The document provides tips and tricks for the updated user interface in AutoCAD 2013. Key points include:
- The welcome screen provides easy access to files, learning tools, and online content.
- The command line has been enhanced with control over color and transparency.
- AutoComplete saves time by automatically completing command entries.
- In-canvas controls make it easier than ever to set up and modify viewports and visual styles directly from the drawing window.
- Autodesk Content Explorer allows fast searching of files for blocks, attributes, and other content.
- AutoCAD 2012 includes many new features to improve productivity including enhanced object selection tools, improved editing tools with multifunctional grips, associative arrays, transparency controls, and hatching and gradient enhancements.
- The user interface has been improved with an updated ribbon, easier viewport controls, expanded auto-complete functionality, and a redesigned navigation bar.
- Additional helpful timesavers include improved external reference handling, better text formatting options, and the ability to create and manipulate splines.
The document provides tips and tricks for using the AutoCAD command line more efficiently. Some key enhancements include making the command line transparent, dockable, and customizable. Users can now search command history, insert blocks and other content directly from the command line. AutoCAD also offers improved auto-complete, auto-correct, and synonym suggestions to help users enter commands correctly.
The document provides tips and tricks for using the enhanced command line, selection tools, and other productivity improvements in AutoCAD 2015. Key enhancements include improved autocomplete and synonym suggestions in the command line, easier selection of objects with thickened highlighting, command previews for modifying commands, and new file tabs for easily switching between open drawings. The document also summarizes new features for working with point clouds, using geographic locations in drawings, and improved annotation tools.
This document provides an overview of computer-aided design (CAD) software and the basics of using AutoCAD. It discusses what CAD is, the benefits of using CAD like accuracy and productivity. It then describes the main parts of the AutoCAD interface and basic drawing tools. The document outlines how to set up a drawing by choosing units, scale, and limits. It provides step-by-step instructions for basic drawing techniques like drawing a box using lines and offsets. It also covers modifying drawings using commands like trim, extend, and fillet. Finally, it discusses strategies for laying out a basic floor plan and dividing it into sections. In summary, the document serves as an introduction to the CAD software AutoCAD and provides found
This document provides shortcuts for various AutoCAD commands organized into categories like blocks, common commands, control keys, and more. It includes 3 or fewer letter shortcuts for commands to quickly access tools for inserting blocks, dimensions, modifying objects, and other drafting tasks. Tips are also provided at the end for using blocks and other functions.
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The document provides tips and tricks for using the updated user interface in Autodesk AutoCAD 2016. Some key improvements include an easier to use start tab for accessing recent files and learning resources, enhanced selection tools with object highlighting, improved graphics performance with options for high quality geometry and line smoothing, and increased productivity with tools like revision clouds, hyperlinks, and section planes that now work for point clouds. The document offers advice on customizing interface elements and provides keyboard shortcuts and system variables to configure settings.
The document discusses AutoCAD 2021 and provides instructions for its use. It begins with an introduction to AutoCAD as 2D and 3D modeling software developed by Autodesk. It then covers AutoCAD's screen and interface, coordinate systems, toolbars, basic 2D commands, dimensions, 3D modeling commands like extrude and presspull, and benefits such as accurate drawing and easy editing. The document serves as a tutorial for using AutoCAD's various functions.
- AutoCAD 2012 includes many new features to improve productivity including enhanced object selection tools, improved editing tools with multifunctional grips, associative arrays, transparency controls, and hatching and gradient enhancements.
- The user interface has been improved with an updated ribbon, easier viewport controls, expanded auto-complete functionality, and a redesigned navigation bar.
- Additional helpful timesavers include improved external reference handling, better text formatting options, and the ability to create and manipulate splines.
The document provides tips and tricks for using the AutoCAD command line more efficiently. Some key enhancements include making the command line transparent, dockable, and customizable. Users can now search command history, insert blocks and other content directly from the command line. AutoCAD also offers improved auto-complete, auto-correct, and synonym suggestions to help users enter commands correctly.
The document provides tips and tricks for using the enhanced command line, selection tools, and other productivity improvements in AutoCAD 2015. Key enhancements include improved autocomplete and synonym suggestions in the command line, easier selection of objects with thickened highlighting, command previews for modifying commands, and new file tabs for easily switching between open drawings. The document also summarizes new features for working with point clouds, using geographic locations in drawings, and improved annotation tools.
This document provides an overview of computer-aided design (CAD) software and the basics of using AutoCAD. It discusses what CAD is, the benefits of using CAD like accuracy and productivity. It then describes the main parts of the AutoCAD interface and basic drawing tools. The document outlines how to set up a drawing by choosing units, scale, and limits. It provides step-by-step instructions for basic drawing techniques like drawing a box using lines and offsets. It also covers modifying drawings using commands like trim, extend, and fillet. Finally, it discusses strategies for laying out a basic floor plan and dividing it into sections. In summary, the document serves as an introduction to the CAD software AutoCAD and provides found
This document provides shortcuts for various AutoCAD commands organized into categories like blocks, common commands, control keys, and more. It includes 3 or fewer letter shortcuts for commands to quickly access tools for inserting blocks, dimensions, modifying objects, and other drafting tasks. Tips are also provided at the end for using blocks and other functions.
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The document provides tips and tricks for using the updated user interface in Autodesk AutoCAD 2016. Some key improvements include an easier to use start tab for accessing recent files and learning resources, enhanced selection tools with object highlighting, improved graphics performance with options for high quality geometry and line smoothing, and increased productivity with tools like revision clouds, hyperlinks, and section planes that now work for point clouds. The document offers advice on customizing interface elements and provides keyboard shortcuts and system variables to configure settings.
The document discusses AutoCAD 2021 and provides instructions for its use. It begins with an introduction to AutoCAD as 2D and 3D modeling software developed by Autodesk. It then covers AutoCAD's screen and interface, coordinate systems, toolbars, basic 2D commands, dimensions, 3D modeling commands like extrude and presspull, and benefits such as accurate drawing and easy editing. The document serves as a tutorial for using AutoCAD's various functions.
This document provides keyboard shortcuts for various commands and functions in AutoCAD. It lists one-key shortcuts organized by function keys across the top of the keyboard. It also lists hot keys organized alphabetically from A to Z, with a brief description of each command. General features, drawing modes, screen management, workflow management, and drawing management shortcuts are also outlined.
This document provides an overview of AutoCAD training. It defines AutoCAD as CAD software for 2D and 3D design. It describes drafting settings like object snaps and layers. It outlines common commands like modify, zoom, and benefits of using AutoCAD like creating designs quickly and easily modifying them with accuracy. Drafting tools are also explained, along with layer properties and examples of commands like copy, mirror, offset, array, move, rotate, scale, and explode.
