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	What is the red dot icon next to AutoCAD cursor?
	AutoCAD displays a red dot (ball) next to my crosshair cursor - why? This icon (badge) indicates that a macro is being recorder with the Action recorder. You can stop recording using the ribbon Manage > Action recorder > Stop.

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CAD tip # 10768:

What is the red dot icon next to AutoCAD cursor?