Download or read book The AutoCAD Programming and Customizing Quick Reference written by Ralph Grabowski and published by Delmar Thomson Learning. This book was released on 1997 with total page 534 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This reference covers all aspects of programming and customising AutoCAD. Syntax, example usage, related functions and tips are given for each of the functions, which are listed alphabetically for easier access
Download or read book The AutoCAD Programming and Customizing Quick Reference R13 written by Ralph Grabowski and published by . This book was released on 1997 with total page 500 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT All in One Desk Reference For Dummies written by David Byrnes and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2006-08-07 with total page 822 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: AutoCAD is the leading software tool for creating technical and architectural drawings, but it definitely doesn't lead in the "easy to master" category. That's why there's AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies—the perfect way to break a complex topic into bite-size, easy-to-understand pieces. Once you get the hang of using AutoCAD and its slightly less feature-rich cousin, AutoCAD LT, you discover that it offers wonderful advantages. AutoCAD allows you to Create precision to 14 significant digits Re-use portions of your drawings by copying and pasting Draw things full size and print your drawings in any scale Produce drawings that are easier to read when reduced Electronically share and distribute drawings Design in 2D or 3D So obviously, the trick is to speed up that "getting the hang of it" process. That's where AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies comes in especially handy. Ten easy-to-follow minibooks cover every aspect of AutoCAD, including the latest features of AutoCAD 2007, so you can find just what you need to know quickly and easily. You'll get the scoop on AutoCAD basics, such as setting up drawings, finding your way around the interface, and using all the tools Drawing and modifying objects in 2D and annotating your drawings 3D modeling and viewing, working with solids and surfaces, and rendering Understanding how AutoCAD LT differs from AutoCAD and deciding which program you need Advanced drafting skills, including organizing drawings, working with blocks, and using AutoCAD utilities Setting up your drawings for plotting to paper and publishing Sharing your drawings online for collaboration Customizing and programming AutoCAD to make it work the way you want it to In the familiar, friendly For Dummies fashion, AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies gives you plain-English explanations and step-by-step directions. Written by a pair of AutoDesk Authorized Authors, this handy guide will help make your relationship with AutoCAD a happy and productive one.
Download or read book The Illustrated AutoCAD Quick Reference written by Ralph Grabowski and published by Singular. This book was released on 1993 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Grab on to the power of AutoCAD Release 12 with this new reference. Each page offers clear, direct information on a single command or function of AutoCAD for quick application to a specific tutorial or to a full-blown project. Covers A.M.E. 2.0 shading and rendering commands and the new Release 12 user interface, with illustrations on commands and structure to ease learning.
Download or read book Autocad Variables Quick Reference written by Seth LYNTH and published by . This book was released on 2018-11-16 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book provides a quick reference on how to customize or change settings of the AutoCad software without doing an extensive research or flipping through the AutoCad software manual for a variable you forgot or do not remember how to use. It is a good source of information for the variables and commands used most often and it is based on information found on AutoCad software forums and feedback and comments received from different professional AutoCad software users (operators and engineers) in engineering industry.
Download or read book AutoCAD for Dummies Quick Reference written by Ellen Finkelstein and published by For Dummies. This book was released on 1995 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Quick Reference contains easy-to-read and comprehensive information about the world's most popular computer-aided design program. Because of the complexity of the program, the Quick Reference is a necessary guide to users of all levels. It includes a crash course in how to use AutoCAD. Cross-referenced to AutoCAD For Dummies.
