.
LAYONLAYONTurn all layers onTurns every layer back on.
LAYFRZLAYFRZFreeze layer of selected objectFreezes a layer. Big drawings regenerate much faster.
LAYTHWLAYTHWThaw all layersThaws all frozen layers.
LAYLCKLAYLCKLock a layerLocks a layer so you cannot edit it by accident.
LAYULKLAYULKUnlock a layerUnlocks a layer.
LAYMCHLAYMCHChange objects to another layerMoves selected objects onto another layer.
LAYMERGELAYMRGMerge layersMerges layers together. Great for cleaning a file.
LAYDELLAYDELErase all objects on a layerDeletes a layer and everything on it.
LAYWALKLAYWALKWalk through layers one by oneSteps through layers one at a time in the view.
LAYTRANSLAYTRANSLayer translator (mapping standards)Maps layers from one standard to another.
LAYERPLAYERPUndo last layer changeUndoes your last layer change.
LAYSTATELAYERSTATESave/restore layer statesSaves and restores named layer states.
CLAYERCLAYERSet current layer by nameSets the current layer from the command line.
Blocks 15
BBLOCKDefine a block from selected objectsDefines a block from selected objects. The basis for doors, windows and furniture.
IINSERTInsert a blockInserts a block. Set scale and rotation as you place it.
WWBLOCKExport objects/blocks to a new fileWrites blocks or objects to a separate file for reuse.
BEBEDITOpen block editorEdits a block. Every copy in the drawing updates at once.
REFEDITREFEDITEdit block in placeEdits a block or xref in place, in context.
ATTATTDEFDefine an attribute (variable text in block)Defines variable text that lives inside a block.
ATEATTEDITEdit attribute valuesEdits the attribute values inside blocks.
BATTMANBATTMANBlock attribute managerManages attributes across every block in the drawing.
ADCADCENTERDesignCenter (browse blocks/layers)Browse blocks, layers and styles from other drawings.
BCOUNTBCOUNTCount blocks in drawingCounts blocks in the drawing. Useful for quantity take-off.
NCOPYNCOPYCopy objects from xref/blockCopies objects from inside an xref or block into your drawing.
RENRENAMERename blocks/layers/stylesRenames blocks, layers, styles and more.
PUPURGEDelete unused objectsPurges unused blocks, layers and styles.
CLASSICINSERTCLASSICINSERTClassic insert dialogThe classic insert dialog.
XPLODEXPLODEAdvanced explode with optionsAdvanced explode with control over layer, colour and linetype.
3D & Modelling 37
EXTEXTRUDEExtrude 2D profile into 3D solidExtrudes a profile into a solid. The standard way to turn a wall into 3D.
REVREVOLVERevolve profile around an axisRevolves a profile around an axis. Use it for cups, domes and turned shapes.
LOFTLOFTLoft between cross-sectionsLofts between cross-sections. Great for goblets and organic forms.
SWEEPSWEEPSweep profile along a pathSweeps a profile along a path. Perfect for pipes and handrails.
PRESSPULLPRESSPULLPush/pull a face (Ctrl = extrude)Push or pull a face. The quickest way to model in 3D.
UNIUNIONBoolean union of solidsBoolean union. Merges two solids into one.
SUSUBTRACTBoolean subtract solidsBoolean subtract. Cuts holes and openings.
ININTERSECTBoolean intersection of solidsBoolean intersect. Keeps only the shared volume.
SLSLICESlice a solid with a planeSlices a solid with a plane.
SECSECTIONCreate a 2D section from a solidCreates a 2D section from a solid.
THICKENTHICKENThicken a surface into a solidThickens a surface into a solid.
SHELLSHELLHollow out a solidHollows out a solid and lets you set the wall thickness.
CHAMFEREDGECHAMFEREDGEBevel solid edgesBevels the edge of a 3D solid.
FILLETEDGEFILLETEDGERound solid edgesRounds the edge of a 3D solid.
3DMOVE3DMOVEMove objects in 3DMoves objects in 3D. Use the axis handles to constrain the move.
