Your guide to Essential AutoCAD Techniques








In this newest edition of his indispensable book, bestselling AutoCAD author and expert George Omura offers a practical and comprehensive guide to help you easily and efficiently learn the basics of AutoCAD. His straightforward explanations and task-based approach--thoroughly updated for AutoCAD 2007 and AutoCAD LT 2007--make this practical book more valuable than ever.





Whether you're new to AutoCAD or just looking for a quick refresher, you'll find the authoritative instruction you need. Become familiar with all the drafting tools of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT and learn how to:


? Master the basics of drawing and editing in AutoCAD


? Create 3D models and use the new modeling tools


? Add and edit notes and dimensions


? Understand the fundamentals of 2D drawing


? Get organized with layers, blocks, groups, and external references


? Find areas and distances quickly


? Extract hidden data


? Set up AutoCAD to work with your printer