{"product_id":"mastering-autocad-2021-and-autocad-lt-2021-paperback-softback-9781119715351","title":"Mastering AutoCAD 2021 and AutoCAD LT 2021 (Paperback \/ softback) 9781119715351","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eMastering AutoCAD 2021 and AutoCAD LT 2021\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eBrian C. Benton (Author), George Omura (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781119715351, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 25 February 2021\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e1120 pages\u003cbr\u003e23.4 x 19.3 x 6.1 cm, 1.52 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eGive life to your designs and keep your CAD skills fresh with \u003ci\u003eMastering AutoCAD 2021 and Mastering AutoCAD LT 2021\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAutoCAD continues to be the tool of choice for architects, project managers, engineers, city planners, and other design professionals, and when the industry experts need to learn the latest CAD techniques and trends, they turn to \u003ci\u003eMastering AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT\u003c\/i\u003e. Packed with real-world examples, straightforward instructions, and downloadable project files, this edition of this bestselling AutoCAD reference has been fully updated for the latest features from the 2021 version of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT. From getting familiar with the interface to preparing for Autodesk AutoCAD certification, \u003ci\u003eMastering AutoCAD 2021 and AutoCAD LT 2021\u003c\/i\u003e gives CAD professionals command of the software’s core functions and complex capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop AutoCAD drawings from concept to creation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse hatches, fields, and tables\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork with dynamic blocks, attributes, drawing curves, and solid fills\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply 3D modeling and imaging techniques\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCustomize your interface and configure template settings and styles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGet ready for the Autodesk AutoCAD Certification exam\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you’re seeking on-the-job certification or just looking to dream big and draw, \u003ci\u003eMastering AutoCAD 2021 and AutoCAD LT 2021\u003c\/i\u003e is the ultimate guide to all things AutoCAD.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction xxvii\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1 The Basics 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1 Exploring the Interface 3\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a Guided Tour 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLaunching AutoCAD 4\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe AutoCAD Window 5\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Application Menu 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Ribbon 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePicking Points in the Drawing Area 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the UCS Icon 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking in the Command Window 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with AutoCAD 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpening an Existing File 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting a Closer Look 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSaving a File as You Work 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Changes 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with Multiple Files 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding a Predrawn Symbol with the Tool Palettes 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2 Creating Your First Drawing 33\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting to Know the Home Tab’s Draw and Modify Panels 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting Your First Drawing 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecifying Exact Distances with Coordinates 41\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecifying Polar Coordinates 42\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecifying Relative Cartesian Coordinates 44\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterpreting the Cursor Modes and Understanding Prompts 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Cursor Modes 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing Command Options 47\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSelecting Objects 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSelecting Objects in AutoCAD 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProviding Base Points 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Noun\/Verb Selection 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing with Grips 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStretching Lines by Using Grips 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving and Rotating with Grips 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Dynamic Input 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisplaying Data in a Text Window 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisplaying the Properties of an Object 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Help 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the InfoCenter 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding Additional Sources of Help 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3 Setting Up and Using the Drafting Tools 81\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Up a Work Area 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpecifying Units 82\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFine-Tuning the Measurement System 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Up the Drawing Limits 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at an Alternative to Limits 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Scale Factors 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Polar Tracking 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting the Polar Tracking Angle 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring the Drawing Process 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLocating an Object in Reference to Others 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eModifying an Object 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlanning and Laying Out a Drawing 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking a Preliminary Sketch 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Layout 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eErasing the Layout Lines 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting on the Finishing Touches 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAligning Objects by Using Object Snap Tracking 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the AutoCAD Modes as Drafting Tools 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Grid Mode as a Background Grid 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Snap Modes 117\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4 Organizing Objects with Blocks and Groups 121\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating and Using a Symbol 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Block Definition Dialog Box 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInserting a Symbol 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScaling and Rotating Blocks 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing an Existing Drawing as a Symbol 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eModifying a Block 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnblocking and Redefining a Block 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSaving a Block as a Drawing File 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReplacing Existing Files with Blocks 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Write Block Dialog Box Options 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Uses for Blocks 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Annotation Scale 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrouping Objects 142\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eModifying Members of a Group 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUngrouping, Adding, and Subtracting from a Group 147\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with the Object Grouping Dialog Box 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with the AutoCAD LT Group Manager 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5 Keeping Track of Layers and Blocks 153\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrganizing Information with Layers 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating and Assigning Layers 154\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking on Layers 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling