This how-to and reference manual is guaranteed to put users on the fast track to mastering MICROSTATION! Cleverly engineered project and lab exercises harness the power of V8i functionality, guiding users to increased productivity. Loaded with screen shots and menu illustrations, this edition features expanded discussion of element modification, reference file usage and manipulation, new Internet utilities, plus leading-edge 3D design and rendering techniques. Detailed instructions for seamless access to compatible file formats, dimensioning styles, and sophisticated system-level data are also included, making this the ultimate guide for novices as well as users upgrading to V8i or migrating to MICROSTATION from other CAD applications.