Copy

Alias: C O

Copies selected objects to one or more new locations.

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Description

The Copy command creates one or more duplicate copies of selected objects at a specified displacement. Objects can be selected before or after starting the command. Multiple copies can be placed by continuing to pick destination points.

Workflow

Select-first method (recommended):

1. Select the objects you want to copy.

2. Type C O and press Space or Enter.

3. Specify base point: Click a reference point on or near the selection.

4. Specify destination point: Click where the copy should be placed.

5. Continue clicking to place additional copies, or press Enter to end.

Command-first method:

1. Type C O and press Space or Enter.

2. Select objects: Click objects to select them, then press Enter.

3. Specify base point: Click a reference point.

4. Specify destination point(s): Click each destination, then press Enter to finish.

Tips

• Use object snap to align copies precisely with existing geometry.

• Type a relative displacement (e.g. @50,0) to copy objects at an exact offset.

• To copy to the clipboard for use across drawings, use Ctrl+C / Ctrl+V.

See Also

Move | Rotate