Civil 3D commands and shortcuts

Here is a comprehensive list of Civil 3D commands and shortcuts that you can include in your workflow to increase productivity.

These commands are categorized into different categories for easy access.

Civil 3D Keyboard Shortcuts

These are all the standard keyboard shortcuts that you can use with Civil 3D.

1. Ctrl + N (New Drawing)

You can swiftly initiate a new drawing by pressing Ctrl + N.

2. Ctrl + O (Open)

Press Ctrl + O to open existing drawings effortlessly.

It saves you time by quickly accessing your previous work.

3. Ctrl + S (Save)

Ensure you save your current drawing by pressing Ctrl + S frequently.

It’s essential for preserving your progress and preventing data loss.

4. Ctrl + Shift + S (Save As)

Save your drawing with a new name using Ctrl + Shift + S.

This shortcut is handy when creating multiple versions of your work.

5. Ctrl + Z or U (Undo)

If you make a mistake, press Ctrl + Z or enter the command “U” to undo your last action.

This shortcut allows you to quickly correct errors without disrupting your workflow.

6. Ctrl + Y (Redo) or REDO

After undoing an action, press Ctrl + Y or enter the command “REDO” to redo it if necessary.

This shortcut helps you fine-tune your edits with ease.

7. Ctrl + A (Select All)

Quickly select all objects within your drawing by pressing Ctrl + A.

It’s a handy shortcut for performing operations on the entire drawing.

8. Ctrl + C (Copy)

When you need to duplicate selected objects, use Ctrl + C to copy them.

This shortcut simplifies the process of creating duplicates within your drawing.

9. Ctrl + V (Paste)

After copying objects, use Ctrl + V to paste them into your drawing swiftly.

It’s a convenient way to place copied elements exactly where you need them.

10. Ctrl + Shift + C (Clipboard)

Access the clipboard swiftly by pressing Ctrl + Shift + C.

This shortcut allows you to copy an object by selecting its base point.

11. Ctrl + Shift + V (Paste Clipboard)

Paste data from the clipboard into your drawing by pressing Ctrl + Shift + V.

It’s a convenient way to transfer information between documents, the pasted item will be pasted as a block.

12. Ctrl+G: Toggle Grid

Use this shortcut to toggle the grid display on and off, helping you align objects precisely on your drawing.

13. Ctrl+E: Cycle isometric planes

Quickly cycle through different isometric planes to view your drawing from various perspectives.

14. Ctrl+F: Toggle running object snaps 

Enable or disable running object snaps, which aid in accurately placing and aligning objects.

15. Ctrl+H: Toggle Pick Style

Switch between different pick styles for selecting objects, providing flexibility in your drawing workflow.