3DROTATE3DROTATERotate objects in 3D with gizmoRotates in 3D. Use the gizmo to pick the axis.
3DSCALE3DSCALEScale objects in 3DScales objects in 3D.
3DMIRRORMIRROR3DMirror objects in 3DMirrors objects across a 3D plane.
3DARRAY3DARRAY3D rectangular/polar arrayCreates a 3D array.
3DALIGN3DALIGNAlign objects in 3DAligns objects in 3D space.
3DORBIT3DORBITOrbit the 3D view freelyOrbits the view freely in 3D.
BOXBOXCreate a 3D boxCreates a 3D box.
SPHERESPHERECreate a 3D sphereCreates a 3D sphere.
CYLCYLINDERCreate a 3D cylinderCreates a cylinder. Handy for round columns.
CONECONECreate a 3D coneCreates a 3D cone.
WEWEDGECreate a 3D wedgeCreates a 3D wedge.
TORTORUSCreate a 3D torus (donut)Creates a 3D torus.
PYRPYRAMIDCreate a 3D pyramidCreates a 3D pyramid.
POLYSOLIDPOLYSOLIDPolysolid (wall-like 3D solid)Draw and get a 3D wall at the width you set.
MESHMESHCreate a 3D mesh objectCreates a 3D mesh surface.
CONVTOSOLIDCONVTOSOLIDConvert mesh/surface to solidConverts a mesh or surface into a solid.
CONVTOSURFACECONVTOSURFACEConvert objects to surfacesConverts objects into surfaces.
VSVPOINTSet 3D viewing directionSets the 3D viewing direction.
HIHIDEHide lines in 3D viewHides lines behind surfaces in a 3D view.
RENDERRENDERRender the 3D modelRenders the model photorealistically.
MATMATERIALSMaterials browserOpens the materials browser.
RCRENDERCROPRender a selected regionRenders just a region you select.
Object Snaps 16
OSOSNAPObject snap settingsObject snap settings. Toggle all snaps with F3.
ENDENDSnap to endpointSnaps to the endpoint of a line or arc.
MIDMIDSnap to midpointSnaps to the midpoint of an object.
CENCENSnap to centerSnaps to the center of a circle or arc.
GRAGRASnap to quadrantSnaps to a quadrant point.
QUAQUASnap to quadrantQuadrant points at 0, 90, 180 and 270 degrees.
INTINTSnap to intersectionSnaps to where two objects cross.
EXTEXTSnap to extension (line tracking)Extension tracking. Aligns from a line without drawing construction geometry.
INSINSSnap to insertion pointSnaps to a block or text insertion point.
PERPERSnap perpendicularSnaps perpendicular to an object.
TANTANSnap tangentSnaps tangent to arcs and circles.
NEANEASnap nearestSnaps to the nearest point on an object. Use with care.
PARPARSnap parallelSnaps parallel to an existing line. Vital on angled walls.
NODNODSnap to node (point object)Snaps to a point object.
M2PM2PSnap to midpoint between two pointsFinds the midpoint between any two points. Surprisingly useful.
TTTTTemporary track pointSets a temporary tracking point.
View & Layout 29
ZZOOMZoom the view (Window/Extents/Previous)Type W to zoom a window, E to fit the whole drawing.
PPANPan the viewPans the view. Dragging with the middle mouse button is faster.
REREGENRegenerate the drawingRegenerates the display. Fixes curves that look faceted.
REAREGENALLRegenerate all viewportsRegenerates every viewport.
RREDRAWRefresh the viewRedraws the screen.
DSDSETTINGSDrafting settings (snap/grid/polar)Drafting settings for snap, grid and polar tracking.
OPOPTIONSOptions dialogThe main options dialog. Very much worth learning.
UNUNITSDrawing units and precisionSets drawing units and display precision.
AUDITAUDITCheck drawing for errorsChecks the drawing for errors and repairs them.
RECOVERRECOVERRecover a damaged drawingRecovers a damaged drawing.