Layer Visibility 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding the Layers You Want 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaming an Unwieldy List of Layers 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssigning Linetypes to Layers 176\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding a Linetype to a Drawing 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling Lineweights 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping Track of Blocks and Layers 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting a Text File List of Layers or Blocks 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2 Mastering Intermediate Skills 187\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6 Editing and Reusing Data toWork Efficiently y 189\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating and Using Templates 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Template 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing a Template 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCopying an Object Multiple Times 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Circular Copies 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Row and Column Copies 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFine-Tuning Your View 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinishing the Kitchenette 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eArray Along a Path 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Changes to an Associative Array 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeveloping Your Drawing 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImporting Settings 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Osnap Tracking to Place Objects 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding an Exact Distance Along a Curve 226\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChanging the Length of Objects 228\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a New Drawing by Using Parts from Another Drawing 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEliminating Unused Blocks, Layers, Linetypes, Shapes, Styles, and More 230\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7 Mastering Viewing Tools, Hatches, and External References 235\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssembling the Parts 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking Control of the AutoCAD Display 238\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Regeneration and Redrawing 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSaving Views 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Frozen Layer Option 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Hatch Patterns in Your Drawings 246\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlacing a Hatch Pattern in a Specific Area 246\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding Predefined Hatch Patterns 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePositioning Hatch Patterns Accurately 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUpdating a Block from an External File 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChanging the Hatch Area 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eModifying a Hatch Pattern 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Boundary Hatch Options 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling Boundaries with the Boundaries Panel 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFine-Tuning the Boundary Behavior 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling Hatch Behavior with the Options Panel 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling Hatch Default Layer, Layout Scale, and ISO Line Weight 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Additional Hatch Features 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Gradient Shading 260\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTips for Using Hatch 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpace Planning and Hatch Patterns 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing External References 266\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAttaching a Drawing as an External Reference 266\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Differences Between External References and Blocks 270\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther External Reference Options 272\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClipping Xref Views and Improving Performance 274\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing Xrefs in Place 277\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the External Reference Tab 280\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding and Removing Objects from Blocks and Xrefs 280\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Reference Edit Dialog Box Options 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8 Introducing Printing, Plotting, and Layouts 285\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlotting the Plan 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Plotter Settings 290\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePaper Size 290\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrawing Orientation 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlot Area 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlot Scale 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShaded Viewport Options 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlot Offset 296\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlot Options 297\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExit Options 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlotting Using Layout Views 299\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Plot Scale in the Layout Viewports 302\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding an Output Device 303\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing a Plotter Configuration 306\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStoring a Page Setup 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Electronic Plots 312\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExporting to PDF Through the Plot Dialog Box 312\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExporting to PDF Through the Export To DWF\/PDF Ribbon Panel 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExporting Autodesk DWF and DWFx Files 315\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 316\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9 Adding Text to Drawings 317\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing a Drawing for Text 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrganizing Text by Styles 319\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Familiar with the Text and Annotation Scale Control Panels 320\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting the Annotation Scale and Adding Text 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInserting Text 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring Text and Scale 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Text Style Dialog Box Options 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStyles 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSet Current\/New\/Delete 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFont 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSize 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEffects 327\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring Text Formatting in AutoCAD 327\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdjusting the Text Height and Font 328\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Text Editor Tab 330\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding Symbols and Special Characters 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Indents and Tabs 334\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Do the Fonts Look Like? 338\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding Simple Single-Line Text Objects 340\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJustifying Single-Line Text Objects 342\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Special Characters with Single-Line Text Objects 343\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Check Spelling Feature 345\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow Check Spelling Works 345\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing a Dictionary 346\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSubstituting Fonts 347\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding and Replacing Text 349\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 353\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10 Using Fields and Tables 355\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Fields to Associate Text with Drawing Properties 355\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding Tables to Your Drawing 359\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Table 360\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding Cell Text 