Reader Syntax Entry: Quote

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Reader Syntax Entry: Quote

Name

Quote Syntax

Class

Reader Syntax

Concrete Syntax

quoted-expression ::= "'" expression

Description

Leading apostrophe is shorthand for quote.

Acceptance Rules

  • the following expression is not evaluated

Strict/Lax Policy

  • strict and lax modes agree

Examples

  • 'A
  • '(1 2 3)

Compatibility

Stable across vendors.

Notes

This specification does not standardize backquote/comma syntax yet.

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.