The document provides an introduction to using AutoCAD 2007 to create basic 2D drawings. It discusses starting up AutoCAD, setting up drawing units and limits, and using commands like LINE, ERASE, and GRID to create and modify simple geometric shapes. The tutorial emphasizes using the on-screen interface over keyboard commands. It aims to help users learn fundamental CAD concepts and skills for constructing 2D designs.
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AutoCAD is a computer-aided drawing application used for creating blue-prints for buildings, Create a bridges and computer chips. CAD is mainly used by draftsman, although engineer, surveyors and architecture, may need to use the software application.
This document provides an overview of AutoCAD for a high school class. It covers basic commands, saving, printing and key sequences. It discusses layers, their purpose for organizing a drawing, and how to manage layers. It also covers drafting settings like grids and object snaps. Modifying tools like erase, copy, and mirror are introduced. The document demonstrates array, move, rotate, scale and lengthen commands. It explains trimming, extending, breaking, chamfering and filling lines. It concludes with an overview of the zoom command toolbar.
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This document provides an introduction to basic functions in AutoCAD, including how to start a new drawing, save files, adjust the workspace, work with layers, insert external references, draw basic shapes like lines and circles, edit objects using grips, add hatches, and type text. It explains how to customize settings like snapping points and introduces fundamental concepts and tools in AutoCAD's interface.
This document provides a training summary on AutoCAD. It begins with an introduction to AutoCAD, including what it is, who developed it, and its uses. It then covers the different versions of AutoCAD over time. The main content sections include explanations and exercises on how to get started with AutoCAD, how to draw basic shapes and edit objects, set up drawings, add dimensions, change object properties like color and line weight, and work with layers. Trainees are guided through hands-on practice with the various drawing, editing and formatting tools in AutoCAD.
AutoCAD is a popular CAD software used by engineers, architects, and designers for 2D and 3D design and drafting. It was first released in 1982 and is developed and sold by Autodesk. AutoCAD allows users to design technical drawings using tools for drawing lines, circles, arcs, and other shapes. It also has tools for editing, moving, copying, and dimensioning drawings. Key features include layers for organizing drawings, blocks for reusing design components, and support for 2D and 3D modeling. AutoCAD remains the most widely used CAD software due to its powerful tools and versatility across industries.
The document provides an introduction to AutoCAD, a computer-aided drafting software. It describes AutoCAD as a program used to create precise 2D and 3D drawings for construction and manufacturing. It then discusses the different types of drafters that use AutoCAD, including mechanical, architectural, electrical, and civil drafters. Finally, it provides an overview of the AutoCAD interface and basic tools, how to install AutoCAD, and how to create a simple drawing using basic commands like drawing a horizontal line.
This document lists AutoCAD keyboard shortcuts organized by function. Shortcuts include commands for selecting objects, copying and pasting, toggling snap and grid modes, opening palettes and managers, and executing common commands like zoom, pan, and save. Many shortcuts open command options without a dialog box when preceded by a dash.
This document provides an overview of AutoCAD and introduces its main features and tools. It discusses how to install and open AutoCAD, describes the basic user interface including menus, toolbars and command line. It also explains how to construct and modify drawings using tools like lines, circles, text, hatches, and modify tools like move, copy, erase. Layers and common mistakes are also covered. Support resources are listed such as lecture notes, exercises and afternoon classes to help students learn AutoCAD.
QCAD is open source 2D CAD software that can be used to create technical drawings. It features layers, blocks, over 40 drawing tools, and printing capabilities. Basic concepts in CAD include entities, layers, and blocks. Layers allow organization of drawings and blocks allow grouping entities that can be reused across drawings.
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The document provides an introduction to drawing and modifying objects in AutoCAD. It discusses how to start and save a drawing, control views, set units and limits, and use different coordinate systems. It also explains how to draw basic objects like lines, polylines, arcs, circles, and polygons. In addition, it covers modifying objects using commands like offset, array, extend, trim, fillet, chamfer, and lenghten. Dimensioning, text, and hatching tools are also introduced.
This document provides an overview of the 3D modeling interface and tools in AutoCAD. It describes how to set up the 3D modeling workspace and viewports, visualize 3D models using techniques like hiding lines and adjusting visual styles, work with the z-axis and user coordinate system, and create basic 3D objects. The tutorial is divided into chapters that cover these essential 3D modeling concepts and commands.
Importance of communication skills
1. Goals of communication skills
2. college life
3. Personal life
4. professional life
5. Ways to improve communication skills
6. Conclusion
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A good engineer should possess the following qualities: strong analytical skills to continually examine things and find ways to improve them; meticulous attention to detail since small errors can cause failures; excellent communication skills to explain technical concepts to others; ongoing learning to stay up-to-date in a rapidly changing field; creativity to develop innovative solutions; logical thinking abilities to understand complex systems; strong math skills for calculations; problem solving skills to address issues quickly; teamwork skills as engineering projects require collaboration; and extensive technical knowledge of common engineering tools and programs.
This document provides keyboard shortcuts for various commands and functions in AutoCAD. It lists one-key shortcuts organized by function keys across the top of the keyboard. It also lists hot keys organized alphabetically from A to Z, with a brief description of each command. General features, drawing modes, screen management, workflow management, and drawing management shortcuts are also outlined.
This document provides an overview of AutoCAD training. It defines AutoCAD as CAD software for 2D and 3D design. It describes drafting settings like object snaps and layers. It outlines common commands like modify, zoom, and benefits of using AutoCAD like creating designs quickly and easily modifying them with accuracy. Drafting tools are also explained, along with layer properties and examples of commands like copy, mirror, offset, array, move, rotate, scale, and explode.
The document provides an introduction to using AutoCAD 2007 to create basic 2D drawings. It discusses starting up AutoCAD, setting up drawing units and limits, and using commands like LINE, ERASE, and GRID to create and modify simple geometric shapes. The tutorial emphasizes using the on-screen interface over keyboard commands. It aims to help users learn fundamental CAD concepts and skills for constructing 2D designs.
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AutoCAD is a computer-aided drawing application used for creating blue-prints for buildings, Create a bridges and computer chips. CAD is mainly used by draftsman, although engineer, surveyors and architecture, may need to use the software application.
This document provides an overview of AutoCAD for a high school class. It covers basic commands, saving, printing and key sequences. It discusses layers, their purpose for organizing a drawing, and how to manage layers. It also covers drafting settings like grids and object snaps. Modifying tools like erase, copy, and mirror are introduced. The document demonstrates array, move, rotate, scale and lengthen commands. It explains trimming, extending, breaking, chamfering and filling lines. It concludes with an overview of the zoom command toolbar.
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This document provides an introduction to basic functions in AutoCAD, including how to start a new drawing, save files, adjust the workspace, work with layers, insert external references, draw basic shapes like lines and circles, edit objects using grips, add hatches, and type text. It explains how to customize settings like snapping points and introduces fundamental concepts and tools in AutoCAD's interface.