PUPURGERemove unused definitionsPurges unused definitions and shrinks the file.
TIMETIMEDrawing creation/edit timeReports time spent creating and editing the drawing.
SETVARSETVARSet a system variableSets a system variable.
QAFLAGSQAFLAGSQuick action flagsA quick-action flag that fixes odd behaviour in certain commands.
MVMVIEWCreate a layout viewportCreates a viewport on a layout.
VPORTSVPORTSManage viewportsManages viewport configurations.
MSMSPACESwitch to model space in a viewportSwitches into model space from inside a viewport.
PSPSPACESwitch to paper spaceSwitches back to paper space.
LOLAYOUTCreate/rename layoutsCreates and renames layouts.
MVSETUPMVSETUPViewport setup for layoutsSets up viewports on a layout.
VPCLIPVPCLIPClip a layout viewportClips a layout viewport to a shape.
LAYOUTWIZARDLAYOUTWIZARDLayout creation wizardWalks you through creating a new layout.
ATTSYNCATTSYNCSync block attributesSyncs block attributes with their definition.
SCALELISTEDITSCALELISTEDITEdit scale listEdits the list of available scales.
VIEWVIEWNamed views managerSaves and restores named views.
PSPACEPSPACESwitch to paper spaceSwitches to paper space.
MAXVPMAXMaximize viewportMaximises the viewport you are in.
VPORTSVPORTSViewport configurationSets up viewport configurations.
TILEMODETILEMODESwitch model/paper spaceSwitches between model and paper space.
Selection & Utility 26
DIDISTDistance between two pointsDistance plus X, Y and angle deltas.
IDIDShow coordinates of a pointShows the coordinates of a picked point.
MAMATCHPROPCopy properties to other objectsCopies properties such as layer, colour and lineweight from one object to others.
PRPROPERTIESOpen Properties paletteThe Properties palette. Ctrl+1 opens it.
CHCHANGEChange properties at command lineChanges object properties from the command line.
QSELECTQSELECTQuick select by propertySelects objects by property. Perfect for grabbing everything on a layer.
FIFILTERAdvanced object filterBuilds an advanced object filter.
MATCHPROPMATCHPROPMatch properties from one objectCopies formatting from one object to others. Same as MA.
OVERKILLOVERKILLRemove duplicate geometryRemoves duplicates and zero-length lines.
DATAEXTRACTIONDATAEXTRACTIONExtract data from blocks to tableExtracts block data into a table or spreadsheet.
CALCALBuilt-in geometry calculatorBuilt-in calculator. It accepts formulas too.
QCQUICKCALCQuick calculator paletteThe quick calculator palette.
ALIASEDITALIASEDITEdit command aliases (acad.pgp)Edits command aliases so you can invent your own shortcuts.
REINITREINITReinitialize PGP fileReloads your alias file after editing it.
SCRIPTSCRIPTRun a script fileRuns a script file of commands in sequence.
ADCENTERADCENTERDesignCenterBrowse blocks, layers and styles from other drawings.
TOOLPALETTESTOOLPALETTESTool palettesTool palettes. Drag blocks and hatches straight onto the drawing.
SHEETSETSHEETSETSheet Set ManagerManages sheet sets for a project.
SESELECTSelect objects by criteriaA selection utility.
QPQSELECTQuick selectQuick Select by property, such as layer or colour.
FSFSMODESelection cyclingCycles through overlapping objects when you click.
SELECTSIMILARSELECTSIMILARSelect similar objectsSelects similar objects across the drawing in one go.
ALLN/ASelect all objectsSelects everything. Type ALL when a command asks for a selection.
PREN/APrevious selectionReuses your previous selection. Type P when asked.
GROUPGROUPCreate an object groupCreates a selectable group of objects.
WIPEOUTWIPEOUTMask objects behindMasks the drawing behind text or details.
Hatch & Order 8
HTHATCHEDITEdit an existing hatchEdits an existing hatch, including its pattern and scale.
