MoveSelection

Created: October 11, 2018 | Updated: October 12, 2018 | Applies to versions: 18.1, 19.0, 19.1, 20.0, 20.1 and 20.2

The following pre-packaged resources, derived from this base command, are available:

Applied Parameters: None

Summary

This command is used to move a selected objects(s) to a desired location in a Draftsman document.

Access

In a Draftsman document (*.PCBDwf), select the object(s) to move, press the M shortcut key to open the Move pop-up menu, then choose Move Selection.

Use

After launching the command, drag the selected object(s) to the desired location using the mouse. Once the object(s) are in the desired location, release the mouse button.

Tips

Ensure one or more objects to be moved are selected prior to running the command.

Move Selection By XY

Applied Parameters: ShowDialog=true

Summary

This command is used to offset the current selection of objects by a precise amount in X and/or Y directions in a Draftsman document.

Access

In a Draftsman document (*.PCBDwf), select the object(s) to move, press the M shortcut key to open the Move pop-up menu, then choose Move Selection by X,Y.

Use

After launching the command, The Get X / Y Offsets dialog opens. Use the dialog to specify the distance by which the selection(s) should be moved along the horizontal (X) axis or vertical (Y) axis.

Tips

Ensure one or more objects to be moved are selected prior to running the command.