This document provides a training summary on AutoCAD. It begins with an introduction to AutoCAD, including what it is, who developed it, and its uses. It then covers the different versions of AutoCAD over time. The main content sections include explanations and exercises on how to get started with AutoCAD, how to draw basic shapes and edit objects, set up drawings, add dimensions, change object properties like color and line weight, and work with layers. Trainees are guided through hands-on practice with the various drawing, editing and formatting tools in AutoCAD.
AutoCAD is a popular CAD software used by engineers, architects, and designers for 2D and 3D design and drafting. It was first released in 1982 and is developed and sold by Autodesk. AutoCAD allows users to design technical drawings using tools for drawing lines, circles, arcs, and other shapes. It also has tools for editing, moving, copying, and dimensioning drawings. Key features include layers for organizing drawings, blocks for reusing design components, and support for 2D and 3D modeling. AutoCAD remains the most widely used CAD software due to its powerful tools and versatility across industries.
The document provides an introduction to AutoCAD, a computer-aided drafting software. It describes AutoCAD as a program used to create precise 2D and 3D drawings for construction and manufacturing. It then discusses the different types of drafters that use AutoCAD, including mechanical, architectural, electrical, and civil drafters. Finally, it provides an overview of the AutoCAD interface and basic tools, how to install AutoCAD, and how to create a simple drawing using basic commands like drawing a horizontal line.
This document lists AutoCAD keyboard shortcuts organized by function. Shortcuts include commands for selecting objects, copying and pasting, toggling snap and grid modes, opening palettes and managers, and executing common commands like zoom, pan, and save. Many shortcuts open command options without a dialog box when preceded by a dash.
This document provides an overview of AutoCAD and introduces its main features and tools. It discusses how to install and open AutoCAD, describes the basic user interface including menus, toolbars and command line. It also explains how to construct and modify drawings using tools like lines, circles, text, hatches, and modify tools like move, copy, erase. Layers and common mistakes are also covered. Support resources are listed such as lecture notes, exercises and afternoon classes to help students learn AutoCAD.
QCAD is open source 2D CAD software that can be used to create technical drawings. It features layers, blocks, over 40 drawing tools, and printing capabilities. Basic concepts in CAD include entities, layers, and blocks. Layers allow organization of drawings and blocks allow grouping entities that can be reused across drawings.
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The document provides an introduction to drawing and modifying objects in AutoCAD. It discusses how to start and save a drawing, control views, set units and limits, and use different coordinate systems. It also explains how to draw basic objects like lines, polylines, arcs, circles, and polygons. In addition, it covers modifying objects using commands like offset, array, extend, trim, fillet, chamfer, and lenghten. Dimensioning, text, and hatching tools are also introduced.
This document provides an overview of the 3D modeling interface and tools in AutoCAD. It describes how to set up the 3D modeling workspace and viewports, visualize 3D models using techniques like hiding lines and adjusting visual styles, work with the z-axis and user coordinate system, and create basic 3D objects. The tutorial is divided into chapters that cover these essential 3D modeling concepts and commands.
Importance of communication skills
1. Goals of communication skills
2. college life
3. Personal life
4. professional life
5. Ways to improve communication skills
6. Conclusion
What Qualities Should A Good Engineer HaveAhsan aman
A good engineer should possess the following qualities: strong analytical skills to continually examine things and find ways to improve them; meticulous attention to detail since small errors can cause failures; excellent communication skills to explain technical concepts to others; ongoing learning to stay up-to-date in a rapidly changing field; creativity to develop innovative solutions; logical thinking abilities to understand complex systems; strong math skills for calculations; problem solving skills to address issues quickly; teamwork skills as engineering projects require collaboration; and extensive technical knowledge of common engineering tools and programs.
This document provides an overview of the CIV1900/1901 module, which covers drawing skills, computer programming, and a group project over semesters 1 and 2. In semester 1 weeks 1-6, students will learn hand drawing and AutoCAD, with lectures, skill sessions, and a design project. Monday mornings involve lectures on drawing techniques, and Monday afternoons involve AutoCAD exercises. There are also assessments on drawing exercises, AutoCAD tutorials, and an introduction quiz. The module aims to teach students design skills and communication through visual and oral means, as well as precision in hand drawing and computer aided drawing.
AutoCAD is CAD software developed by Autodesk to allow for 2D and 3D modeling and drafting. It has been in use since 1982 and has evolved through numerous versions. The latest versions have new features like apps integration and support for Windows 8. AutoCAD is widely used in industries for drafting and design work as it enhances productivity. Career options using AutoCAD skills include drafting professional, CAD engineer, and architecture design.
Engineering involves applying scientific and mathematical principles to solve problems through design and construction. It uses the engineering design process which consists of 8 steps: identifying the problem, researching the problem, developing solutions, selecting the best solution, constructing a prototype, testing and evaluating solutions, communicating solutions, and redesigning if needed. There are many fields of engineering including aerospace, biomedical, civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering. Engineers design and develop new products, use science and math principles, conduct tests, create and build things, and solve problems.
This document presents an outline for a presentation on AutoCAD 2013. It will cover the introduction to AutoCAD including its history and latest version. It will demonstrate the AutoCAD screen and interface. It will explain the coordinate system and demonstrate various 2D and 3D commands. Examples of 2D and 3D modeling projects will be shown. The presentation will conclude by discussing the benefits of using AutoCAD software.
Vikas Mahajan gave a presentation on AutoCAD software. AutoCAD is a CAD software application used for 2D and 3D design. It was one of the first CAD programs to run on personal computers when initially released in 1982. The presentation demonstrated AutoCAD's capabilities like reducing complex tasks through associative features, decreasing errors with tools like IGES translation, and improving productivity with automatic dimensioning and intelligent symbols.
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The document discusses the camera shots and angles used in filming an indie music video. Long shots of the studio were used to suit the fast pace of the song, while close-ups were reserved for slower, more emotional moments filmed at a museum. Various shots like long shots, medium shots, and close-ups were chosen to help viewers understand the narrative and represent the theme of the story by bringing the audience into the world of the video. Close-ups in particular were used to create the star image but not extreme close-ups due to limitations of the camera equipment.
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This document summarizes how to build a simple, responsive website with ExpressionEngine by discussing templates, channels, building a blog with RSS feeds, managing pages, and including tweets. It provides an overview of the TwinCities-EE project to build a website for an ExpressionEngine user group, including designing channels and templates for blogs, categories, tags, and entries as well as generating RSS and iCalendar feeds. It also discusses using add-ons for page management, metadata, and including twitter feeds.
