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AutoCAD Tutorials

AutoCAD DIVIDE Command for Column Tie Detailing

February 1, 2022

https://youtu.be/Ow6CJlomk8M A tip on how to use the DIVIDE command in AutoCAD drafting software. In this video tutorial I show you how to copy a column tie type detail with 10 vertical reinforcement bars and change it to 26 vertical reinforcement bars and ties modified to suit. … [Read more...] about AutoCAD DIVIDE Command for Column Tie Detailing

How to background mask text in AutoCAD

January 26, 2022

https://youtu.be/cXel_S3rGo4 A background mask on text makes it easier to read because the linework under it is hidden. Here is now to do this in AutoCAD drafting software. … [Read more...] about How to background mask text in AutoCAD

Build new skills with free courses from Autodesk

October 13, 2021

Set yourself up for success! Build new skills with free courses from Autodesk. Start Now You can assure your own success by investing in forward-leaning skills now, so when change comes, you’ll be ready to seize the opportunities that appear. Future-proof your skills. Autodesk® learning pathways reflect the skills needed for industry convergence, so they prepare you … [Read more...] about Build new skills with free courses from Autodesk

Opening AutoCAD 2022 for The First Time and What is New

April 12, 2021

AutoCAD 2022 has been released. Watch me open it for the first time after install. Let's see what happens! We will also do a review on what is new and discuss if any of the updates are of interest. And I will field test two of the new features; count and floating drawing windows. https://youtu.be/a4sUUtu5TG0 … [Read more...] about Opening AutoCAD 2022 for The First Time and What is New

AutoCAD Tutorial – The power of the XREF!

February 15, 2021

XREF; one of AutoCAD's most useful commands. In this video tutorial, learn how to use an XREF for your project. See how XREF has been used in a real live project. And learn some power tips and tricks when using external references for DWG files. https://youtu.be/ooOQROPGHz4 … [Read more...] about AutoCAD Tutorial – The power of the XREF!

AutoCAD Tutorial – How to export a DXF file and view it

November 9, 2020

In 1982 we got the AutoCAD DXF file format. An open source vector based drawing exchange format. Many a software package can import this CAD file. Watch this video to learn how to export it from AutoCAD and how to view it in Autodesk's free online viewer. https://youtu.be/lQNfwjG3U0w … [Read more...] about AutoCAD Tutorial – How to export a DXF file and view it

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