HFHATCHHatch fillFills an enclosed area with a pattern.
HTFHATCHHatch with patternApplies a patterned hatch fill.
GRADIENTGRADIENTGradient fillApplies a colour gradient fill.
DRAWORDERDRAWORDERChange display order of objectsSends objects forward or back. Keep hatches underneath.
HPLAYERHPLAYERSet hatch layerSets which layer hatches are created on.
HPSCALEHPSCALEHatch pattern scaleSets the hatch pattern scale.
HPMAXLINESHPMAXLINESHatch line limitSets the maximum number of hatch lines.
Xref & Underlay 13
XRXREFExternal References paletteThe External References palette.
XAXATTACHAttach an xrefAttaches an external reference to your drawing.
XCXCLIPClip an xref/image boundaryClips an xref or image to a boundary you draw.
XBXBINDBind xref symbols into drawingBinds an xref into the drawing so it travels with the file.
XOPENXOPENOpen xref source fileOpens the source file of an xref.
XREFRELOADXREFReload xrefsReloads changed xrefs.
IMAGEATTACHIMAGEATTACHAttach a raster imageAttaches a raster image. Common for site plans and scans.
IMAGECLIPIMAGECLIPClip an imageClips an attached image.
IMAGEADJUSTIMAGEADJUSTAdjust image brightness/fadeAdjusts image brightness, contrast and fade.
PDFATTACHPDFATTACHAttach a PDF underlayAttaches a PDF as an underlay you can trace over.
DWFATTACHDWFATTACHAttach a DWF underlayAttaches a DWF underlay.
PDFIMPORTPDFIMPORTConvert PDF geometry to CAD objectsConverts PDF geometry into real CAD objects. A massive time-saver. Cok ise yarar.
UCSUCSManage user coordinate systemsManages user coordinate systems.
Plot & Export 16
PLOTPLOTOpen plot dialogOpens the plot dialog. Ctrl+P does the same.
PREPREVIEWPreview a plotPreviews the plot before you print.
PSETUPINPAGESETUPPage setup managerManages page setups, plot scale and paper size.
PUBLISHPUBLISHBatch publish sheets to PDFBatch-publishes multiple sheets to PDF.
PLOTTERMANAGERPLOTTERMANAGERPlotter managerInstalls and configures plotters.
STYLESMANAGERSTYLESMANAGERPlot style manager (CTB/STB)Pen lineweights and screening for plotting.
EXPORTPDFEXPORTPDFExport to PDFExports the drawing to PDF.
DWGTJPGJPGOUTExport drawing to JPEGExports the drawing as a JPEG image.
PNGOUTPNGOUTExport drawing to PNGExports the drawing as a PNG image.
DXFOUTDXFOUTExport to DXFExports the drawing to DXF, the universal exchange format.
DXFINDXFINImport a DXF fileImports a DXF file.
SAVEASSAVEASSave with a new name/formatSaves a copy under a new name or older format.
SAVEQSAVEQuick saveSaves the drawing quickly. Ctrl+S.
ETRANSMITETRANSMITPackage drawing with its filesBundles the drawing with its fonts, xrefs and images.
DWGPROPSDWGPROPSDrawing properties/metadataEdits drawing metadata and custom properties.
PURGEPURGEPurge unused definitionsPurges unused definitions to shrink the file.
Function Keys 20
F1HELPHelpOpens help. You can remap it if you keep hitting it by accident.
F2TEXTSCRText screen (command history)The text screen with your command history. Errors show up here.
F3OSNAPToggle object snapToggles object snap on and off. The one key you will use most.
F43DOSNAPToggle 3D object snapToggles 3D object snaps.
F5ISOPLANECycle isometric planeCycles the isometric drawing plane.
F6DYNMODEToggle dynamic UCSToggles the dynamic UCS.
F7GRIDMODEToggle gridToggles the drawing grid.
F8ORTHOMODEToggle ortho (straight lines)Ortho mode. Guarantees perfectly straight horizontal and vertical lines.
