AutoCAD Finding the Easting (E) and Northing (N) coordinates

In AutoCAD, finding the Easting (E) and Northing (N) coordinates of a point is straightforward. You can use built-in tools or create an AutoLISP routine for custom functionality. Here are the methods:

Using AutoCAD's Built-In Tools

1. ID Point Command:

   • Type ID at the command line and press Enter.
   • Click on the point in the drawing.
   • AutoCAD will display the coordinates in the command line.

2. Properties Palette:

   • Select the object or point.
   • Press Ctrl+1 to open the Properties Palette.
   • The coordinates will be displayed under the Geometry section.

3. Coordinate Display on Status Bar:

   • Move your cursor over the point of interest.
   • Look at the coordinates displayed on the status bar at the bottom of the AutoCAD window.

Using an AutoLISP Routine

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If you need to frequently obtain coordinates and want a custom solution, you can use AutoLISP as follows:

4. Load the AutoLISP File:

   • Type APPLOAD at the command line and press Enter.
   • Browse to the saved .lsp file and load it.

5. Run the Command:

   • Type COOR at the command line and press Enter.
   • Select a point in the drawing.
   • The coordinates will be displayed in the command line.

This AutoLISP routine prompts the user to select a point and then prints the Easting and Northing coordinates to the command line.