Mastering AutoCAD 2002 vs X

The Classic AutoCAD Authority--and Still the Ultimate AutoCAD Authority

Mastering AutoCAD 2002, the fully updated edition of Omura's classic, continues to be your one-stop authority on the latest release of AutoCAD. If you're new to this powerful design tool, you'll get started using AutoCAD right away thanks to the tutorial approach and step-by-step instruction. If you're an experienced user, you'll benefit from in-depth explanations of AutoCAD's newest and most advanced features, including database connectivity, support for splines and polylines, and 3D modeling and rendering. No matter what your experience level or how you use AutoCAD, this is an indispensable resource that you'll keep on your desk and refer to again and again. Coverage includes

• Finding your way around the AutoCAD interface
• Creating and developing an AutoCAD drawing
• Managing your drawing projects
• Controlling your drawings' printed output
• Improving your efficiency and precision
• Aligning points with existing elements
• Previewing your drawings using WYSIWYG plotting
• Discovering hidden or hard-to-find features
• Working with multiple documents
• Mastering the 3D modeling and rendering process
• Customizing AutoCAD
• Collaborating with others on large AutoCAD projects
• Taking advantage of AutoCAD's Internet features
• Linking drawings to databases and spreadsheets
• Combining tools to accomplish complex tasks

CONTENTS AT A GLANCE

Introduction

Part 1: The Basics

Chapter 1: This Is AutoCAD

Chapter 2: Creating Your First Drawing

Chapter 3: Learning the Tools of the Trade

Chapter 4: Organizing Your Work

Part 2: Building on the Basics

Chapter 5: Editing for Productivity

Chapter 6: Enhancing Your Drawing Skills

Chapter 7: Printing and Plotting

Chapter 8: Adding Text to Drawings

Chapter 9: Using Dimensions

Part 3: Becoming an Expert

Chapter 10: Storing and Linking Data with Graphics

Chapter 11: Working with Paper Drawings and Raster Images

Chapter 12: Advanced Editing Methods

Chapter 13: Drawing Curves and Solid Fills

Chapter 14: Getting and Exchanging Data from Drawings

Part 4: Modeling and Imaging in 3D

Chapter 15: Introducing 3D

Chapter 16: Using Advanced 3D Features

Chapter 17: 3D Rendering in AutoCAD

Chapter 18: Mastering 3D Solids

Part 5: Customization and Integration

Chapter 19: Introduction to Customization

Chapter 20: Sharing Drawings over the Internet

Chapter 21: Managing and Sharing Your Drawings

Appendix A: Hardware and Software Tips

Appendix B: Installing and Setting Up AutoCAD

Index