F9SNAPMODEToggle snap modeToggles grid snap.
F10POLARToggle polar trackingPolar tracking. Locks to set angles such as 45 or 90 degrees.
F11OSNAPTRACKToggle object snap trackingToggles object snap tracking.
F12DYNMODEToggle dynamic inputDynamic input. Type values right next to the cursor.
Ctrl+1PROPERTIESProperties paletteOpens the Properties palette.
Ctrl+2ADCENTERDesignCenterOpens DesignCenter.
Ctrl+3TOOLPALETTESTool palettesOpens the tool palettes.
Ctrl+8QUICKCALCQuick calculatorOpens the quick calculator.
Ctrl+9COMMANDLINEToggle command lineShows or hides the command line.
Ctrl+0CLEANSCREENONToggle clean screenToggles clean screen, hiding all the palettes.
Ctrl+PPLOTPlotOpens the plot dialog.
Ctrl+SQSAVESaveSaves the drawing.
YQArch (plugin) plugin 126
SYSSystem SetupThe main YQArch settings menu. Everything else branches from here.Pick it to open the sub-menu of settings.
YQCommand PandectThe master list of every YQArch command.If you forget a YQArch command, look it up here.
TBAShow ToolbarsShows the YQArch toolbar.Use this if you prefer clicking buttons over typing commands.
TBAFHide ToolbarsHides the YQArch toolbar.Gives you a clean drawing area.
YQLANGSelect LanguageSelects the interface language. Choose English.If you hit the well-known language error, this command fixes it.
YQUNITSDefault UnitsSets the default units.Millimetres are the right choice for architectural work.
YQUSERCurrent UserSwitches between user profiles.Useful when an office has a shared layer and style standard.
YQSYSUser PreferencesSets up layers, text styles and dimension styles.This is where you configure your office standard once and forget it.
SDDrawing ScaleSets the drawing and symbol scale.Set it to 1:50, 1:100 or whatever your sheet uses.
TKDrawing FrameInserts a title-block frame from A0 down to A4.The frame arrives already set up with a title block.
YQMENUReload MenuReloads the YQArch menu.Run this if the YQArch menu disappears from AutoCAD.
YQHELPYQArch HelpOpens the YQArch help file.The official documentation, in Chinese and English.
WWDraw WallDraws walls that trim themselves automatically at every crossing.The single most-used YQArch command.
AXDraw Axis LineDraws axis lines on their own layer.YQArch works best when axes come first and walls follow.
ZXWDraw Grid AxisBuilds a simple grid of axes in one command.Lays out the entire plan's axis system at once.
XWWAxis to WallConverts lines, arcs or axes into walls.Turns linework you already have into proper walls.
WWTWall ThicknessChanges wall thickness and updates openings to match.Door and window openings resize themselves when thickness changes.
TWWall ScissorSmart wall trimming at crossings and T-junctions.The go-to command for cleaning up wall joints.
WWOWall OffsetOffsets walls by a clear distance.Draws a parallel wall at the distance you set.
WWARebuild Wall AxisDerives center axis lines from existing walls.Rebuilds the axis system from geometry.
WWFFill WallsHatches walls and columns for a section look.Standard practice for sections and presentation plans.
ZZRRectangular ColumnDraws a rectangular column and clears any wall inside it.The lowercase variant zzR works too.
ZZCO-Shape ColumnDraws a round column.For circular structural columns.
ZZLL-Shape ColumnDraws an L-shaped column.Corner columns.
ZZTT-Shape ColumnDraws a T-shaped column.Intermediate columns along a wall.
ZZXPlus ColumnDraws a cross-shaped column.Crossing or intersection columns.
ZZBZArrange ColumnsPlaces columns at every axis intersection in the area you select.You will see this in the channel's column videos.
XXZZConvert to ColumnConverts polylines, circles or solids into columns.Turns shapes you already drew into real columns.
ZZFFill ColumnsHatches columns.For sections and presentation drawings.
