How to Scale in AutoCAD | Scale to Specific Length | Scale Factor

Scaling in AutoCAD can be done using different methods, including scaling by a scale factor or scaling to a preferred length using a reference. Here's how you can do both:
Scaling by Scale Factor:
1. Select the Object: First, select the object(s) you want to scale.
2. Activate Scale Command: There are several ways to activate the Scale command:
o Type "SCALE" in the command line and press Enter.
o Click on the "Scale" icon in the Modify panel of the Home tab.
3. Specify Base Point: Choose a base point around which you want to scale. This is the point that remains fixed during scaling.
4. Specify Scale Factor: Enter the scale factor by which you want to scale the object. For example, entering 2 will double the size, while entering 0.5 will halve it.
5. Press Enter: Once you've entered the scale factor, press Enter to apply the scaling.
Scaling to Preferred Length using Reference:
1. Select the Object: Select the object(s) you want to scale.
2. Activate Scale Command: Follow the same steps as above to activate the Scale command.
3. Specify Base Point: Choose a base point for scaling.
4. Enter "R" for Reference: After specifying the base point, type "R" and press Enter. This indicates that you want to use a reference for scaling.
5. Specify First Reference Point: Click on the point on the object that you want to scale to the preferred length.
6. Enter New Length: Enter the preferred length to which you want to scale the selected object.
7. Press Enter: Once you've entered the new length, press Enter to apply the scaling.
Additional Tips:
• Always be cautious when scaling objects, especially if they contain dimensions or annotations, as scaling may affect their accuracy.
• It's a good practice to make a copy of the objects before scaling if you're unsure about the outcome.
Following these steps should help you scale objects in AutoCAD using either a scale factor or scaling to a preferred length using a reference.

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