This example creates and inserts a Block, Notes with parameters, and sketch entities that display a compass with an arrow pointing in the selected direction in a DraftSight drawing. 

1. Start DraftSight.
2. Using the following form, select the direction of the arrow and create the compass:

1. Select the direction in which to point the arrow (e.g., N, NE, E, etc.) in Direction of arrow.
2. Specify where to create the compass:

1. Select Coordinates.
2. Type x, y, and z coordinates.
3. Click Insert.
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1. Select Point in drawing.
2. Click Insert.
3. Click anywhere in the drawing to insert the compass at that point.

2. Examine the drawing.

NOTES:

• Errors are printed to Output.
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