EWDelete Wall/ColDeletes walls, columns, doors and windows, then repairs the wall.The gap closes itself, so you don't patch it by hand.
ADOpen DoorOpens a door in a wall or axis and asks for the width.The main command for single doors.
AD2Draw a DoorDraws a door using two picked points.Use it when you want to place a door point to point.
AWOpen WindowOpens a window in a wall or axis.The main command for windows.
AW2Draw a WindowDraws a window using two picked points.Place a window point to point.
WDOpen Param WindowOpens a parametric window and lets you pick a style.Comes with a large library of window types.
WD2Draw Param WindowDraws a parametric window from two points.Nokta bazli.
TDReplace Window/DoorSwaps an existing door or window for one from the library.The fastest way to change door and window types.
TDWReplace Param WindowReplaces a window with a parametric one.Use it to update styles across a drawing.
TDDReplace Pocket DoorReplaces a door with a door-and-frame assembly.For interior door types.
ADTOpen Pocket DoorOpens a door-and-frame assembly in a wall or axis.For doors with a decorative frame.
ADT2Draw Pocket DoorDraws a door-and-frame from two points.Nokta bazli.
WDZOpen Corner WindowOpens a corner window where two walls meet.For corner glazing.
TDZReplace Corner WindowChanges the style of an existing corner window.Use it to update styles across a drawing.
HOAuto Open HoleCuts an automatic opening or passage in a wall.For openings that are not doors, such as pass-throughs.
CWChange WidthChanges door or window width and resizes the wall openings too.There is a full video about this command on the channel.
VWMove Window/DoorSlides a door or window along the wall and updates the opening.For when you need to shift an opening.
FZTurn Window/DoorFlips the swing direction of a door or window.Changes which way a door opens.
SSBMatch-ReplaceMatches door and window styles without changing sizes.A format-painter style match for openings.
XFRepair Win/Door/ColRepairs doors, windows and columns and keeps Tianzheng compatibility.Fixes blocks that have drifted or broken.
VXMove and FixMoves objects and repairs doors, windows, columns and level symbols.Great for batch cleanups before issuing a drawing.
CXCopy and FixCopies and repairs in one step.For duplicating many openings at once.
RRXMirror and FixMirrors and repairs at the same time.Very useful on mirrored or symmetrical plans.
WBHWindow Serial NumberManages door and window numbering.Numbers your openings automatically.
XWDLines to WindowsConverts linework into windows.Turns existing lines into proper window objects.
MKXDoorsill ManagerManages window sills.For sill details.
MDXDoor Opening ManagerManages door openings and reveals.For door detail work.
GJIndex of ComponentsThe index of every component library in YQArch.Lists every available component you can drop in.
LTFEscalator Plan/ElevDraws an escalator in plan or elevation.Common on shopping centre projects.
LTJPlan of StaircaseGenerates a staircase in plan.Stairs from two picked points.
ITAArc StaircaseDraws a curved or spiral staircase.For winder and curved stairs.
DTJPlan of ElevatorDraws an elevator or lift shaft in plan.Includes the lift symbol and shaft.
ADEDoor ElevationDraws a door elevation.For facade and elevation sheets.
ADSDoor SectionDraws a door section.For detail sections.
WDEWindow ElevationDraws a window elevation.For facade and elevation sheets.
WDSWindow SectionDraws a window section.For detail work.
WTSBay Window SectionDraws a bay window section.For bay window details.
BYShutter Elev/SectionDraws shutter elevations and sections.For external facade drawings.
MBLCurtain Wall GlassDraws curtain wall glazing.For contemporary facades.
WDDLines to Window ElevConverts linework into a window elevation.Speeds up elevation production.
MQElev Curtain WallDraws a curtain wall elevation.For facade drawings.
MQSPartition SectionDraws a partition wall section.Common in interior detailing.
LGBanister ElevationDraws a handrail or balustrade elevation.For balustrade details.
LTPStaircase SectionDraws a staircase section.Kesit detayi.
LXTBSteps SectionDraws a step or tread section.For detail work.
