From Draftsperson.net

(13 July 2001)

This tip can be used in other places then offset, but for the purpose of an example the offset command is used. If offsetting around a centerline symmetrically, type at the offset distance prompt; 500/2. Click the centerline and click on a side to offset. The centerline will be offset 250.

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