how to specify a location before creating an object (line) in 3dmax ?

skydoll

Is there an option in max (2017) to specify a location before creating the object (line) ?
eg I would like to create a line with a z-offset of 10. so i can see my line above other objects in the top view. 
Usually a transparent plane in combination with autogrid works but that is cumbersome, hiding and unhiding to select hindered objects 
(@_@)

coven

You could create a grid and offset it, and then set it to active.

skydoll

Thanks @coven that works perfectly!