361\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdjusting Table Text Orientation and Location 363\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing the Table Line Work 365\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding Formulas to Cells 368\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Formulas Directly in Cells 369\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Other Math Operations 370\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImporting and Exporting Tables 370\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImporting a Table 371\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExporting Tables 373\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Table Styles 373\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding or Modifying a Table Style 373\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring the Table Style Options 375\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 376\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11 Using Dimensions 377\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Components of a Dimension 377\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Dimension Style 378\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Up the Primary Unit Style 380\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting the Height for Dimension Text 382\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting the Location and Orientation of Dimension Text 383\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing an Arrow Style and Setting the Dimension Scale 384\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Up Alternate Units 388\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting the Current Dimension Style 389\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eModifying a Dimension Style 390\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrawing Linear Dimensions 390\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Dimensions Panel 391\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlacing Horizontal and Vertical Dimensions 392\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContinuing a Dimension 393\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrawing Dimensions from a Common Base Extension Line 394\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdjusting the Distance Between Dimensions 396\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing Dimensions 397\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppending Data to Dimension Text 397\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Grips to Make Minor Adjustments to Dimensions 399\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChanging Style Settings of Individual Dimensions 401\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssociating Dimensions with Objects 405\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding a String of Dimensions with a Single Operation 407\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding or Removing the Alternate Dimensions 408\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDimensioning Nonorthogonal Objects 409\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDimensioning Nonorthogonal Linear Distances 409\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDimensioning Radii, Diameters, and Arcs 411\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSkewing Dimension Lines 415\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Dimension Tool 416\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding a Note with a Leader Arrow 419\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Multileader Styles 421\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing Multileader Notes 424\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreaking a Dimension Line for a Leader 424\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eApplying Ordinate Dimensions 425\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding Tolerance Notation 426\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInserting Tolerance and Datum Values 426\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding Inspection Dimensions 427\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 429\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3 Mastering Advanced Skills 431\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12 Using Attributes 433\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Attributes 434\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding Attributes to Blocks 434\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCopying and Editing Attribute Definitions 437\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTurning the Attribute Definitions into a Block 440\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInserting Blocks Containing Attributes 441\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing Attributes 445\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing Attribute Values One at a Time 445\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing Attribute Text Formats and Properties 446\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Global Changes to Attribute Values 447\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Invisible Attributes Visible 449\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Global Format and Property Changes to Attributes 450\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Block Attribute Manager Options 452\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRedefining Blocks Containing Attributes 453\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExtracting and Exporting Attribute Information 454\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerforming the Extraction 454\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExtracting Attribute Data to an AutoCAD Table 459\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 461\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13 Copying Existing Drawings from Other Sources 463\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMethods for Converting Paper Drawings to AutoCAD Files 463\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImporting a Raster Image 464\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with a Raster Image 466\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScaling a Raster Image 468\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling Object Visibility and Overlap with Raster Images 468\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdjusting Brightness, Contrast, and Fade 471\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClipping a Raster Image 472\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTurning Off the Frame, Adjusting Overall Quality,\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eand Controlling Transparency 473\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with PDF Files 477\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImporting a PDF 477\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScaling and Osnaps with PDFs 478\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling the PDF Display 481\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImporting a PDF as an AutoCAD Drawing 483\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReconstructing Imported AutoCAD SHX Fonts 485\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoordinating Geographic Locations 486\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Adjustments to the Map 489\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding Measurements and Distances 491\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 492\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14 Advanced Editing and Organizing 493\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing External References 493\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing Existing Drawings for External Referencing 494\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssembling Xrefs to Build a Drawing 496\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUpdating Blocks in Xrefs 500\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImporting Named Elements from Xrefs 502\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling the Xref Search Path 505\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging Layers 507\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSaving and Recalling Layer Settings 507\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Tools for Managing Layers 510\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Advanced Tools: Filter and Quick Select 513\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFiltering Selections 513\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Quick Select 518\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the QuickCalc Calculator 520\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding Foot and Inch Lengths and Finding the Sum of Angles 522\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConverting Units with QuickCalc 525\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing QuickCalc to Find Points 526\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding