How do you access the Properties palette in AutoCAD?

The Properties palette in AutoCAD is accessed by pressing Ctrl + 1. This keyboard shortcut quickly brings up the palette that displays the properties of the currently selected object, allowing users to modify attributes such as color, layer, line type, and more without navigating through other menus.

Using the Properties palette is essential for efficiently managing object properties in your drawings, enabling a streamlined workflow. The palette provides a user-friendly interface that helps in understanding all the attributes associated with selected entities and making adjustments as needed.

Other methods, such as accessing it through the View menu or using the command line, can also be valid but are not as direct or quick as the keyboard shortcut. Pressing Ctrl + 2 is associated with another tool and does not display the Properties palette. Remembering the Ctrl + 1 shortcut helps in enhancing productivity while working in AutoCAD.