The document provides an overview of a six-week industrial training project on AutoCAD. It discusses the latest version of AutoCAD, the AutoCAD interface and screen, coordinate systems, toolbars, 2D and 3D commands, modeling, and benefits of using AutoCAD. The training was completed at Hi Tech Point Technologies and covered topics like dimensions, blocks, isometric views, and examples of drawings created during the course using various AutoCAD tools and commands.
AutoCAD is a computer-aided design (CAD) software application used by engineers, architects, and other professionals for 2D and 3D design and drafting. It was first released in 1982 and is developed and sold by Autodesk. AutoCAD allows users to create precise 2D and 3D drawings electronically. It uses Cartesian coordinates to locate points and features tools for drawing, editing, managing layers, setting properties, and printing or saving designs. Common commands in AutoCAD include line, circle, rectangle, arc, erase, copy, move, mirror, rotate, and offset.
AutoCAD is a CAD software used for 2D and 3D design and drafting. It allows users to quickly create designs, improve quality over hand drafting, customize the software to individual needs, and learn a marketable skill. The AutoCAD interface includes a workspace, pull down menus, toolbars, palettes, and dialog boxes to access commands. The workspace is the infinite drafting area where drawings are created.
AutoCAD is a commercial computer-aided design software used widely around the world. It was first released in 1982 and has since seen 29 generations of updates. The software allows users to design in both 2D and 3D across industries like architecture, engineering, and construction. AutoCAD has various tools and commands to aid in tasks like drafting, 3D modeling, annotation, and sharing designs through tools like layouts and exporting to PDF. It also provides preset workspaces tailored for functions like 3D modeling versus 2D drafting. Users can customize settings, properties, and more to control how they design within the AutoCAD interface.
The document summarizes new and improved features in AutoCAD LT 2010 related to the user interface, block references, external references, and annotations. Key updates include an enhanced ribbon and application menu, new block reference tools like test blocks and attribute synchronization, improved external referencing abilities like PDF underlays and in-place editing, and help for unresolved external references. The user interface changes are aimed at making commands more accessible while freeing up screen space for drawings.
This document provides an overview of basic AutoCAD commands and functions taught during the first three weeks. It covers topics such as layers and object snaps for accurate drawing, commands for modifying objects like offset and array, and other essential tools like trim, fillet, and explode. Layers allow organizing and controlling different elements visually, while object snaps help precisely place objects by snapping to locations. The modify commands duplicate, move, and alter selected objects. Other important commands include zoom and pan for navigating drawings.
The document outlines a 10 day AutoCAD training workshop. Day 1 covers getting started with AutoCAD including the interface, coordinate systems, and basic drawing commands. Day 2 focuses on precision tools like object snaps. Day 3 is on editing objects. Day 4 covers layers and advanced objects. Day 5 discusses additional editing tools. Day 6 is about text and annotations. Day 7 is for practice. Day 8 has a test. Day 9 introduces 3D modeling basics. Day 10 covers creating solids and surfaces from 2D objects. The workshop aims to teach students how to use AutoCAD for 2D drawing and 3D modeling.
The document discusses the user interface of AutoCAD Plant 3D 2011. It describes various elements of the interface including workspaces that organize menus and toolbars for different tasks, the ribbon containing commands for piping models, and other interface elements like tool palettes, properties, and shortcuts. Specific workspaces are outlined for 3D piping, P&IDs, and AutoCAD, with the ribbons and panels included in each.
This document provides an outline and overview of a presentation on AutoCAD. It discusses the latest version of AutoCAD, how the AutoCAD screen works, coordinate systems, toolbars, 2D and 3D commands, isometric views, project work done, and benefits of AutoCAD. Key points covered include the introduction and history of AutoCAD, the AutoCAD interface, how to provide commands, coordinate systems, toolbars like draw and modify, basic 2D drawings created during training, an introduction to 3D modeling and commands like extrude, and benefits like creating designs quickly and accurately.
This document provides an overview of a book titled "AutoCAD 200 Commands" that contains summaries of 200 useful AutoCAD commands. It is intended for both beginners and experienced AutoCAD users. The commands are divided into categories and each includes a link to a related video or article. The book covers topics like keyboard shortcuts, status bar toggles, basic drawing commands, general commands, performance commands, accessibility commands, and 3D commands.
This document provides a summary of commands for AutoCAD 200 by Jaiprakash Pandey. It is intended as a reference for both beginners and experienced AutoCAD users, containing 200 of the most useful commands. The commands are divided into categories to make them easy to remember. The document includes an introduction and table of contents, followed by sections on keyboard shortcuts, status bar toggles, basic commands, general commands, performance commands, accessibility commands, and 3D commands. Each section provides brief explanations and examples of the relevant AutoCAD commands.
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This document provides an overview of the AutoCAD software, including:
- It describes AutoCAD as 2D and 3D computer-aided design software developed by Autodesk.
- The advantages of AutoCAD are listed as quickly creating designs, improved quality over hand drafting, easy modification and transfer of designs, and increased accuracy.
- Career options when using AutoCAD include drafting professional, 2D/3D plan developer, CAD engineer, and jobs in architecture and interior design.
- The basics of how AutoCAD works are explained, including its coordinate system, layers, commands for drawing different shapes, and setting drawing units.
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This document provides an overview of the interface and functionality of Sketch, a vector drawing app for Mac. It describes key aspects like the toolbar, layers, shapes, editing tools, and more. Specifically:
- The interface is minimal and optimized for digital design work. Key areas include the toolbar, inspector, layer list, and infinite canvas.
- Layers are the basic building blocks and come in types like shapes, images, groups and artboards. Common tools allow adding, selecting, moving and editing layers.
- A variety of shape tools are available and can be customized using points, paths and boolean operations. Precise editing of shapes and layers is possible.
- Additional features like symbols,
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This document provides an overview of the AutoCAD software, including:
- AutoCAD was first launched in 1982 by Autodesk as 2D and 3D modeling software.
- It describes the AutoCAD screen and coordinate systems including absolute, relative, and polar.
- Common 2D commands are explained like polyline, spline, line, circle, and modify tools like move, copy, trim, and stretch.
- 3D modeling in AutoCAD includes solids, boxes, cylinders, and Boolean operations.
- Isometric views are discussed and it concludes that AutoCAD has become very useful across industries.
QCAD is open source 2D CAD software that can be used to create technical drawings. It features layers, blocks, over 40 drawing tools, and printing capabilities. Basic concepts in CAD include entities, layers, and blocks. Layers allow organizing a drawing by function, and blocks allow reusing groups of entities. QCAD helps users draft efficiently using tools and the ability to easily edit existing drawings.
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India’s architectural landscape is a vibrant tapestry that weaves together the country's rich cultural heritage and its modern aspirations. From majestic historical structures to cutting-edge contemporary designs, the work of Indian architects is celebrated worldwide. Among the many firms shaping this dynamic field, Design Forum International stands out as a leader in innovative and sustainable architecture. This blog explores some of the best Indian architects, highlighting their contributions and showcasing the most famous architects in India.