Fractional Distances Between Two Points 529\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing QuickCalc While in the Middle of a Command 532\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStoring Expressions and Values 533\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGuidelines for Working with QuickCalc 535\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 538\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15 Laying Out Your Printer Output 541\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Model Space and Paper Space 541\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSwitching from Model Space to Paper Space 542\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting the Size of a Paper Space Layout 544\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating New Paper Space Viewports 546\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Viewport from a Saved View 547\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReaching Inside Viewports 548\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking with Paper Space Viewports 551\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScaling Views in Paper Space 552\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Layers in Individual Viewports 554\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating and Using Multiple Paper Space Layouts 558\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Odd-Shaped Viewports 560\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Lineweights, Linetypes, and Dimensions in Paper Space 562\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling and Viewing Lineweights in Paper Space 562\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Lineweight Settings Dialog Box 565\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling Linetype Scales and Paper Space 565\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDimensioning in Paper Space Layouts 566\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther Uses for Paper Space 569\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 570\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16 Making “Smart” Drawings with Parametric Tools 571\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy Use Parametric Drawing Tools? 571\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConnecting Objects with Geometric Constraints 573\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing AutoConstrain to Add Constraints Automatically 573\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing a Drawing Containing Constraints 574\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Other Geometric Constraints 578\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Constraints in the Drawing Process 579\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eControlling Sizes with Dimensional Constraints 579\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding a Dimensional Constraint 580\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing a Dimensional Constraint 581\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Formulas to Control and Link Dimensions 583\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding a Formula Parameter 584\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTesting the Formula 586\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Other Formulas 587\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing the Constraint Options 588\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting Constraints to Use 590\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 591\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17 Using Dynamic Blocks 593\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring the Block Editor 593\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpening the Block Editor 594\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing a Block and Creating New Blocks 595\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Dynamic Block 596\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding a Parameter 597\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding an Action 598\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding an Increment Value 600\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing Parameters and Actions 602\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping an Object Centered 602\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Constraints in Dynamic Blocks 604\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding a List of Predefined Options 608\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Multiple Shapes in One Block 612\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRotating Objects in Unison 617\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFilling in a Space Automatically with Objects 621\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncluding Block Information with Data Extraction 623\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 625\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18 Drawing Curves 627\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroducing Polylines 627\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrawing a Polyline 627\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Polyline Options 629\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing Polylines 630\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Pedit Options 634\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSmoothing Polylines 635\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing Vertices 636\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Polyline Spline Curve 646\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing True Spline Curves 648\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrawing a True Spline 648\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Spline Options 650\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFine-Tuning Spline Curves 651\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMarking Divisions on Curves 654\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDividing Objects into Segments of Equal Length 654\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDividing Objects into Specified Lengths 657\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 658\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19 Getting and Exchanging Data from Drawings 661\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding the Area of Closed Boundaries 661\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding the Area of an Object 662\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Hatch Patterns to Find Areas 663\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding and Subtracting Areas with the Area Command 665\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting General Information 669\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining the Drawing’s Status 669\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping Track of Time 671\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Information from System Variables 672\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping a Log of Your Activity 672\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCapturing and Saving Text Data from the AutoCAD Text Window 673\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Command Window Context Menu 674\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStoring Searchable Information in AutoCAD Files 675\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSearching for AutoCAD Files 676\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecovering Corrupted Files 677\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the DXF File Format to Exchange CAD Data with Other Programs 677\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExporting DXF Files 678\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpening or Importing DXF Files 679\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing AutoCAD Drawings in Page Layout Programs 681\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExporting Raster Files 681\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExporting Vector Files 685\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing OLE to Import Data 687\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing OLE Links 690\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImporting Worksheets as AutoCAD Tables 690\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Options for Embedding Data 693\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Clipboard to Export AutoCAD Drawings 694\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 694\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4 3D Modeling and Imaging 697\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 20 Creating 3D Drawings 699\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting to Know the 3D Modeling Workspace 699\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrawing in 3D Using Solids 701\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdjusting Appearances 702\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a 3D Box 