How To Draw Arrow In AutoCAD 2013?

Drawing an Arrow in AutoCAD 2025

Creating arrows in AutoCAD can enhance the clarity of your drawings. Here are step-by-step instructions for drawing arrows in AutoCAD 2025.

Using the Leader Tool

1. Access the Leader Tool:

   • Navigate to the Home tab on the ribbon.
   • Click on the Annotation panel.
   • Select Leader from the available options.

2. Define the Arrow Position:

   • Click in the drawing area to place the first point of the leader line where you want the arrow base to begin.

3. Create the Leader Line:

   • Drag the cursor to extend the line to the desired length and click again to define the endpoint of the leader line.

4. Add the Arrowhead:

   • The arrowhead will automatically appear at the end of the leader line you just created. You can customize the arrowhead style by adjusting properties in the dimension style manager.

Adding Arrowheads to Lines

1. Select Line Tools:

   • Go to the Home tab, and in the Draw panel, select the Line tool.

2. Draw the Line:

   • Click in the drawing area to set the starting point of your line.
   • Move the cursor to your desired endpoint and click again.

3. Modify Line Properties:

   • After drawing the line, select it. Right-click and choose Properties to open the properties palette.

4. Configure Arrowheads:

   • Locate the section for Arrowheads. You can select different arrowhead styles for both ends of the line if needed.

Drawing Curved Arrows

1. Access the Arc Tool:

   • Select the Home tab, and in the Draw panel, open the Arc drop-down menu.

2. Specify Points for the Arc:

   • Choose one of the arc drawing methods, such as Start, Center, End or Start, End, Radius. Click to set the start point of your arc.

3. Define the Center Point:

   • Click to specify the center point of the arc, then click again to set the endpoint.

4. Finalize the Arc:

   • Adjust the arc parameters as required. This will produce a curved shape that can serve as an arrow.

Customizing Arrow Size

1. Open Dimension Style:

   • Click on the Home tab and navigate to the Annotation panel. Click on Dimension Style.

2. Modify the Current Style:

   • In the Dimension Style Manager window, select the style you wish to modify and click Modify.

3. Adjust Arrow Size:

   • Navigate to the Symbols and Arrows tab. Here you can change the size of the arrow to suit your preferences.

Changing Arrow Color

1. Select Objects:

   • Click on the arrow or leader lines whose color you want to alter.

2. Open Properties:

   • Right-click on the selected object and choose Properties to open the properties palette.

3. Select Color:

   • Find the Color section in the properties palette, click on the dropdown, and choose your preferred color.

FAQs

How do I insert a predefined arrow style in AutoCAD?
To insert a predefined arrow style, go to the Dimension Style Manager, select your current style, and then navigate to the Symbols and Arrows tab. From there, you can choose a predefined arrowhead from the dropdown list.

Can I change the thickness of an arrow line in AutoCAD?
Yes, you can change the line thickness of an arrow by selecting the arrow, right-clicking to access the properties, and adjusting the line type and weight settings.

What if my arrow doesn’t appear after drawing?
If your arrow isn’t visible, ensure that the layer on which it is drawn is turned on and not frozen. Additionally, verify the line color and thickness settings to ensure they aren’t set to invisible values.