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Coordinate and oversee all technical activities relating to architectural and construction projects,
including directing the design team, reviewing drafts and computer models, and approving design
changes.
Organize and typically develop, and review building plans, ensuring that a project meets all safety and
environmental standards.
Prepare feasibility studies, construction contracts, and tender documents with specifications and
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Consulting with clients, work on formulating equipment and labor cost estimates, ensuring a project
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2. UserInterface
UserInterface
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User Interface
The updated modern UI in AutoCAD®
2013 software just gets easier and easier
to work with.
Welcome Screen
Who doesn’t love a friendly welcome
to start your AutoCAD day! The new
Welcome Screen provides easy access to
drawing files, learning tools, and online
content.
Create new or open existing drawings
from the Work panel. You can also quick-
ly access recently used drawing files.
Check out the “What’s New in
2013” videos to get up to speed in no
time!
Easily download a variety of valuable
apps from Autodesk Exchange Apps.
Connect to Autodesk 360 and AutoCAD
social media resources.
F2 (or the flyout at the right end of the
floating command line) will display the
history window. Click on the >_ at the
left to quickly access previously used
commands.
You can make the command line
nearly completely transparent so that it
just displays when you hover over it.
Command Line
You command line fans will love its new
enhancements, including control over
color and transparency. Float the un-
docked command line (which defaults to
a single row) above the AutoCAD draw-
ing window. Notice the semi-transparent
prompt history (displaying up to 50 lines)
doesn’t affect the drawing area.
Select the new customize tool on the
command line to control the number of
lines of prompt history as well as Auto-
complete, Transparency and Options.
3. Customize AutoComplete from the
command line right click menu (even
control the delay response time).
Implied Selection
When selecting objects (outside of a
command) you’ll find the additional op-
tions of Wpolygon, Cpolygon and Fence
appear.
Can’t decide whether you prefer pick and
drag or picking two points to define a
window? The new PICKDRAG setting of
2 combines both options.
This setting also allows you to start a
window even when picking on an object
(for those crowded drawings). This only
works outside of a command.
For those of you who prefer the com-
mand line at the bottom (or top) of the
drawing window—you can dock it right
back into place.
Notice that the command name is always
displayed on the command line. You
can even click on the various command
options (displayed in blue) from the com-
mand line!
Feeling groovy? Change the color of
the command line from the Colors tool
(Display tab, Options dialog box).
AutoComplete
Save time (and spelling frustration) with
AutoComplete! As you key in commands,
AutoCAD automatically completes the
entry. If you pause, a list of all possible
commands and system variables displays
for easy selection.
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By default, SNAPMODE now
temporarily turns off when selecting
objects. This can be set back to legacy
behavior in the SNAP command.
In-Canvas Viewport Control
It’s easier than ever to set up or modify
your viewports, 2D and 3D views and
visual styles directly from the drawing
window (big time saver)!
Control the display of these in-canvas
viewport controls from the 3D Modeling
tab of Options.
Love this timesaver! Double click on
the [–] (first column) to quickly display
4 viewports or the previously specified
viewport configuration. A simple click on
the + in the corner of any viewport will
fill the screen with that viewport.
The In-Canvas Viewport
Controls contain a speedy way to get to
your saved views (under Custom Model
Views).
In-Canvas Property Preview
Dynamically check out object properties
as you select them (including transpar-
ency)! Get the right property value every
time!
Property Preview can be controlled in
Options (Selection tab).
UserInterface
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AutodeskContentExplorer
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Autodesk Content Explorer
Search Autodesk Seek to easily
add online content from a variety of
manufacturers.
AutoCAD 2013 includes basic indexing
support for any file that can be opened,
imported and attached using AutoCAD.
Drag and drop local folders for searching
from Windows Explorer or use the Add
Watched folder option.
Install the Autodesk Content Service
(found on the AutoCAD 2013 installer)
on network computers to add watched
folders from other computers.
You can only add shared folders.
Editing Tools
Multifunctional Grips
In AutoCAD 2013, Multifunctional Grips
exist on so many different objects! Edit-
ing commands reside with the object
(which means less time searching).
Look for these powerful grips in lines,
plines, arcs, elliptical arcs, dimensions
and multileaders. 3D faces, edges and
vertices also have them. Just hover
over a grip to access numerous relevant
options.
Multifunctional grips are even more
powerful when dynamic input is on.
Use the Tab key to jump between input
boxes.
Speedy searches for all types of content
including blocks, attributes, layers,
styles, etc. can be done with Autodesk
Content Explorer. Found in the Plug-ins
ribbon tab, Content Explorer can search
through thousands of files almost in-
stantaneously including Autodesk®
Seek
web service (much faster than Design
Center)!
Filter content and switch between
thumbnail and detail views. Drag content
into your current drawing or open the
source file from Content Explorer.
The Add Network Content option has
changed. Now it’s a drop-down list that
says Add Content Provider. In the list,
the option for Autodesk Content Service
replaces the previous Add Network
Content button.
Use Autodesk Content Service to specify
computer name or IP address of the
network computers.
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Nudge!
Have you ever wanted to move objects
over by just a few pixels? Try using Ctrl
plus your arrow keys!
Osnap Enhancements
Added flexibility helps AutoCAD find ob-
ject snap points to make objects tangent
or perpendicular. Choose from multiple
snap points based on the location of the
cursor.
Copy Improvements
Use the handy new Array option in the
Copy command to create a linear (non-
associative) array on the fly. There’s even
a Fit option!
Groups
Groups are in many a CAD guru’s bag
of tricks. Now you’ll find easy access to
Groups on the Home tab of the ribbon.
A group is a saved set of objects that
you can edit together or separately when
needed. Groups make it easy to manipu-
late a group of objects as a unit.
Use Shift+Control+A to quickly
turn Groups on and off.
Fillet and Chamfer
New previews display when passing the
cursor over the second object in the
Fillet/Chamfer commands. Confirm and
change the radius or distance before
completing the command!
Now you can fillet splines!
Express Tools become “Real”
commands
The NCOPY Express Tool is now a core
AutoCAD command. Copy nested
objects from Xrefs, blocks and DGN
underlays (no need to explode or bind)!
Use the Delete Duplicates tool (OVER-
KILL command) to clean up your draw-
ing and remove duplicate geometry.
Control OVERKILL settings in the dialog
box. Specify which object properties
to ignore along with whether or not
to optimize polyline segments and/or
combine co-linear objects. The tolerance
value controls the precision by which
OVERKILL will operate.
JOIN Command
The JOIN command is so much more
easygoing now! You can join lines, arcs
and polylines to 3D polylines or splines
as long as they are contiguous. You can
also join a helix to a spline.