Download or read book AutoCAD Platform Customization written by Lee Ambrosius and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-04-08 with total page 524 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Boost productivity and streamline your workflow with expert AutoCAD: VBA programming instruction AutoCAD Platform Customization: VBA is the definitive guide to personalizing AutoCAD and the various programs that run on the AutoCAD platform, including AutoCAD Architecture, Civil 3D, Plant 3D, and more. Written by an Autodesk insider with years of customization and programming experience, this book features detailed discussions backed by real-world examples and easy-to-follow tutorials that illustrate each step in the personalization process. Readers gain expert guidance toward managing layouts and external references, changing the menu and other interface items, creating forms, and communicating with Office applications—all designed to streamline the workspace and improve productivity. An additional resources appendix, downloadable datasets, and customization examples provide extra information and tools that allow users to implement the most advanced customizations. Autodesk's AutoCAD platform is the basis for much of the software that is integral to the modern design and engineering processes. VBA allows users to customize the AutoCAD interface and other features to increase screen real estate, create macros, validate drawing information, and more, leaving less repetition, fewer distractions, and more time for design. AutoCAD Platform Customization: VBA walks readers through the many options available, teaching them to: Create, modify, annotate, and view drawing objects Interact comfortably with the application, open documents, and the user Manage external data, communicate with other applications, and define user forms Debug custom programs and handle errors Customization allows users to keep their favorite tools at their fingertips, and put away the ones they don't need. For AutoCAD users looking to streamline their workflow, AutoCAD Platform Customization: VBA provides expert instruction and insider advice.
Download or read book The AutoCAD Reference Guide written by Dorothy Kent and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: PREFACE Getting Faster Answers About AutoCAD Whether you are a beginning AutoCAD user, a part-time user, or even a long-standing user, it is virtually impossible to remember every nuance and every option for every AutoCAD command and variable. We have all had questions like "Can I do it this way with that command?" or "How do I get this sequence to work?" It is more important to know where to find information about AutoCAD commands than to remember it all. This reference guide is designed to give you fast access to AutoCAD's commands, variables, and key topics. Each command, variable, and topic is presented alphabetically and described simply and to the point. The complexities of commands and variables are explained with tips and warnings learned from experience. Why This Book Is Different This guide pulls AutoCAD commands, variables, and topics into one easy-to-use refer ence that brings important information about every AutoCAD command and variable to your fmgertips. The guide is not limited to a mere listing of commands and variables and what they do. It also helps you ¢ Find commands and variables quickly to get key descriptions ¢ Get tips and warnings that will save you time ¢ See example sequences and screen shots illustrating how to use commands and variables ¢ Identify variables for use with commands, menu macros, and AutoLISP Who Does This Book Benefit? This book is intended to be used by a person having some basic knowledge of AutoCAD.
Download or read book AutoCAD Platform Customization written by Lee Ambrosius and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-04-27 with total page 1220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take control of AutoCAD for a more efficient, streamlined workflow AutoCAD Platform Customization is the most comprehensive guide to streamlining and personalizing the AutoCAD platform. The AutoLISP and VBA programming languages open up a myriad of customization options, and this book provides expert guidance toward applying them to AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Plant 3D, and other programs based on the Autodesk AutoCAD platform. Detailed discussions backed by real-world examples and step-by-step tutorials provide user-friendly instruction, and downloadable datasets allow for hands-on learning. Through customization you can increase screen real estate, streamline workflows, and create more accurate drawings by unleashing powerful programming languages that allow the user to command the software how to work, instead of the other way around. AutoCAD customization is commonly performed by system administrators and CAD managers, but senior drafters and savvy users are increasingly taking customization into their own hands. AutoLISP and VBA are two popular and versatile tools that allow for going beyond the boundaries of normal user interface customization options, allowing users to: Enforce drawing and CAD standards, and automate repetitive tasks Customize the workspace, including tool sets, ribbon tabs and panels, and palettes Modify graphical objects, set system variables, integrate with external software, and more Manage blocks, change the interface, create dialog boxes, and communicate with Microsoft Office applications The ideal design environment puts the tools you need right at your fingertips, removes unnecessary steps, and fosters precision through good communication. Customizing, including applying AutoLISP and VBA to AutoCAD, enables all of this and much more. For the designer who needs to work smarter because it's impossible to work any harder, AutoCAD Platform Customization provides the key information, insight, and techniques that will help to increase your productivity with AutoCAD.
