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  • Using Grips in AutoCAD

    Using Grips in AutoCAD

    Grips are a very powerful tool and using them helps you to quickly and easily modify drawings without using an editing command.

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  • Measuring Areas in AutoCAD

    Measuring Areas in AutoCAD

    Get 3 simple ways to measure areas in AutoCAD — from quick checks to object-based precision.

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  • Working Effectively in AutoCAD38:52

    Working Effectively in AutoCAD

    In this webcast, we return to the basics and learn how to use tools and features to work effectively and efficiently in AutoCAD.

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  • Inserting blocks using the enhanced Blocks Palette in AutoCAD 202226:31

    Inserting blocks using the enhanced Blocks Palette in AutoCAD 2022

    Learn how the Blocks palette in AutoCAD has evolved, providing users with a convenient way for inserting blocks into the current drawing.

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  • An Introduction to Dynamic Blocks and Creating Custom Tool Palettes with Blocks25:52

    An Introduction to Dynamic Blocks and Creating Custom Tool Palettes with Blocks

    Join our AutoCAD author as she introduces AutoCAD users to dynamic blocks and how they are designed to be easily resized or modified.

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  • Named Views and Layout Viewports in AutoCAD: Webcast Q&A

    Named Views and Layout Viewports in AutoCAD: Webcast Q&A

    Get the answers to the questions that were asked at the end of our webcast on how to create named views in AutoCAD 2025.

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  • Named Views and Layout Viewports in AutoCAD30:42

    Named Views and Layout Viewports in AutoCAD

    Streamline your workflows by learning about named views and layout viewports in the AutoCAD software.

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  • Understanding the Project Manager in AutoCAD Electrical

    Understanding the Project Manager in AutoCAD Electrical

    Learn how to find information about the drawing files in the Project Manager with AutoCAD Electrical.

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  • Improved Productivity with AutoCAD Dynamic Blocks: Webcast Q&A

    Improved Productivity with AutoCAD Dynamic Blocks: Webcast Q&A

    Get the answers to the questions asked during this informative webcast on how to create dynamic blocks in AutoCAD 2025.

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  • Improved Productivity with AutoCAD Dynamic Blocks38:17

    Improved Productivity with AutoCAD Dynamic Blocks

    This webcast explores how to automate your existing AutoCAD blocks to transform them into smart, parametrically driven dynamic blocks.

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  • AutoLISP Commands to Manage System Variables in AutoCAD

    AutoLISP Commands to Manage System Variables in AutoCAD

    Macros are great, but AutoLISP makes automation even smarter! Use a simple LISP program to manage system variables.

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  • Linking Tables in AutoCAD

    Linking Tables in AutoCAD

    Learn how to use the Data Linking feature in AutoCAD with helpful tips in this post.

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  • Using Fields in AutoCAD

    Using Fields in AutoCAD

    Learn how to use fields to automate the area of a region.

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  • Macros and Scripts

    Macros and Scripts

    Creating macros is a great way to streamline your AutoCAD workflows. Learn more in this blog.

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  • System Variables in AutoCAD

    System Variables in AutoCAD

    Learn how system variables can optimize your AutoCAD experience with this first blog in a series of 3 posts.

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  • Revision Clouds in AutoCAD

    Revision Clouds in AutoCAD

    In this blog we show you how to draw attention to a modified part of a drawing using Revision Clouds.

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  • Paper Space in AutoCAD

    Paper Space in AutoCAD

    Get a basic understanding of paper space in AutoCAD and how it is different to model space.

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  • Two Classic AutoCAD Commands

    Two Classic AutoCAD Commands

    AutoCAD can be a complicated program – learn about these two helpful commands to become more comfortable using the software.

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  • CAD Standards

    CAD Standards

    Learn how to configure a standard for your drawings and check your drawings for compliance.

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  • Creating Dynamic Blocks in AutoCAD

    Creating Dynamic Blocks in AutoCAD

    Get an overview of creating dynamic blocks using some of the authoring tools provided in AutoCAD.

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