Creating a Cloud in AutoCAD 2025
To effectively create a revision cloud in AutoCAD 2025, follow these systematic steps:
- Navigate to the Home tab and locate the Draw panel. Click the Revision Cloud drop-down menu.
- After selecting it, move your cursor to the drawing area and perform a right-click to reveal further options.
- From the context menu, choose Object. You will then select a shape such as a circle, ellipse, polyline, or spline that will be transformed into your revision cloud.
- Once selected, hit Enter to maintain the current arc direction.
- Press Enter again to complete the command.
Editing a Cloud in AutoCAD 2025
To modify an existing revision cloud, adhere to the instructions below:
- Access the Home tab, navigate to the Draw panel, and select the Revision Cloud drop-down.
- Right-click in the drawing area, and then opt for Arc Length.
- Set a new minimum arc length as required.
- Define a new maximum arc length as necessary.
- Press Enter to continue with the current command or Esc to exit.
Reversing a Revision Cloud
If you need to reverse the orientation of a revision cloud, follow these steps:
- Type the command REVCLOUD and press Enter.
- Right-click on the revision cloud you wish to invert and left-click to select it.
- If the arc length does not meet expectations, repeat the previous steps.
- Finally, when prompted, type “yes” to confirm the reversal.
Understanding Revision Clouds
A revision cloud represents a series of arcs that are connected to highlight areas of change or revision within a drawing. They serve a critical role in documenting adjustments or areas needing additional notes. Before drawing, it’s advisable to determine your desired arc length and style to ensure consistency in your annotations.
When to Use a Revision Cloud
Revision clouds are intended to visually indicate sections of a project that have undergone modifications. They can be used in various views, except for 3D perspectives, and will appear in any sheet that includes the relevant view. After entering any revision details, you have the option to link a revision to one or more existing clouds.
Symbolism of Clouds on Blueprints
On blueprints, the presence of a cloud signifies areas that have experienced changes from prior iterations. The clouding method highlights only the most recent changes, whereas alternate methods might retain marks of all previous revisions, providing a comprehensive historical context for the drawings.
Creating a Revision Triangle in AutoCAD 2025
To incorporate a revision triangle accompanying your cloud:
- Open a drawing that contains an existing revision within the table.
- Locate the Revision Symbol on the Annotation toolbar or navigate through Insert > Annotations > Revision Symbol.
- In the designated revision table row, right-click and choose Revisions, then select Add Symbol.
How to Adjust the Revision Cloud in AutoCAD 2025
Adjusting a revision cloud involves changing its arc lengths to fit your needs. This can be done through the Revision Cloud options, where you can set new parameters for the arcs to either tighten or expand the curvature as desired.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I customize the style of a revision cloud?
Yes, you can adjust parameters such as arc length and overall style to meet project specifications. - Is it possible to use revision clouds in 3D drawings?
No, revision clouds can only be utilized in 2D views within AutoCAD. - How do I remove a revision cloud once it’s created?
Use the Erase command by selecting the revision cloud and confirming the deletion.
