When it came to 3D modeling it used to be that once a 3D solid was created, if it needed to be changed, it was almost faster to just create the object over again… then “The Presspull” tool came along and it was one of the best functions to be introduced (a few years back), [...]
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Strike One… Strikethrough… and other text enhancements.
AutoCAD 2013 has also added a few more text features to improve its capabilities and ease of use. The first added feature is the new Strikethrough style that spans its functionality into Mtext, Mleader, Dimension and Table components. Just turn on during the text command or edit existing objects by highlighting the section you want [...]
Cloud 9… or is it Cloud 360
There has been a lot of buzz going around about “Autodesk 360”, (or “Cloud Computing”) but I have found that not everyone knows what it is or what it is used for. So in this blog I just want to give out some information so you can decide if putting your head in the Cloud [...]
Unraveling the mystery of Blocks & Layer Zero…
I still from time to time get questions (or Opinions) from people about what is the proper way to Create and Insert Blocks when it comes to Layer Zero (0). Some say create all your blocks on layer Zero, some say Don’t! The short answer is either way you like it… Just understand what is [...]
To Group or not to Group… Blocks Vs Groups
Both Blocks and Groups are a collection of AutoCAD objects treated as a single object, so how do I determine when to use one over the other? The first thing you have to ask yourself is how you plan on using the objects. The main things to consider are; If you are going to need [...]
New Marketing Tool to showcase your firm’s capabilities
If you haven’t noticed with decline in the economy, only the strongest Companies have been able to thrive in what little construction is going on. How would you define what is a strong company? It’s simple; it’s the ones that are winning all the work! Yes, I believe the economy will recover in time, as [...]
Got Service Pack 1?
Earlier this year, I was shocked to learn that Autodesk had removed the Classic Array Command completely in their initial 2012 release of AutoCAD. I thought they knew their AutoCAD customers better than that…? But, I am happy to report that they listened to your feedback and brought back the Classic Array functionality called ARRAYCLASSIC [...]
Get a “Better” Grip… Multifunctional Grips
Today, I am going to point out how great the New Multifunctional Grips are… imagine a world where all you have to do to edit something is to hover your curser over it and it lists all of the relevant options that are available to you in accordance with “that grip”. You then simply pick [...]
When Push comes to Nudge…
The Nudge Functionality Moving objects in AutoCAD has always been a must and AutoCAD has always provided different ways to do this by using some type of editing command like Move or Stretch, or by using automated commands like Grip Editing… well Autodesk has now added one more new automated feature called Nudge. The New [...]
HURRAY for ARRAY!
… Another Great Added feature In AutoCAD 2012! In the new release, you can save time and maintain a set of relationships between arrayed objects from windows on the exterior of a building to columns or trusses in a bridge. In addition to Rectangular and Polar, the array command now has the capability to array [...]