Join now supports standard
selection methods (such as crossing) or
picking objects in any order!
New Blend Tool
Use the Blend command to create spline
objects between two objects (Modify
panel of the Home ribbon tab).
EditingTools
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Associative Arrays
An associative array treats the entire
array as a single object (much like a
block). This makes it easy to edit the
properties of the array after the fact.
But unlike a block, you can still manipu-
late the individual objects.
There are three types of associative
arrays: rectangular, polar, and path op-
tion. The visual preview makes it easier
than ever to get your array right the first
time. Rectangular arrays are automati-
cally displayed in a 3 row by 4 column
grid. Polar arrays are displayed in a full
circular pattern of 6.
Arrays are easy to manipulate with
multifunctional grips or the Properties
palette. The contextual ribbon tab and
right click menu are also simple means of
editing an associative array.
Individual items in an array can be
selected and edited by using the Ctrl
key. Use the new Replace Item tool to
replace selected instances with other
objects.
The Reset tool returns the items to
their default size and position.
Change the appearance of all the arrayed
objects with the Edit Source tool.
Path Arrays
With path arrays, you can distribute
items evenly along a specified path. The
Measure option is used to specify a dis-
tance between the items. Use Divide to
specify the number of items. (AutoCAD
will space them evenly along the path.)
If the path is modified— the arrayed
objects will follow!
A valid path option is a line, polyline,
3D polyline, spline, helix arc, circle, or el-
lipse. After selecting objects and a path,
AutoCAD will display the objects evenly
along the entire length of the path.
Use the Align Items and Z Direction
options to specify whether the arrayed
objects should maintain the starting
orientation or adjust to remain parallel
to the path.
Use Base Point to control the posi-
tion of the arrayed items relative to the
path.
Explode an array to remove
the associativity.
The new item count toggle allows you to
indicate a specific number of items to be
arrayed, or to fill the path with the items.
When off, an additional grip at the end
of the array appears to provide dynamic
editing.
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AssociativeArrays
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3D Associative Array
3D associative arrays are also very pow-
erful. Indicate the number of levels (the
number of items needed in the Z direc-
tion) and specify the distance between
levels.
A distance of 0 between levels
would create all rows at the same eleva-
tion.
Annotation
Mtext background mask remembers the
last used fill color and offset. (No more
defaulting to red and 1.5!)
You can control the gap around multil-
eader text in a text frame. You can also
extend the leader line all the way to the
text (rather than ending at the bounding
box).
Remove Style Overrides has been
added to the right click menu when you
select a dimension.
Now you can strikethrough mtext, multi-
leaders, dimensions and tables.
Leaders are now part of the TextToFront
tool.
Wipeout Frames
The new WIPEOUTFRAME system vari-
able lets you display the wipeout frame
without printing it.
Hatch
It is now possible to edit multiple hatch
objects from the ribbon or from the com-
mand line version of the hatch editor.
Helpful Time Savers
External References
Passing the cursor over the edge of an
attached image, DWF, or PDF will display
a selection preview frame (even when
frames are turned off). You’ll also find
this when you pass your cursor over
geometry inside of attached DGN or
DWG files.
The system variable FRAMESE-
LECTION controls this behavior.
The External References palette includes
an option to detach data extraction
tables from a drawing. You’ll also find
that the corresponding reference high-
lights in the External References palette
when selected. (Making it easier to select
the correct reference!)
Now you can edit the Saved Path directly
in the External References palette (Found
path is read-only). Relative Path is the
new default (unless the relative path is
not available).
You can easily fade reference files
from the Reference panel on the Insert
tab.
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HelpfulTimeSavers
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Reverse Polylines
Set the new PLINEREVERSEWIDTHS
system variable to 1 if you want widths
reversed when the REVERSE command
is used.
Spline Enhancements
AutoCAD 2013 supports periodic splines
with C2 continuity. The knot parameter-
ization property of a spline is no longer
read-only.
You can now use the Extend
command to extend spline objects!
Layers Improvement
Use the right-click menu in the Layer
Properties Manager to quickly freeze
specified layers in all viewports except
the current one. (Handy!)
Offset Preview
Finally a preview in the popular OFFSET
command!
Quick View Drawings and Layouts
It’s easier to distinguish the current
active view in Quick View Drawings and
Layouts with the colorful border and
bolded text.
3D Tips
UCS Enhancements
Use the UCS icon’s multifunctional grips
to directly manipulate the coordinate
system. Easily move and align the origin
with objects (including curved surfaces
and solids). Select the UCS icon and
choose from the various menus that ap-
pear as you hover over the grips.
UCS icon selectability can be
controlled in the UCS dialog box (Coor-
dinates panel, View ribbon tab in the 3D
Modeling workspace).
Additional controls appear when you
right click over the UCS icon.
The UCS icon also displays a
dynamic preview in the UCS
command.
3D Object Snaps
A 3D Autosnap control has been
added in Options so you can distinguish
between 2D and 3D Autosnaps with dif-
ferent colors.
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Solid Modeling
Fillet Edge and Chamfer Edge: Found
in the Solid tab, the Fillet Edge and
Chamfer Edge tools provide a dynamic
preview and support direct manipulation
by pulling on the attached grip.
Chain and Loop Selections: Selecting
contiguous edges and curves is just so
much easier!
SURFPATCH, SURFBLEND, MESHCAP
and FILLETEDGE now detect contiguous
edges with a solid or mesh object (or
within/between surfaces).
A new Loop option (much like a closed
chain) can be found in FILLETEDGE and
CHAMFEREDGE.
Offset Edge: Create an offset curve from
a planar face on a 3D surface or solid.
Offset to the inside or outside using your
cursor to produce a polyline or spline and
indicate sharp or rounded corners.
Follow this up with Presspull or Extrude
to easily add or remove the bounded
area from a solid.
3D Model Import
So many file formats—so little time!
Now you can import a much wider vari-
ety of file formats including CATIA, NX,
Pro/Engineer, Rhino, SolidWorks
and Inventor.
The data is translated to native AutoCAD
geometry and inserted into the drawing
as blocks. Parts and assemblies are pre-
served as nested blocks. And of course
you can edit the objects. Just explode
it first!
PressPull
Use the new Multiple option or the Shift
key to press/pull multiple objects in a
single operation. Now you can select 2D
and 3D curves as well!
Use the Ctrl key when you select a
planer face to offset it as it extrudes to
follow the taper angles of adjacent sides.
Surface Curve Extraction
Use the new Extract Isolines tool
(Surface ribbon tab) to quickly extract
isoline curves from an existing surface
or face of a solid.
You can change the direction of the
isolines, select a chain or draw a spline
on the curved surface.
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AutodeskInventorFusion
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With Inventor Fusion you can quickly and
easily insert standard, counter bore, or
countersink holes, and add or modify fil-
lets and chamfers along with many other
3D capabilities. Fusion is very intuitive
and easy to use (and addicting)!
