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multi-functional grip menu options
Editing options you can access from the grip menu that appears when you
hover over an object grip (not available for all object types).
multileader
A leader object that creates annotations with multiple leader lines.
named object
Describes the various types of nongraphical information, such as styles and
definitions, stored with a drawing. Named objects include linetypes, layers,
dimension styles, text styles, block definitions, layouts, views, and viewport
configurations. Named objects are stored in definition (symbol) tables.
named objects, dependent
See dependent named objects (in xrefs).
named view
A view saved for restoration later. (VIEW)
node
An object snap specification to locate points, dimension definition points,
and dimension text origins.
non-associative dimension
A dimension that does not automatically change as the associated geometry
is modified. Controlled by the DIMASSOC system variable. See also associative
dimension and exploded dimension.
noun-verb selection
Selecting an object first and then performing an operation on it rather than
entering a command first and then selecting the object.
object
One or more graphical elements, such as text, dimensions, lines, circles, or
polylines, treated as a single element for creation, manipulation, and
modification. Formerly called entity.
ObjectARX (AutoCAD Runtime Extension)
A compiled-language programming environment for developing custom
applications.
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