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MASTERING AUTOCAD 2017 AND AUTOCAD LT 2017
Título:
MASTERING AUTOCAD 2017 AND AUTOCAD LT 2017
Subtítulo:
Autor:
OMURA, GEORGE
Editorial:
JOHN WILEY
Año de edición:
2016
Materia
CAD
ISBN:
978-1-119-24005-1
Páginas:
1080
67,50 €

 

Sinopsis

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