Comment 0 for bug 264174

I'd love to be able to use inkscape as a simple qCAD/autoCad replacement for simple things if only because inkscape allows me to add a bit of "flair" to otherwise staid CAD drawings.

For this to work, the one thing needed is a simple entry box or two that will allow me to specify line/curve points instead of having to click or use guides to do this. eg: click line tool and then enter:

   100,10

for a point at x=100, y=0 and then perhaps:

   @0,100

for a relative point at x+0 and y+100 and then

   @150<70

for a relative polar co-ordinate point to be 150mm at 70deg

I know that currently I can do this but only if I first draw the line roughly and then use the point tool to adjust them (via properties of a node).

Of course the ability to drive the entire of inkscape via a command window would be just superfluous but I dont think that this is required! ie:

   > line
   > first point[c to close, Return to end]: 100,10
   > first point[c to close, Return to end]: @0,100
   > next point[c to close, Return to end]: @150<70
   > next point[c to close, Return to end]: c
   >

Thanks

Andrew - <email address hidden>