Function Entry: NOT
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Function Entry: NOT
Name
not
Class
Function
Syntax
(not expr)
Arguments and Values
expr: expression
Description
Tests whether expr evaluates to nil.
Return Values
- T if the expression evaluates to nil
- nil otherwise
Side Effects
Side effects are those of evaluating expr.
Exceptional Situations
Any error arises from evaluating expr.
Examples
(not nil) => T(not 1) => nil
Compatibility
Behaviorally aligned with null in documented AutoLISP usage.
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.
Source Notes
- [not (AutoLISP)](https://help.autodesk.com/cloudhelp/2026/ESP/AutoCAD-MAC-AutoLISP-Reference/files/GUID-991AD6A0-61AA-45C9-8C27-CADF9F36BE71.htm)
- Status: documented.