# HATCH Command [GstarCAD 2022](Help%20System/GSTARCAD/2022/Index.md) → [Commands](Help%20System/GSTARCAD/2022/Commands/(Commands).md) → [H](Help%20System/GSTARCAD/2022/Commands/H/(H).md) ## Function Description: This command is used to fill an enclosed region or selected objects with a hatch pattern, solid fill, or gradient fill. The Hatch and Gradient dialog box is displayed. If you enter -HATCH at the Command prompt, options are displayed. **Note**: To avoid creating a large number of hatch lines, the maximum number of hatch lines is limited in a single hatch operation. This limit can avoid some problems about memory and performance. User can use the HPMAXLINES system variable to change the maximum number. ## Command Access: > **Icon:** >  > **Menu:** Draw \> Hatch... > **Ribbon:** Home \> Draw \> Hatch > **Toolbar:** Draw \> Hatch > **Command:** HATCH > **Alias:** H **Command Prompts: /** Users can use the following ways to specify the boundaries of a hatch: - Select a point in an enclosed area. - Select objects that enclose an area. - Use -HATCH options to specify boundary points. .