When you are finished editing your
model in Inventor Fusion, return to
AutoCAD by selecting the Return to
AutoCAD tool.
In Fusion you can zoom, pan, and orbit
to navigate around your model similar to
AutoCAD. You’ll even find the familiar
Navigation bar and ViewCube.
The power in Fusion is the direct editing
capabilities. Intuitively edit and validate
models from almost any source. Click on
a model edge or face to select it for edit-
ing. Press the Ctrl key to select multiple
objects (just as you would expect).
The ribbon interface as well as context-
sensitive right-click options provides
easy access to relevant editing tools.
Use the very cool Autodesk®
Inventor®
Fusion technology to easily edit and
validate models from almost any source.
The super-friendly and intuitive direct
manipulation capabilities provide direct
modeling for speedy design changes
in 3D.
Without exiting AutoCAD, you can
launch Inventor Fusion, use it to modify
a 3D model, and then continue working
on the modified objects in AutoCAD.
You must install Autodesk
Inventor Fusion 2013 to use it.
After installing, it can be found in the
Plug-Ins tab on the Ribbon. When you
select a surface or solid in AutoCAD,
the Edit in Fusion tool is automatically
displayed at the right end of the context-
sensitive tab.
Autodesk Inventor Fusion
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Model Documentation
Modify properties for a selected drawing
view using the Properties palette or by
double-clicking on a view and using the
contextual ribbon tab.
Projected views become the child
in a parent/child relationship and inherit
the parent properties and edits.
Use the grip in the center of each draw-
ing view to easily move the views while
maintaining the alignment.
To break the alignment, select the
center grip and then hit the shift key
once to break the alignment. Repeat this
process to restore the alignment.
Section Views
Creating section views is as easy as pick-
ing the points of the section line on an
existing view! The Section View Creation
tab includes tools such as depth and
hatch controls.
Section View Creation tab
Projected Views
Create projected views from the base
view (as long as the Type option was set
to Base and Projected) by dragging the
cursor to the desired location. AutoCAD
automatically creates the appropriate
view.
You will notice that relevant lay-
ers with a MD_ prefix are automatically
added to your drawing when you create
drawing views.
specify which 3D objects are represented
in the base view (also available after
the fact). Specify options such as type,
orientation, and scale to create your
base view.
The Select option switches tem-
porarily to model space.
New to AutoCAD 2013, you can select
objects in model space and then use the
Base View tool (choose the From Model
Space option). You will need to specify a
layout name.
AutoCAD will automatically create
a new layout if necessary and make it
active. Kill two birds with one stone!
It’s never been easier to go from your
3D models to 2D documentation.
You’ll even find that if you modify the
3D model, the 2D documentation will
update as well!
The Model Documentation commands
are found on the new Layout tab.
Base View
While in a layout, use the Base View tool
to automatically display a scaled preview
of the model attached to the
cursor. Use the new Select option to
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Once you’ve created a section view, a
section identifier will display. As more
section views are added the identifier
automatically increments. You can also
display a view label displaying section
and scale.
Use the Edit Components tool to modify
the objects used in the Section View. If
a component is set to none, it will not be
sectioned.
You can also specify full depth or
just a slice.
Use the Section View Style Manager to
customize the section views to meet
your standards.
Use Multifunctional grips to modify
the section line.
Grips on the section view, hatches and
section view label allow you to make a
variety of modifications.
Detail Views
It’s easy to create detail views in
AutoCAD 2013. Specify a circular or
rectangular boundary, smooth or jagged
edges, connection lines, etc. from the
context-sensitive Detail View Creation
tab.
A detail view label is
automatically inserted
(and incremented if
necessary).
Use the Detail View Style Manager to
control the appearance of the label,
boundary and detail view.
Easily modify a detail view after the
fact by using grips on the detail symbol,
view or view label or on the Detail View
Editor tab (which appears when a detail
is selected).
View Symbol Sketch
Why not constrain section lines and
detail boundaries to key points of
geometry? This will help ensure accuracy
should the model change.
Associative Dimensioning
Dimensioning of these drawing views is
much smarter—and will automatically
update as the model changes.
If you invalidate or disassociate annota-
tions, the new Annotation Monitor will
help you identify and correct the disas-
sociated annotations.
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Point Clouds
Point Clouds can now be easily attached
and managed from the External Refer-
ence Manager. The Attach Point Cloud
dialog box now provides a preview and
more detailed information.
A new bounding box appears when you
select a point cloud (making it easier to
visualize its position in 3D space). The
new Point Cloud ribbon tab also appears
with all the necessary Point Cloud tools.
If intensity data is included, you can use
the analysis tools to view point intensity
with different color schemes.
Now you can clip a Point Cloud!
AutoCAD 2013 supports raw scan files
from major industrial scanner companies
(such as Leica, Topcon and Faro).
Found on the status bar, the Annotation
Monitor icon changes and issues an alert
on each of the disassociated annotations.
Click each alert to reassociate or delete
individually, or select the link on the alert
bubble to quickly delete them all.
Automatic View Update
AutoCAD clues you in when the source
model changes (making your drawing
views out of date). The new Auto Update
tool controls whether or not drawing
views are updated automatically when
the source model changes.
Applying Standards
Specify drafting standards for new
drawing views in the Drafting Standard
dialog (found on the Styles and
Standards panel).
Use the Export Layout tool to
export your finished drawing views to
model space (found in the right click
menu of the layout tab). Drawing views
containing circular objects now export
as circles and arcs rather than polylines.
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Indexing provides a noticeably smoother
and faster workflow. The new Create
Point Cloud File dialog allows you to
select multiple files to batch index and
even merge into a single file.
Point cloud indexing is significantly im-
proved for smoother and more efficient
workflow—especially when working with
raw scan files.
Autodesk 360
It’s all about the cloud, baby! Connect to
your secure Autodesk 360 account for
file sharing, customization syncing, and
more.
Default Cloud Settings
Be sure to set up your cloud settings
to control when your design data and
custom settings are synced. Choose to
automatically store your design data
each time you save, or only when you
specify.
Customize your settings from the Online
tab in Options, the Online tab of the
ribbon or the Autodesk 360 sign-in drop-
down menu.
When you upload drawings from
AutoCAD to Autodesk 360, external
references and other dependent files
upload as well!
Sync Your Settings
We all set up AutoCAD to work the way
we like to work! Now you can save and
sync those settings with Autodesk 360.
Save your program appearance, profiles,
tool palettes, customization files,
Options and support files to Autodesk
360 so you can restore them onto any
computer!
15. Share Document
Share the current drawing with others
via email. You can control the access
level of those you choose to share with.