702\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing 3D Solids with Grips 704\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConstraining Motion with the Gizmo 705\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRotating Objects in 3D Using Dynamic UCS 706\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrawing on a 3D Object’s Surface 709\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePushing and Pulling Shapes from a Solid 710\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Changes to Your Solid 712\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating 3D Forms from 2D Shapes 715\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIsolating Coordinates with Point Filters 720\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving Around Your Model 723\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding Isometric and Orthogonal Views 723\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRotating Freely Around Your Model 724\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChanging Your View Direction 725\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing SteeringWheels 727\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChanging Where You Are Looking 729\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlying Through Your View 730\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChanging from Perspective to Parallel Projection 731\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting a Visual Effect 732\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Visual Styles 732\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Sketched Look with Visual Styles 733\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn-Canvas Viewport Controls 736\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTurning a 3D View into a 2D AutoCAD Drawing 736\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Point Cloud Feature 738\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 739\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 21 Using Advanced 3D Features 741\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Up AutoCAD for This Chapter 741\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMastering the User Coordinate System 742\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining a UCS 743\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSaving a UCS 746\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWorking in a UCS 746\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding 3D Parts in Separate Files 748\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the UCS Options 750\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUCS Based on Object Orientation 750\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUCS Based on Offset Orientation 753\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUCS Rotated Around an Axis 754\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOrienting a UCS in the View Plane 756\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManipulating the UCS Icon 756\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSaving a UCS with a View 757\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Viewports to Aid in 3D Drawing 758\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Array Tools 762\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Changes to an Associative Array 763\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Complex 3D Surfaces 764\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLaying Out a 3D Form 764\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpherical and Cylindrical Coordinate Formats 765\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing a 3D Polyline 766\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Curved 3D Surface 767\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConverting the Surface into a Solid 772\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShaping the Solid 772\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding the Interference Between Two Solids 774\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Tubes with the Sweep Tool 777\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Sweep to Create Complex Forms 779\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Spiral Forms 781\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Surface Models 784\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSlicing a Solid with a Surface 786\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding the Volume of a Cut 787\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Loft Command 790\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving Objects in 3D Space 793\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAligning Objects in 3D Space 793\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving an Object in 3D 795\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRotating an Object in 3D 796\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 797\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 22 Editing and Visualizing 3D Solids 799\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Solid Modeling 799\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Solid Forms 802\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJoining Primitives 802\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCutting Portions Out of a Solid 804\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Complex Solids 806\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTapering an Extrusion 807\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSweeping a Shape on a Curved Path 808\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRevolving a Polyline 809\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing Solids 812\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSplitting a Solid into Two Pieces 812\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRounding Corners with the Fillet Tool 814\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChamfering Corners with the Chamfer Tool 815\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Solid-Editing Tools 816\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStreamlining the 2D Drawing Process 826\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDrawing Standard Top, Front, and Right-Side Views 827\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating 2D Drawings with the Base View Command 830\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding Dimensions and Notes in a Layout 836\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Visual Styles with a Viewport 837\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVisualizing Solids 839\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 849\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 23 Exploring 3D Mesh and Surface Modeling 851\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Simple 3D Mesh 851\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Mesh Primitive 852\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Parts of a Mesh 853\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSmoothing a Mesh 853\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing Faces and Edges 855\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStretching Faces 857\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMoving an Edge 860\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding More Faces 862\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRotating an Edge 865\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding a Crease 866\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSplitting and Extruding a Mesh Face 868\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Mesh Surfaces 871\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRevolved Surface 871\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEdge Surface 873\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRuled Surface 874\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTabulated Surface 875\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConverting Meshes to Solids 876\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding 3D Surfaces 877\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing Surfaces 879\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Extrude, Surface Trim, and Surface Fillet 881\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Surface Blend, Patch, and Offset 883\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Associativity 888\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing with Control Vertices 891\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing with the CV Edit Bar 895\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Holes in a Surface with the Project Geometry Panel 897\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVisualizing Curvature: Understanding the Analysis Panel 898\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 901\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5 Customization and Integration 903\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 24 Customizing the Workspace Environment, Linetypes, and Hatch Patterns 