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The bestselling guide to AutoCAD, updated and expanded with new video instruction
Mastering AutoCAD 2017 and AutoCAD LT 2017 is the premier guide to the world´s leading CAD program. With clear explanation, focused examples, and step-by-step instruction, this guide walks you through everything you need to know to use AutoCAD 2017 and AutoCAD LT 2017 effectively. From basic drafting tools to 3D modeling, this book leaves no stone unturned in exploring the full repertoire of AutoCAD capabilities. Hands-on instruction allows for more productive learning, and over an hour´s worth of video provides clarification of crucial techniques. Effective as both a complete tutorial and a dip-in reference, the broadly-applicable concepts and instructions will appeal to AutoCAD users across industries and abilities. This new edition has been thoroughly updated to align with the software´s latest features and capabilities, giving you a one-stop resource for getting up to speed.
AutoCAD is the leading software for 2D and 3D technical drawings, and AutoCAD LT makes the software´s tremendous functionality more accessible for smaller businesses and individuals. This guide shows you how to take full advantage of this powerful design platform, with expert guidance every step of the way.
Get acquainted with the interface and master basic tools
Utilize hatches, fields, cures, solid fills, dynamic blocks, and more
Explore 3D modeling and imaging for more holistic design
Customize the AutoCAD workflow to suit your needs
Whether you´re learning AutoCAD for the first time, upgrading from a previous version, or preparing for a certification exam, you need a thorough reference designed for the way professionals work. Mastering AutoCAD 2017 and AutoCAD LT 2017 is your ideal guide, with complete tutorials, video instruction, and expert advice.
Table of Contents
Introduction xxvii
Part 1 The Basics 1
Chapter 1 Exploring the Interface 3
Taking a Guided Tour 3
Launching AutoCAD 4
The AutoCAD Window 4
Using the Application Menu 8
Using the Ribbon 9
Picking Points in the Drawing Area 14
Using the UCS Icon 15
Working in the Command Window 15
Working with AutoCAD 16
Opening an Existing File 16
Getting a Closer Look 18
Saving a File as You Work 22
Making Changes 22
Working with Multiple Files 23
Adding a Predrawn Symbol with the Tool Palettes 27
The Bottom Line 29
Chapter 2 Creating Your First Drawing 31
Getting to Know the Home Tab's Draw and Modify Panels 31
Starting Your First Drawing 34
Specifying Exact Distances with Coordinates 38
Specifying Polar Coordinates 40
Specifying Relative Cartesian Coordinates 41
Interpreting the Cursor Modes and Understanding Prompts 43
Understanding Cursor Modes 43
Choosing Command Options 45
Selecting Objects 50
Selecting Objects in AutoCAD 50
Providing Base Points 53
Using Noun/Verb Selection 56
Editing with Grips 61
Stretching Lines by Using Grips 62
Moving and Rotating with Grips 64
Understanding Dynamic Input 66
Displaying Data in a Text Window 71
Displaying the Properties of an Object 72
Getting Help 75
Using the InfoCenter 75
Finding Additional Sources of Help 76
The Bottom Line 77
Chapter 3 Setting Up and Using the Drafting Tools 79
Setting Up a Work Area 79
Specifying Units 80
Fine-Tuning the Measurement System 82
Setting Up the Drawing Limits 83
Looking at an Alternative to Limits 85
Understanding Scale Factors 85
Using Polar Tracking 87
Setting the Polar Tracking Angle 88
Exploring the Drawing Process 90
Locating an Object in Reference to Others 90
Getting a Closer Look 91
Modifying an Object 91
Planning and Laying Out a Drawing 95
Making a Preliminary Sketch97
Using the Layout 98
Erasing the Layout Lines 103
Putting on the Finishing Touches 106
Aligning Objects by Using Object Snap Tracking 107
Using the AutoCAD Modes as Drafting Tools 113
Using Grid Mode as a Background Grid 113
Using Snap Modes 116
The Bottom Line 117
Chapter 4 Organizing Objects with Blocks and Groups 119
Creating and Using a Symbol 119
Understanding the Block Definition Dialog Box 121
Inserting a Symbol 123
Scaling and Rotating Blocks 126
Using an Existing Drawing as a Symbol 128
Modifying a Block 130
Unblocking and Redefi ning a Block 130
Saving a Block as a Drawing File 132
Replacing Existing Files with Blocks 133
Understanding the Write Block Dialog Box Options 134
Other Uses for Blocks 134
Understanding the Annotation Scale 135
Grouping Objects 138
Modifying Members of a Group 140
Ungrouping, Adding, and Subtracting from a Group 143
Working with the Object Grouping Dialog Box 144
Working with the AutoCAD LT Group Manager 146
The Bottom Line 147
Chapter 5 Keeping Track of Layers and Blocks 149
Organizing Information with Layers 149
Creating and Assigning Layers 150
Working on Layers 157
Controlling Layer Visibility 161
Finding the Layers You Want 163
Taming an Unwieldy List of Layers 164
Assigning Linetypes to Layers 171
Adding a Linetype to a Drawing 172
Controlling Lineweights 176
Keeping Track of Blocks and Layers 177
Getting a Text File List of Layers or Blocks 177
The Bottom Line 179
Part 2 Mastering Intermediate Skills 181
Chapter 6 Editing and Reusing Data to Work Efficiently 183
Creating and Using Templates 184
Creating a Template 184
Using a Template 185
Copying an Object Multiple Times 186
Making Circular Copies 186
Making Row and Column Copies 188
Fine-Tuning Your View 190
Finishing the Kitchenette 192
Array Along a Path 193
Making Changes to an Associative Array 194
Developing Your Drawing 198
Importing Settings 199
Using Osnap Tracking to Place Objects 201
Finding an Exact Distance Along a Curve 218
Changing the Length of Objects 220
Creating a New Drawing by Using Parts from Another Drawing 221
Eliminating Unused Blocks, Layers, Linetypes, Shapes, Styles, and Morec222
The Bottom Linec224
Chapter 7 Mastering Viewing Tools, Hatches, and External References 225
Assembling the Parts 225
Taking Control of the AutoCAD Display 229
Understanding Regeneration and Redrawing 229
Saving Views 230
Understanding the Frozen Layer Option 233
Using Hatch Patterns in Your Drawings 235
Placing a Hatch Pattern in a Specific Area 235
Adding Predefined Hatch Patterns 237
Positioning Hatch Patterns Accurately 239
Updating a Block from an External File 240
Changing the Hatch Area 242
Modifying a Hatch Pattern 243
Understanding the Boundary Hatch Options 245
Controlling Boundaries with the Boundaries Panel 245
Fine-Tuning the Boundary Behavior 245
Controlling Hatch Behavior with the Options Panel 246
Controlling Hatch Default Layer, Layout Scale, and ISO Line Weight 247