Collaborate Now Tool
The Collaborate Now tool launches
AutoCAD WS and initiates a collabora-
tion session with another AutoCAD WS
user.
The CAD Manager Control Utility
allows CAD Managers to control their
users’ access to Autodesk 360 and cus-
tomization synchronization.
Added Extras
Render Online
One of the great advantages of the cloud
is its extensive computing power. Select
Render in Cloud from the Render ribbon
tab to render your 3D AutoCAD models
while you continue working on your
computer!
Raster Files
AutoCAD 2013 accepts more file formats
for attaching: DDS, DOQ,ECW,HDR,
JPEG2000, MrSID, NTF, OpenEXR, and
PSD.
All images from AutoCAD Raster
Design are automatically displayed.
Migration
Tool Palettes (including groups) and
Materials Libraries migrate from previ-
ous releases (with better results). You
can also easily return to the default set-
tings with the Reset Settings tool found
in the Windows Start menu.
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Autodesk 360 tool
The new Autodesk 360 tool takes you
online to your stored documents and
folders via browser.
You’ll also find Autodesk 360
access in many of the Select File dialog
boxes
Online Options tool
Monitor your online storage capacity,
control interaction with cloud docu-
ments and your customization from the
Online tab in Options.
Specify the cloud folder you
want your files saved to for easy
management.
Open on Mobile
If you are signed in to AutoCAD WS on
your mobile device (with the same log-
in), AutoCAD will open up the current
drawing on it.
Sync My Settings
Use this tool to start and stop syncing of
your settings.
If you choose to sync your settings, but
your online settings are different than
your local ones, AutoCAD will prompt
you to confirm the proper action.
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Autodesk Seek
Don’t miss out on the great content
available (for free!) up on Autodesk Seek
service. Easily get to Autodesk Seek from
the Content panel on the Insert tab or
from inside of Design Center.
Nearly 350 manufacturers and 90,000
parts are available on Autodesk Seek
(over 30,000 DWG files).
Language Packs
Do you need to install multiple languag-
es of AutoCAD on your computer? Now
you install one full product and then
add subsequent languages via Language
Packs (from the Help menu). Saves so
much time and space!
Multiple search paths for plot files
You can now specify multiple folders for
PC3, PMP, CTB, and STB files in Options.
DGN Support
Complex linetypes are now maintained!
To ensure that custom linetypes are
displayed, copy the corresponding .rsc
files to the support path or add the RSC
file path to the search path in AutoCAD
in the Options dialog box (Files tab, Sup-
port File Search Path).
DWG Convert
Batch convert drawing files to Release
14, 2000, 2004, 2007, and 2010 with the
DWG Convert tool (DWGCONVERT).
You can save the conversion setups for
future use and specify options such as
purging the drawings.
Use DWGCONVERT to quickly
replace page setups in multiple drawings!
Stay connected!
Use the new tools in InfoCenter to make
it easy for you to stay connected with
your AutoCAD community. Download
product updates, access the Autodesk
Subscription Center, view the AutoCAD
Facebook page, and even follow
AutoCAD Twitter posts!
Autodesk Exchange Apps
Now get direct access to download-
able applications and content that can
increase your productivity. Simply click
on the big X on Infocenter.
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AutoCAD WS
Give AutoCAD WS a try—did I mention
it’s free*?
Download the free* app for iOS mobile
devices at the App Store. Also available
for the Android.
Visit www.autocadws.com today!
*Free products and services are subject to the terms
and conditions of the end-user license agreement that
accompanies them.
AutoCADWS
AutoCAD Design Suite
Enhance the power of AutoCAD with
easy-to-use visual communication
solutions. AutoCAD Design Suite helps
designers work more creatively, rapidly
evaluate designs in context and effec-
tively communicate and sell ideas.
AutoCAD Design Suite Standard
contains AutoCAD, Autodesk®
Sketch-
Book®
Designer, Autodesk®
Showcase®
,
Autodesk Raster Design and Autodesk®
Mudbox®
software.
The Premium version of the suite
adds Autodesk®
3ds Max®
Design. The
Ultimate version of the suite also adds
Autodesk®
Alias®
Design.
Autodesk SketchBook Designer
Sketch conceptual designs directly in
AutoCAD. Tap into a unique hybrid paint
and vector workflow and explore many
different design concepts. Communicate
your ideas graphically!
• Illustrate on a blank screen
• Design conceptually with pencil and
paper-like sketching
• Combine and compose images
• Create graphic designs and communi-
cations
Have you tried AutoCAD®
WS web
service yet? AutoCAD WS lets you view,
edit, and share drawings through the
web or mobile device (take your draw-
ings on the road!).
Collaborate with others on the same
drawing in real time! Use the basic
editing features to mark-up a drawing
file. Use the Timeline tool for a detailed
design history.
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Autodesk Showcase
Quickly and easily transform your
AutoCAD designs into compelling
imagery, movies, and interactive pre-
sentations for design reviews and sales
pitches. Evaluate design variations and
accelerate feedback by reducing the
need for physical prototypes and
long rendering times.
• Accelerate the path to new business by
selling your ideas more effectively
• Reduce the time, expense, and exper-
tise required to prepare visualizations
• Facilitate informed decision making by
viewing design options in context and
in detail
Image courtesy of Hurni Engineering,
Jean-Marc Benoit
AutoCADDesignSuite
Autodesk Raster Design
Get more value from your raster imag-
ery (such as scanned drawings, maps,
aerial photos) with Autodesk Raster
Design.
• Easily clean up, edit, enhance and
maintain scanned drawings in a famil-
iar AutoCAD environment (includes
despeckle, bias, mirror, and touchup).
• Raster to Vector Conversion, including
OCR (Optical Character Recognition)
gives you accurate results when you
create lines and polylines from raster
data
• Use standard AutoCAD commands on
raster regions and primitives; easily
erase raster lines, arcs, and circles.
Autodesk 3ds Max Design
(Available in Premium)
Perform daylight analysis and create
cinematic-quality 3D visuals with the
animation, character, effects, and point-
and-shoot rendering and lighting analysis
tools. Convey the story behind your
design for design reviews, marketing
materials, or public outreach—
before it’s real.
• Benefit from optimized compatibility
with Autodesk and third-party
solutions
• Analyze lighting scenarios with
confidence
• Bring your design to life in a highly re-
alistic way using 3D technology proven
in the entertainment industry
Image courtesy of Homologue
Autodesk Mudbox
Refine your models with Autodesk
Mudbox. Its powerful textured painting
and digital sculpting toolset lets you
finesse the details of your ultra-realistic
models.
• Get fast, smooth, and accurate
results with a world-class 3D sculpting
toolset
• Paint directly onto high-resolution 3D
models and see results immediately
• Create accurate normal, displace-
ment, and ambient occlusion maps
with texture baking
Image courtesy of Benjamin Brosdau