Function Entry: ENTMAKE

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Function Entry: ENTMAKE

Name

entmake

Class

Host Function

Syntax

(entmake elist)

Arguments and Values

  • elist: entity definition association list

Description

Creates a new entity from a list of dotted pairs.

Return Values

Entity definition list for the new entity, or nil on failure according to Autodesk documentation.

Side Effects

Creates an entity in the drawing database.

Affected By

  • validity of entity type and group codes
  • current database context

Exceptional Situations

Invalid definitions may fail or be erroneous depending on host behavior.

Compatibility

One of the most characteristic AutoLISP functions because it exposes CAD entities through list structure.

Availability

  • AutoCAD 2026: documented (per Autodesk reference page).
  • BricsCAD V26: presumed compatible (no contradicting page found).
  • Status: AutoCAD documented; BricsCAD presumed-both pending Phase 4 verification.