905\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Workspaces 905\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCustomizing the User Interface 907\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a Quick Customization Tour 907\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Customizations In All Files Panel 912\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting the Overall View 915\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding Commands in the Command List 916\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpening Preview, Button Image, and Shortcuts 916\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting to the Core of Customization in the Properties Group 917\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Your Own Ribbon Panels and Menus 918\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCustomizing Ribbon Panel Tools 920\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Macros in Tools and Menus 923\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePausing for User Input 925\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpening an Expanded Text Box for the Macro Option 925\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing Keyboard Shortcuts 926\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSaving, Loading, and Unloading Your Customizations 929\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the DIESEL Macro Language 932\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing DIESEL at the Command Line 932\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing DIESEL in a Custom Menu Macro 934\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing DIESEL as a Menu Bar Option Label 935\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing DIESEL and Fields to Generate Text 936\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Custom Linetypes 938\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eViewing Available Linetypes 939\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a New Linetype 940\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Linetype Code 941\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Complex Linetypes 942\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Hatch Patterns 944\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 947\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 25 Managing and Sharing Your Drawings 949\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSharing Drawings Online 949\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSharing Project Files with eTransmit 950\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Additional Transmittal Setup Options 952\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePublishing Your Drawings 954\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExchanging Drawing Sets 954\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring Other Publish Options 957\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a PDF or DWF File by Using the Plot Dialog Box 959\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSharing Views for Commenting 961\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Shared Views Tool 961\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Autodesk Viewer Web Page 964\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding Hyperlinks to Drawings 965\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Hyperlinks 965\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEditing and Deleting Hyperlinks 968\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a Closer Look at the Hyperlink Options 968\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging Your Drawings with DesignCenter and the Tool Palettes 969\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Familiar with DesignCenter 970\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOpening and Inserting Files with DesignCenter 973\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding and Extracting the Contents of a Drawing 974\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExchanging Data between Open Files 978\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLoading Specific Files into DesignCenter 979\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCustomizing the Tool Palettes with DesignCenter 980\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComparing Drawing Versions to Discover Changes 985\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing the Drawing Compare Tool 985\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at the Compare Tab Tools 987\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstablishing Office Standards 987\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstablishing Layering and Text Conventions 987\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChecking Office Standards 988\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConverting Multiple Layer Settings 993\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExploring Other Layer Translator Options 995\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Bottom Line 996\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 6 Appendices 999\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix A The Bottom Line 1001\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Exploring the Interface 1001\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Creating Your First Drawing 1001\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Setting Up and Using the Drafting Tools 1002\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Organizing Objects with Blocks and Groups 1003\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Keeping Track of Layers and Blocks 1003\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Editing and Reusing Data to Work Efficiently 1004\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Mastering Viewing Tools, Hatches, and External References 1005\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Introducing Printing, Plotting, and Layouts 1005\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Adding Text to Drawings 1006\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Using Fields and Tables 1007\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Using Dimensions 1007\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Using Attributes 1008\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Copying Existing Drawings from Other Sources 1009\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Advanced Editing and Organizing 1010\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Laying Out Your Printer Output 1010\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Making “Smart” Drawings with Parametric Tools 1011\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Using Dynamic Blocks 1012\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Drawing Curves 1012\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: Getting and Exchanging Data from Drawings 1014\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: Creating 3D Drawings 1015\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 21: Using Advanced 3D Features 1016\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 22: Editing and Visualizing 3D Solids 1017\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 23: Exploring 3D Mesh and Surface Modeling 1018\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 24: Customizing the Workspace Environment, Linetypes, and Hatch Patterns 1019\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 25: Managing and Sharing Your Drawings 1020\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppendix B Installing and Setting Up AutoCAD 1021\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBefore Installing AutoCAD 1021\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProceeding with the Installation 1021\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConfiguring AutoCAD 1022\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Files Tab 1023\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Display Tab 1025\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Open And Save Tab 1027\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Plot and Publish Tab 1030\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe System Tab 1030\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe User Preferences Tab 1032\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Drafting Tab 1034\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 3D Modeling Tab 1035\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Selection Tab 1037\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Profiles Tab 1039\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTurning On the Noun\/Verb Selection Method 1040\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTurning on the Grips Feature 1040\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Up the Tracking Vector Feature 1041\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdjusting the AutoCAD 3D Graphics System 1041\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding Folders That Contain AutoCAD Files 1041\u003c\/p\u003e 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