FSCWaterproof SectionDraws a waterproofing section.For detail work.
FNStucco SectionDraws a render or plaster section.For wall build-up details.
ZSIndex of DecorsThe index of decoration components.Lists every furniture library available.
IJAuto Arrange FurnitureAuto-arranges furniture in a room.It adapts to the room type you pick.
YGPlan of ChestDraws a chest or cabinet in plan.For bedroom layouts.
WCArrange WC/ShowerPlaces WC, shower and bathroom fittings.For wet rooms.
CLPPlan of CurtainDraws curtains in plan.For window treatments.
SGXPlaster String PlanDraws cornice or plaster moulding in plan.For ceiling details.
GZPlan of CupboardDraws cupboards in plan.For kitchens and storage.
GZEElevation of CupboardDraws a cupboard elevation.Cephe.
STBStone Tile SectionDraws a stone or tile section.For floor build-up details.
MFWooden Frame SectionDraws a timber frame section.For detail work.
CBZBoards ArrayDraws a board or brick coursing array.For masonry patterns.
MGBBlockboard SectionDraws a blockboard section.For detail work.
JBPlywood SectionDraws a plywood section.For detail work.
MDBWood Flooring SectionDraws a wood flooring section.Zemin.
BLGlass SectionDraws a glazing section.For detail work.
SGBGypsum Board SectionDraws a plasterboard section.For partition build-ups.
THDCLight Trough SectionDraws a light trough or cove section.For ceiling details.
XGFormed Steel SectionDraws a formed steel section.For metalwork details.
BWMCotton InsulationDraws insulation.For insulation build-ups.
HFWelding LineDraws a welding line.For metalwork details.
RGDraw HoseDraws a hose or flexible run.For services routing.
GXDraw PipeDraws a pipe run.For mechanical layouts.
TTTText ContentText content tools.For bulk text operations.
TTTTText ModifyText modification tools.The text editor panel.
DDDDimension DrawDimensioning tools, the YQArch version.Smarter dimensioning than the built-in commands.
DDDDDimension ModifyDimension editing tools.For fixing dimension issues in bulk.
CCCCheck and CorrectDrawing check and correction tools.Finds and fixes drawing errors.
BBBBlock ToolsBlock tools.For managing blocks and their attributes.
HHHHatching ToolHatch tools.Helpers for hatch creation and editing.
LLLLayer ToolLayer tools.For bulk layer operations.
VVVViewpoint ToolViewpoint tools.For setting up views.
SSSMatching BrushA match brush that copies properties.A more powerful take on AutoCAD's MATCHPROP.
QQQOther ToolsOther tools.An extra panel of miscellaneous tools.
EEEExtra ToolExtra tools.Additional helper commands.
EEEEModify PlusAdvanced modification tools.Beefed-up editing options.
XXXCurve ToolsCurve tools.For arc and curve operations.
MCBWin/Door ListGenerates a door and window schedule with quantities.Extremely valuable for take-off and pricing.
BBLBlock ListProduces a block list with counts.For block quantities.
SXLBlock Attr ListExtracts a list of block attributes.For pulling data out of a drawing.
ZBCollect CoordinatesCollects coordinates from picked points.Useful for setting-out data.
TTQCollect Any StringsCollects strings of text.For gathering text values.
ZCAccumulate PerimeterSums up perimeters.For quantity take-off.
ZLCalculate WeightCalculates material weight.For material scheduling.
WMJArea/PerimeterCalculates area, perimeter and wall area.Built for take-off work.
ABHAuto NumberingAutomatic numbering.For labelling items in sequence.
T2EText to Cell EditorOpens a cell editor built from text.For converting text into tables.
ZBGText to TableConverts text into a table.For scheduling.
VVNumber Row ManagerNumbers rows or points.For marking up drawings.
DJPlan Lighting LayoutLays out lighting.For electrical plans.
LMIndoor Elevation FrameBuilds an interior elevation frame.For interior presentation sheets.
No command matches that. Try trim, wall or column.