"SCALE" command in AutoCAD is used to: 

Explanation:

SCALE Command in AutoCAD

• The SCALE command in AutoCAD is a tool used to proportionally enlarge or reduce the size of objects in a drawing. It allows users to manipulate the size of objects while maintaining their original proportions, ensuring the integrity of their geometric relationships.
• When the SCALE command is invoked in AutoCAD, the user selects the object(s) they want to resize and specifies a base point. The base point acts as the reference or anchor for scaling. The user then provides a scaling factor:
• A scaling factor greater than 1 enlarges the object.
• A scaling factor between 0 and 1 reduces the size of the object.

The SCALE command adjusts the size of the object proportionally in all directions based on the scaling factor, maintaining the object's original shape and geometric relationships.

Step-by-Step Process:

1. Type SCALE in the command line and press Enter.
2. Select the object(s) you want to resize and press Enter.
3. Specify a base point. This point will remain fixed during the scaling operation.
4. Input the scaling factor:
   • If you want to double the size of the object, enter 2.
   • If you want to reduce the size of the object by half, enter 0.5.
5. Press Enter to complete the scaling operation.

Applications:

• Resizing architectural drawings to fit within a specific scale.
• Creating design prototypes by scaling objects up or down for visualization purposes.
• Adjusting the size of components in mechanical or civil engineering drawings to match required dimensions.
• Maintaining proportionality in designs where objects need to be resized without distortion.