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Utility Archive · 2026.03.02
[Lisp #353] CDM : Adjust Circle Distance (Horizontal/Vertical)

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1/ Command :

  • CDM



2/ Description :
This tool adjusts the distance between two selected circles to a user-specified value, moving them horizontally or vertically as needed.

  • Precise Spacing: Easily sets the exact distance (center-to-center) between two circles.

  • Symmetrical Movement: Moves both circles equally from their collective center point to achieve the target distance.

  • Automatic Centerlines: Automatically draws centerlines for the moved circles.

  • Auto-Orientation: Detects whether the circles are aligned horizontally or vertically and adjusts the movement direction accordingly.

  • Input: Requires selecting two circles and entering the desired distance.


3/ How to Use :

  1. Type cdm in the command line and press Enter.

  2. Click the First Circle (PT1).

  3. Click the Second Circle (PT2).

  4. The current distance is displayed in the command line.

  5. Enter the New Distance value (e.g., 70) and press Enter.

  6. The circles move apart (or closer) to match the new distance, and centerlines are drawn.



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