Graphics Programs Reference
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Appendix A
The Bottom Line
Each of The Bottom Line sections in the chapters suggest exercises to deepen skills and under-
standing. Sometimes there is only one possible solution, but often you are encouraged to use
your skills and creativity to create something that builds on what you know and lets you
explore one of many possible solutions.
Chapter 1: Exploring the AutoCAD Interface
Use the AutoCAD application. AutoCAD is a typical Windows graphics program that
makes use of the menu bar and tools. If you've used other graphics programs, you'll see at
least a few familiar tools.
Master It Name the components of the AutoCAD application you can use to select a
function.
Solution AutoCAD offers the menu bar, the Tool Sets palette, and the status bar.
Get a closer look with the Zoom command. The Zoom command is a common tool in
graphics programs. It enables you to get a closer look at a part of your drawing or to expand
your view to see the big picture.
Master It Name at least two ways of zooming into a view.
Solution Choose options from the Zoom tool from the status bar or right-click and click
Zoom from the shortcut menu.
Save a file as you work. Nothing is more frustrating than having a power failure cause
you to lose hours of work. It's a good idea to save your work frequently. AutoCAD offers an
Automatic Save feature that can be a lifesaver if you happen to forget to save your files.
Master It How often does the AutoCAD Automatic Save feature save your drawing?
Solution Automatic Save saves a copy of a drawing every 10 minutes by default. This
interval can be modified by the user.
Make changes and open multiple files. As with other Mac applications, you can have mul-
tiple files open and exchange data between them.
Master It With two drawings open, how can you copy parts of one drawing into the other?
Solution Use the standard Copy and Paste features of the Mac OS. Select the parts you
want to copy, right-click, select Clipboard, and then Copy. In the other drawing, right-
click in the drawing area, select Clipboard, and then Paste.
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