AutoCAD 2008 User's
Guide > Create and Modify
Objects > Use Precision
Tools > Combine or Offset
Points and Coordinates >
Track to Offset Point Locations (Tracking)
You can use tracking to specify a point by offsetting vertically and horizontally from a series of temporary points.
You can use the tracking method whenever you are prompted for a point. Tracking uses the pointing device to specify a point by offsetting vertically and horizontally from a series of temporary points. When you start tracking and specify an initial reference point, the next reference point is constrained to a path that extends vertically or horizontally from that point. The direction of the offset is indicated by the rubber-band line. You change the direction of the offset by moving the cursor through the reference point. You can track as many points as you need. Typically, you use tracking in combination with object snaps or direct distance entry.
For example, you can use tracking to find the center point of a rectangle without using construction lines. Start tracking, and specify the midpoint of a horizontal line. Drag the cursor vertically and specify the midpoint of a vertical line (2). Press ENTER to accept the point (3) at the center of the rectangle.
