AutoCAD: Interface
1h 42mBeginner2021-06-08
Authors
Shaun Bryant
Autodesk Certified Instructor in both AutoCAD and Revit Architecture
Course details
AutoCAD 2022 is a powerful designing and drafting software used to create precise 2D and 3D designs. In this course, learn ways to work faster and smarter with the user interface by going beyond the basics covered in Learning AutoCAD and AutoCAD 2022 Essential Training. Shaun Bryant covers how to navigate drawings, create precise drawings, create output in different formats, and work with your drawings on web and mobile. Upon wrapping up this course, you'll be prepared to use AutoCAD competently in any industry—architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, or product design.
Skills covered
AutoCAD2D Drafting and DrawingBIMAutodesk3D ModelingVisualization and Real-TimeAECProduct and ManufacturingAnimation and IllustrationDeep Dive (X:Y)
Concepts
Introduction
- Using the AutoCAD interface
- What you should know before watching this course
- Using the exercise files
- A brief introduction to the AutoCAD 2022 interface
The AutoCAD Interface
- Working with the file tabs
- Using the Navigation Bar
- The shortcut menu
- Using AutoCAD keyboard shortcuts
Navigating Drawings
- Working with the ViewCube
- The mouse and mouse settings
Drawing Accurately
- Using Grid and Snap
- Working with coordinates
- Using Dynamic Input and direct distance entry (DDE)
Object and Layer Properties
- Working with object properties
- Changing the linetype scale
- Using Hide and Isolate
- New layers and the Layer dropdown menu
- Using Layer tools
- Working with layer states
Conclusion
- Next steps