How To Divide In AutoCAD?

Dividing Objects in AutoCAD: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding how to divide objects in AutoCAD is essential for precise drafting and design work. Whether you’re splitting lines, circles, or irregular shapes, mastering the divide command can enhance your workflow. Here’s a detailed guide on how to divide different shapes within AutoCAD 2025.

Using the Divide Command

1. Select the Divide Tool:

   • Navigate to the Home tab on the ribbon.
   • Find the Draw panel, then look for the Point drop-down.
   • Choose Divide from the options.

2. Pick Your Object:

   • After selecting the Divide tool, click on the object you wish to divide. This can be a line, circle, ellipse, polyline, arc, or spline.

3. Specify Intervals:

   • Enter the number of segments you want to create along the object. Remember, the number of points placed will be one less than the number of segments specified.

4. Adjust Point Type (Optional):

   • If you want to change the appearance of the points you’ve created, use the command PTYPE.
   • Modify the style and size of your points to match the needs of your drawing.

Manual Division of Objects

For those who prefer a hands-on approach to division, manually dividing objects can be accomplished using basic geometry.

1. Measure the Object:

   • Use the measuring tools within AutoCAD to determine the total length or area of the object you are dividing.

2. Calculate Divisions:

   • Determine how many equal parts you want to divide the object into and use calculations to find the length or area of each segment.

3. Draw Division Lines:

   • Use the Line tool to draw lines or reference marks at each calculated segment point.

4. Utilize Construction Lines:

   • Consider using construction lines to visualize your divisions during the manual process.

Dividing Complex Shapes

When you need to divide more complex shapes, such as irregular areas, using coordinate formulas may be necessary.

1. Calculate Area:

   • You can use area calculation formulas or tools available in AutoCAD.

2. Draw Demarcation Lines:

   • Identify points along the perimeter of the parcel to section it off. Draw lines connecting these points based on your calculations.

3. Verify Layout:

   • Check the layout to ensure the divisions are accurate and reflect your intended design.

Dividing Circles in AutoCAD

Dividing circles involves creating points or arcs around the circumference.

1. Select the Circle:

   • Use the Divide tool as described earlier.

2. Input Number of Divisions:

   • Specify how many sections you want the circle split into, and the tool will create equidistant points or arcs along the circle.

3. Adjustments:

   • If necessary, add additional elements like dimension lines or annotations to clarify your divisions.

FAQ

1. Can I divide other geometric shapes besides lines and circles in AutoCAD?
Yes, the Divide command can be used on various shapes such as ellipses, arcs, splines, and polylines.

2. How do I change point styles after using the Divide command?
Use the command PTYPE to access the Point Style window, where you can select different styles according to your design preferences.

3. Is there a shortcut to quickly access the Divide command?
Yes, you can simply type DIVIDE in the command line to access the Divide command without navigating through the ribbon.