MOVE command in AutoCAD - Cheat Sheet & Quick Revision

Recall & Review

beginner

What is the primary purpose of the MOVE command in AutoCAD?

The MOVE command is used to change the position of selected objects by moving them from one location to another without altering their shape or size.

beginner

Which steps do you follow to use the MOVE command?

1. Select the objects to move.
2. Specify a base point.
3. Specify a second point to define the new location.
The objects move relative to the base point.

beginner

Can the MOVE command be undone if you make a mistake?

Yes, you can undo the MOVE command by using the UNDO command or pressing Ctrl+Z immediately after moving the objects.

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How does specifying a base point affect the MOVE command?

The base point acts like a handle or anchor. The objects move relative to this point, so where you pick the base point determines how the objects shift in the drawing.

beginner

Is it possible to move multiple objects at once using the MOVE command?

Yes, you can select multiple objects before starting the MOVE command, and all selected objects will move together as a group.

What is the first step when using the MOVE command?

A Select the objects to move

B Specify the base point

C Specify the second point

D Type the distance to move

You must first select the objects you want to move before specifying points.

What does the base point represent in the MOVE command?

A The new location of the objects

B The point where the command ends

C The center of the drawing

D The anchor point from which movement is measured

The base point is the anchor point used to measure how far and in which direction the objects move.

Can you move objects without changing their size using the MOVE command?

A Yes, MOVE only changes position

B No, MOVE changes size too

C Only if you hold Shift

D Only if you use a special option

The MOVE command only changes the position, not the size or shape of objects.

How do you cancel a MOVE command in progress?

A Type CANCEL

B Press Esc key

C Click Undo button

D Press Enter key

Pressing the Esc key cancels the current command in AutoCAD.

Is it possible to move objects by typing a distance and direction?

A Only with the COPY command

B No, you must click points only

C Yes, after specifying the base point

D Only in 3D mode

After selecting the base point, you can type a distance and direction to move objects precisely.

Explain how the MOVE command works in AutoCAD and the role of the base point.

Think about picking a handle to drag objects from one place to another.

Describe how you would move multiple objects together using the MOVE command.

Imagine picking up a group of items and placing them somewhere else.

Practice

1.

What does the MOVE command do in AutoCAD?

easy

A. It shifts selected objects from one location to another.

B. It copies objects without changing their position.

C. It deletes selected objects from the drawing.

D. It changes the color of selected objects.

Solution

1. Step 1: Understand the purpose of MOVE command

   The MOVE command is designed to relocate objects within the drawing space.

2. Step 2: Compare options with MOVE functionality

   Only It shifts selected objects from one location to another. describes shifting objects, which matches the MOVE command's function.

3. Final Answer:

   It shifts selected objects from one location to another. -> Option A

4. Quick Check:

   MOVE = shift objects [OK]

Hint: MOVE shifts objects; it does not copy or delete [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Confusing MOVE with COPY command
• Thinking MOVE deletes objects
• Assuming MOVE changes object properties like color

2.

Which of the following is the correct syntax to start the MOVE command in AutoCAD?

_move, move, MOVE, or mv

easy

A. _move

B. mv

C. move

D. mov

Solution

1. Step 1: Recognize AutoCAD command syntax

   AutoCAD commands often start with an underscore (_) for compatibility across languages.

2. Step 2: Identify the correct command form

   "_move" is the correct syntax to start the MOVE command universally.

3. Final Answer:

   _move -> Option A

4. Quick Check:

   Use underscore for commands: _move [OK]

Hint: Use underscore (_) before commands for universal syntax [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Typing 'mv' instead of 'move'
• Omitting underscore causing command not found
• Using incorrect abbreviations like 'mov'

3.

You select a rectangle at coordinates (2,3) and use the MOVE command with base point (2,3) and second point (5,7). What will be the new coordinates of the rectangle's lower-left corner?

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A. (2,3)

B. (3,4)

C. (7,10)

D. (5,7)

Solution

1. Step 1: Calculate the move vector

   The move vector is from base point (2,3) to second point (5,7), so vector = (5-2, 7-3) = (3,4).

2. Step 2: Apply move vector to original point

   Original lower-left corner at (2,3) plus vector (3,4) results in (2+3, 3+4) = (5,7).

3. Final Answer:

   (5,7) -> Option D

4. Quick Check:

   New point = old point + move vector = (5,7) [OK]

Hint: Add vector (second point - base point) to original coordinates [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Using base point coordinates as new location
• Adding coordinates incorrectly
• Confusing base and second points

4.

When using the MOVE command, you accidentally select the wrong base point. What is the likely result?

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A. The command cancels automatically.

B. Objects get deleted.

C. Objects move to an unexpected location.

D. The MOVE command changes object color.

Solution

1. Step 1: Understand the role of base point in MOVE

   The base point is the reference from which the move vector is calculated.

2. Step 2: Effect of wrong base point

   If the base point is wrong, the move vector is incorrect, so objects move to wrong places.

3. Final Answer:

   Objects move to an unexpected location. -> Option C

4. Quick Check:

   Wrong base point = wrong move location [OK]

Hint: Choose base point carefully to avoid wrong moves [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Expecting command to cancel on wrong base point
• Thinking objects get deleted
• Assuming color changes after move

5.

You want to move multiple objects so their center aligns exactly at point (10,10). The objects' current centers are at (4,6), (7,8), and (9,5). What base point and second point should you use for the MOVE command on each object?

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A. Base point: (10,10); Second point: (0,0)

B. Base point: object's center; Second point: (10,10)

C. Base point: (0,0); Second point: (10,10)

D. Base point: (10,10); Second point: object's center

Solution

1. Step 1: Identify how to align centers

   To move each object so its center reaches (10,10), use the object's current center as base point.

2. Step 2: Use (10,10) as second point

   The second point is the target location where you want the center to move.

3. Final Answer:

   Base point: object's center; Second point: (10,10) -> Option B

4. Quick Check:

   Move vector = (10,10) - object's center [OK]

Hint: Base point = current center; second point = target center [OK]

Common Mistakes:

• Swapping base and second points
• Using fixed base point (0,0) incorrectly
• Not moving each object individually