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Introduction
Welcome
Tips and Tricks
01-Using ARRAY and ARRAYCLASSIC
02-Using FIELDS in MTEXT
03-Freezing layers in the current viewport
04-Using WBLOCK to edit and replace blocks
05-Using DesignCenter with AutoCAD blocks
06-Using measure to obtain accurate drawing information
07-Using layer properties for layer management
08-Using the new centerline commands
09-Using DIMREASSOCIATE to maintain dimension accuracy
10-Using the QAT to set up a customized workspace
11-Using markup tools to create a revision schedule
12-Utilizing named views to manage the Model tab
13-Using the AutoCAD calculator to your advantage
14-Using Quick Select to speed up the selection process
15-Using layer settings for effective layer control
16-Setting AutoCAD point styles
17-Setting multiple point objects
18-Using the MEASURE command
19-Using the DIVIDE command
20-Creating different revision cloud types
21-Creating a region from 2D objects
22-Using EXTRUDE to create 3D solids
23-Using visual styles to develop 3D views
24-Using Match Properties effectively
25-Using transparency in AutoCAD drawings
26-Using Hide and Isolate to draw effectively
27-Using the Group Manager to set up groups in AutoCAD
28-Using LTGAPSELECTION in AutoCAD
29-Using SELECTIONOFFSCREEN in AutoCAD
30-Using PDFSHXTEXT in AutoCAD
31-Using the DIMBREAK command
32-Using the DIMSPACE command
33-Creating a dimension jog line
34-Using DesignCenter
35-Working with insertion scales
Exercise Files