Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
one for people who use color-dependent plot styles and one for people who use
named plot styles. You probably want the color-dependent versions. (Chapter 16
describes the two kinds of plot styles and why you probably want the color-de-
pendent variety.) I warned you that this drawing setup stuff would be complic-
ated!
Making the Most of Model Space
After you've decided on drawing scale and sheet size, you're ready to set up your draw-
ing. Most drawings require a two-part setup:
1. Set up model space, where you'll create most of your drawing.
2. Create one or more paper space layouts for plotting.
As I explain in Chapter 2, model space is the infinitely large, three-dimensional environ-
ment in which you create the “real” objects you're drawing. You can set up your model
space as described in this section; Chapter 5 introduces you to setting up your paper
space layouts.
Setting your units
First, set the linear and angular units that you want to use in your new drawing. The fol-
lowing procedure describes how:
1. Click the Application button and then choose Units from the Drawing Utilities
group.
The Drawing Units dialog box appears, as shown in Figure 4-4.