Download or read book AutoCAD 2009 and AutoCAD LT 2009 All in One Desk Reference For Dummies written by Lee Ambrosius and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-08-04 with total page 794 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nobody ever said AutoCAD was easy, which is why you need AutoCAD & AutoCAD LT 2009 All-In-One Desk Reference for Dummies! These nine minibooks cover all the stuff you need to know to set up AutoCAD for 2D or 3D, create drawings, modify and share them, publish your work, and more. There’s even a minibook devoted to increasing your options with AutoCAD LT! This one-stop guide to creating great technical drawings using AutoCAD 2009 shows you how to navigate the AutoCAD interface, set up drawings, use basic and precision tools, and use drawing objects. You’ll learn how to annotate your drawings, use dimensioning and hatching, and work with AutoCAD’s new Annotation Scaling feature. You’ll also find out how to work with solids, texture surfaces, add lighting, and much more. Discover how to Navigate the AutoCAD interface Work with lines, shapes, and curves Add explanatory text Understand AutoCAD LT’s limitations Render your drawings Create and manage blocks Use AutoCAD advanced drafting techniques Comply with CAD management and standards Share your work with others Customize the AutoCAD interface, tools, and more Complete with Web links to advanced information on navigating the AutoCAD programming interfaces, using custom programs, getting started with AutoLISP, and working with Visual Basic for AutoCAD, AutoCAD & AutoCAD LT 2009 All-In-One Desk Reference for Dummies is the only comprehensive AutoCAD guide you’ll ever need.
Download or read book AutoCAD Reference Guide written by Dorothy Kent and published by New Riders Publishing. This book was released on 1989 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide is a compact reference to essential AutoCAD functions and commands. Included are a command index and listing of all menu commands, plus functions for each version of AutoCAD including release 10.
Download or read book The Illustrated AutoCAD 2010 Quick Reference written by Ralph Grabowski and published by Concept Media. This book was released on 2009-05-01 with total page 1008 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE ILLUSTRATED AUTOCAD® 2010 QUICK REFERENCE, International Edition is an excellent and up-to-date AutoCAD® reference that provides a rich range of useful detail for so many commands and functions, making it a popular resource for so many.This book lists all standard AutoCAD® commands in alphabetical order, providing clear descriptions of each command’s function and options. Every listing includes cross-references to related commands, system variables and/or files, taking the guesswork out of executing AutoCAD® commands to their full potential. Every method of accessing each command is featured, including commands not documented by Autodesk®.
Download or read book AutoCAD Platform Customization written by Lee Ambrosius and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2015-04-16 with total page 1220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Take control of AutoCAD for a more efficient, streamlined workflow AutoCAD Platform Customization is the most comprehensive guide to streamlining and personalizing the AutoCAD platform. The AutoLISP and VBA programming languages open up a myriad of customization options, and this book provides expert guidance toward applying them to AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Plant 3D, and other programs based on the Autodesk AutoCAD platform. Detailed discussions backed by real-world examples and step-by-step tutorials provide user-friendly instruction, and downloadable datasets allow for hands-on learning. Through customization you can increase screen real estate, streamline workflows, and create more accurate drawings by unleashing powerful programming languages that allow the user to command the software how to work, instead of the other way around. AutoCAD customization is commonly performed by system administrators and CAD managers, but senior drafters and savvy users are increasingly taking customization into their own hands. AutoLISP and VBA are two popular and versatile tools that allow for going beyond the boundaries of normal user interface customization options, allowing users to: Enforce drawing and CAD standards, and automate repetitive tasks Customize the workspace, including tool sets, ribbon tabs and panels, and palettes Modify graphical objects, set system variables, integrate with external software, and more Manage blocks, change the interface, create dialog boxes, and communicate with Microsoft Office applications The ideal design environment puts the tools you need right at your fingertips, removes unnecessary steps, and fosters precision through good communication. Customizing, including applying AutoLISP and VBA to AutoCAD, enables all of this and much more. For the designer who needs to work smarter because it's impossible to work any harder, AutoCAD Platform Customization provides the key information, insight, and techniques that will help to increase your productivity with AutoCAD.
