AutoCAD X & autoCAD LT X

AutoCAD is the leading drawing software, used by design and drafting professionals to create 2D and 3D technical drawings, this book presents novice AutoCAD users with the program's basics so that they can quickly achieve results. Teaches AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT essentials to new users with concise explanations, focused examples and a tutorial project throughout the book. Introduces readers to the AutoCAD interface, basic commands, creating drawings, and advanced features (grouping, elevations, hatches, text in drawings). Features the most thorough update ever, fully incorporating such key technologies as sheet sets, dynamic blocks, Xrefs, and 3D design features.

Introduction.

1. Getting to know AutoCAD.

2. Basic Commands to Get Started.

3. Setting Up a Drawing.

4. Gaining Drawing Strategies: Part 1.

5. Gaining Drawing Strategies: Part 2.

6. Using Layers to Organize Your Drawing.

7. Grouping Objects into Blocks.

8. Controlling Text in a Drawing.

9. Dynamic Blocks and Tables.

10. Generating Elevations.

11. Working with Hatches and Fills.

12. Dimensioning a Drawing.

13. Managing External References.

14. Using Layouts and Sheet Sets.

15. Printing an AutoCAD Drawing.

16. Creating 3D Geometry.

17. Materials and Animation.

Glossary.

Index.