AutoCAD 2008 User's Guide > Create and Modify Objects > Use Precision Tools > Restrict Cursor Movement > Adjust Grid and Grid Snap > 
Adjust Grid and Grid Snap
Concept Procedure Quick Reference
 
 
 

To rotate the grid and snap angle and change the base point

  1. Click Tools menu New UCS Z.At the Command prompt, enter ucs.
  2. Enter the rotation angle for the UCS.
  3. Click Tools menu New UCS Origin.At the Command prompt, enter ucs.
  4. Specify a new origin point for the UCS.
  5. Click OK.
 Command entry: UCS