The Hatch command creates hatch patterns within closed geometries for sectioning, material indication, or visual emphasis. Multiple pattern types and control options are available.
🔹 How to Use
- Activate the command: Select Hatch tool from the toolbar.
- Configure settings: Set angle, spacing, and style (Diagonal, Cross, Solid, or Pattern).
- Choose pattern: If using Pattern style, select from approximately 100 available patterns.
- Select area: Either select closed objects or pick points inside areas to hatch.
- Apply hatch: Hatch pattern is created within the specified boundaries.
🔹 Hatch Settings
- Angle: Direction of the hatch lines.
- Spacing: Distance between hatch lines.
- Style: Diagonal, Cross, Solid, or Pattern options.
- Pattern: Choose from 100+ predefined patterns.
🧠Tips
- Sectioning standard: Use appropriate patterns for different materials in technical drawings.
- Closed boundaries: Ensure areas are completely closed for proper hatching.
- Pattern library: Extensive pattern library covers most standard hatching needs.
- Pick points method: Use when selecting closed objects is difficult.