Download or read book AutoCAD written by Dan Abbott and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2007-01-10 with total page 469 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "I've been using AutoCAD for 22 years and have written a hundred books on the subject. I reviewed many CAD books back in the days when book reviews were common in CAD publications; some were innovative, others were just sad. But for nearly a decade, it's been mostly silence on the book review front. Then earlier in the summer, a book arrived in the mail from Sybex: AutoCAD Secrets Every User Should Know by Dan Abbott. Reading it, I got excited: here's a book for every AutoCAD user, even old-timers like me." - Ralph Grabowski, Editor, upFront.eZine.com: The Business of CAD Learn the "why" behind the "how" in this one-of-a-kind reference packed with tips and techniques from award-winning AutoCAD expert Dan Abbott. This info-packed guide reveals some of the best kept AutoCAD secrets on technical standards, AutoLISP programming, DOS functions, scripts, 3D, and everything in between. Based on his popular "Things Every AutoCAD User Should Know" session at Autodesk University and other industry events, Dan gives you the answers to frequently asked AutoCAD questions in his direct and entertaining style while using real-world case studies to put your skills into practice. Read it cover to cover or dive right in to the sections you need most, then get ready to improve your productivity, save more time, and become an AutoCAD all-star.
Download or read book The Illustrated AutoCAD 2011 Quick Reference written by Ralph Grabowski and published by Autodesk Press. This book was released on 2011 with total page 1083 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE ILLUSTRATED AUTOCAD 2011 QUICK REFERENCE is the ideal up-to-date AutoCAD reference that will provide readers with a range of useful details for numerous commands and functions, making it an essential resource.This book catalogs all standard AutoCAD commands in alphabetical order, concisely describing the function of each command and its options. Every listing includes cross-references to related commands, system variables and/or files, taking the guesswork out of executing AutoCAD commands to their full potential. Every method of accessing each command is featured, including commands not documented by Autodesk.
Download or read book Mastering AutoCAD 2018 and AutoCAD LT 2018 written by George Omura and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2017-05-01 with total page 1093 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 30th Anniversary of the bestselling AutoCAD reference - fully updated for the 2018 release Mastering AutoCAD 2018 and AutoCAD LT 2018 is the complete tutorial and reference every design and drafting professional needs. Step-by-step instructions coupled with concise explanation walk you through everything you need to know about the latest AutoCAD tools and techniques; read through from beginning to end for complete training, or dip in as needed to for quick reference—it's all here. Hands-on projects teach you practical skills that apply directly to real-world projects, and the companion website features the accompanying project files and other bonus content to help you master every crucial technique. This new edition has been updated to include the latest AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT capabilities, so your skills will transfer directly to real-world projects. With expert guidance and a practical focus, this complete reference is your ultimate resource for mastering this powerful software. AutoCAD is a critical skill in the design fields; whether you're preparing for a certification exam, or just want to become more productive with the software, this book will help you: Master the basic drafting tools that you'll use in every project Work with hatches, fields, tables, attributes, dynamic blocks, and other intermediate tools Turn your 2D drawing into a 3D model with advanced modeling and imaging techniques Customize AutoCAD to fit the way you work, integrate outside data, and much more If you're new to AutoCAD, this book will be your "bible;" if you're an experienced user, this book will introduce you to unfamiliar tools and techniques, and show you tips and tricks that streamline your workflow.
Download or read book The Illustrated AutoCAD Quick Reference written by Ralph Grabowski and published by Cengage Learning. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide catalogs all standard AutoCAD commands in alphbetical order, concisely describing their functions and options.