Graphics Reference
In-Depth Information
In this example, you can see that the
limits
of the drawing are from 0,0
(lower left-hand corner) to 12,9 (upper right-hand corner). This is your
working area.
We will learn how to change
limits
in upcoming chapters.
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1.8 UNITS AND SPACES
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One of the vague facts about AutoCAD is that it does not deal with a certain
length unit while drafting. Take note of the following points:
AutoCAD deals with AutoCAD units.
An AutoCAD unit can be anything you want. It can be a meter, centimeter,
millimeter, inch, or foot.
All of these options are correct as long as you remember your chosen
option and stay consistent in both X and Y.
Also, there are two spaces in AutoCAD,
Model Space
and
Paper Space
(Layout)
. You can switch between the two spaces using the
Status Bar
.
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Paper Space (Layout) button
Model Space button
