Mastering Autocad 2021 and Autocad Lt 2021

Informationen zum Autor Brian C. Benton is a CAD manager, civil designer, CAD service provider, technical writer, and blogger. He has more than 27 years of experience in various design fields (mechanical, structural, civil, survey, marine, environmental) and is well versed in many design software packages (CAD, GIS, and graphics). He has been Cadalyst magazine's Tip Patroller , AUGI HotNews production manager, and Infinite Skills' AutoCAD training video author. George Omura is a licensed architect and Autodesk Authorized Author with more than 30 years' experience in architecture. He has used AutoCAD for over two decades and worked on design projects ranging from resort hotels to metropolitan transit systems and the San Francisco Library project. He is the all-time best-selling AutoCAD author and is a graduate of the University of California at Berkeley. Klappentext Give life to your designs and keep your CAD skills fresh with Mastering AutoCAD 2021 and Mastering AutoCAD LT 2021AutoCAD 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 Mastering AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT. 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, Mastering AutoCAD 2021 and AutoCAD LT 2021 gives CAD professionals command of the software's core functions and complex capabilities.* Develop AutoCAD drawings from concept to creation* Use hatches, fields, and tables* Work with dynamic blocks, attributes, drawing curves, and solid fills* Apply 3D modeling and imaging techniques* Customize your interface and configure template settings and styles* Get ready for the Autodesk AutoCAD Certification examWhether you're seeking on-the-job certification or just looking to dream big and draw, Mastering AutoCAD 2021 and AutoCAD LT 2021 is the ultimate guide to all things AutoCAD. Zusammenfassung Give life to your designs and keep your CAD skills fresh with Mastering AutoCAD 2021 and Mastering AutoCAD LT 2021AutoCAD 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 Mastering AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT. 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, Mastering AutoCAD 2021 and AutoCAD LT 2021 gives CAD professionals command of the software's core functions and complex capabilities.* Develop AutoCAD drawings from concept to creation* Use hatches, fields, and tables* Work with dynamic blocks, attributes, drawing curves, and solid fills* Apply 3D modeling and imaging techniques* Customize your interface and configure template settings and styles* Get ready for the Autodesk AutoCAD Certification examWhether you're seeking on-the-job certification or just looking to dream big and draw, Mastering AutoCAD 2021 and AutoCAD LT 2021 is the ultimate guide to all things AutoCAD. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction xxvii Part 1 The Basics 1 Chapter 1 Exploring the Interface 3 Taking a Guided Tour 3 Launching AutoCAD 4 The AutoCAD Window 5 Using the Application Menu 8 Using the Ribbon 10 Picking Points in the Drawing Area 15

Table des matières

Introduction xxvii
 
Part 1 The Basics 1
 
Chapter 1 Exploring the Interface 3
 
Taking a Guided Tour 3
 
Launching AutoCAD 4
 
The AutoCAD Window 5
 
Using the Application Menu 8
 
Using the Ribbon 10
 
Picking Points in the Drawing Area 15
 
Using the UCS Icon 16
 
Working in the Command Window 16
 
Working with AutoCAD 17
 
Opening an Existing File 17
 
Getting a Closer Look 18
 
Saving a File as You Work 22
 
Making Changes 23
 
Working with Multiple Files 24
 
Adding a Predrawn Symbol with the Tool Palettes 28
 
The Bottom Line 31
 
Chapter 2 Creating Your First Drawing 33
 
Getting to Know the Home Tab's Draw and Modify Panels 33
 
Starting Your First Drawing 36
 
Specifying Exact Distances with Coordinates 41
 
Specifying Polar Coordinates 42
 
Specifying Relative Cartesian Coordinates 44
 
Interpreting the Cursor Modes and Understanding Prompts 45
 
Understanding Cursor Modes 46
 
Choosing Command Options 47
 
Selecting Objects 52
 
Selecting Objects in AutoCAD 53
 
Providing Base Points 55
 
Using Noun/Verb Selection 59
 
Editing with Grips 64
 
Stretching Lines by Using Grips 64
 
Moving and Rotating with Grips 66
 
Understanding Dynamic Input 69
 
Displaying Data in a Text Window 74
 
Displaying the Properties of an Object 75
 
Getting Help 78
 
Using the InfoCenter 78
 
Finding Additional Sources of Help 79
 
The Bottom Line 79
 
Chapter 3 Setting Up and Using the Drafting Tools 81
 
Setting Up a Work Area 81
 
Specifying Units 82
 
Fine-Tuning the Measurement System 84
 
Setting Up the Drawing Limits 85
 
Looking at an Alternative to Limits 87
 
Understanding Scale Factors 87
 
Using Polar Tracking 88
 
Setting the Polar Tracking Angle 90
 
Exploring the Drawing Process 91
 
Locating an Object in Reference to Others 92
 
Modifying an Object 93
 
Planning and Laying Out a Drawing 96
 
Making a Preliminary Sketch 98
 
Using the Layout 100
 
Erasing the Layout Lines 106
 
Putting on the Finishing Touches 108
 
Aligning Objects by Using Object Snap Tracking 109
 
Using the AutoCAD Modes as Drafting Tools 114
 
Using Grid Mode as a Background Grid 115
 
Using Snap Modes 117
 
The Bottom Line 118
 
Chapter 4 Organizing Objects with Blocks and Groups 121
 
Creating and Using a Symbol 121
 
Understanding the Block Definition Dialog Box 124
 
Inserting a Symbol 126
 
Scaling and Rotating Blocks 129
 
Using an Existing Drawing as a Symbol 131
 
Modifying a Block 133
 
Unblocking and Redefining a Block 134
 
Saving a Block as a Drawing File 136
 
Replacing Existing Files with Blocks 137
 
Understanding the Write Block Dialog Box Options 138
 
Other Uses for Blocks 138
 
Understanding the Annotation Scale 139
 
Grouping Objects 142
 
Modifying Members of a Group 144
 
Ungrouping, Adding, and Subtracting from a Group 147
 
Working with the Object Grouping Dialog Box 148
 
Working with the AutoCAD LT Group Manager 150
 
The Bottom Line 152
 
Chapter 5 Keeping Track of Layers and Blocks 153
 
Organizing Information with Layers 153
 
Creating and Assigning Layers 154
 
Working on Layers 162
 

Détails du produit

• Auteurs: Brian C Benton, Brian C. Benton, Brian C. Omura Benton, Benton Brian C., George Omura, Omura George
• Edition: Wiley, John and Sons Ltd
• Langues: Anglais
• Format d'édition: Livre de poche
• Sortie: 25.02.2021
• EAN: 9781119715351
• ISBN: 978-1-119-71535-1
• Pages: 1120
• Catégories: Livres de conseils; Sciences naturelles, médecine, informatique, technique > Informatique, ordinateurs > Applications, programmes; AutoCAD 2021, End-User Computing, Computer-Ratgeber, Graphik- u. Designsoftware (außer Microsoft), Graphics & Design software (Non-Microsoft), AutoCAD LT 2021