Add Point on Line/Curve Tool

What it Does

Adds a point on a line or curve, a set distance from one of its ends. The distance is measured along the line or curve itself, following any bends.

Use this when you want a point part of the way along a line or curve, such as a notch position or the spot where a dart begins.

The point starts in the middle. You choose which end to measure from and type the distance from that end.

How to Use

1. Activate the tool by clicking the Add Point on Line/Curve icon
2. Select the line or curve, then select Continue
3. Choose the end to measure from. The two ends are shown in color, blue and green, and each choice shows the name of its point. The blue end is chosen to start with
4. Enter the distance from that end, in the unit shown. The box starts at half the length of the line or curve
5. Select Preview to see the point
6. Enter a name in the Name box
7. Select Save to add the point only, or select Save & Split to also cut the line or curve in two at the new point
8. Select Cancel instead if you want to leave without adding anything

info

You can type a number or a formula for the distance. It cannot be negative. If the distance is longer than the line or curve, a message asks you to enter a shorter one.

tip

To measure from the other end, choose that end in step 3, then select Preview again.

warning

Curves that are split become polylines without curve points. You will not be able to change the curve shape after splitting.

🧠Memorization

When you memorize a draft, the point is remembered. If you used Save & Split, the split is remembered too.