Mastering AutoCAD 2006 and AutoCAD LT 2006 (Mastering)

"Award-winning author George Omura has been writing about AutoCAD almost as long as we've been making it, and the depth of his knowledge shows." --Shawn Gilmour, AutoCAD Product Line Manager

"Omura's explanations are concise, his graphics are excellent, and his examples are practical." --Cadalyst

The world's best-selling AutoCAD author is back with a fully updated and revised version of his Mastering AutoCAD masterpiece. Mastering AutoCAD 2006 and AutoCAD LT 2006 teaches AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT essentials using concise explanations, focused examples, step-by-step instructions, and hands-on projects. This detailed resource works as both a tutorial and stand-alone reference. Part I introduces the basics of the interface and drafting tools; Part II moves into such intermediate skills as effectively using hatches, fields, and tables; Part III details such advanced skills as attributes, dynamic blocks, drawing curves and solid fills; Part IV explores 3D modeling and imaging; and Part V discusses customization and integration. The CD includes all the project files necessary for the tutorials, a trial version of AutoCAD, and five chapters of advanced material on such topics as Active X and VBA.

Coverage includes:

Efficiently using the improved AutoCAD interface
Creating and developing AutoCAD drawings
Keeping track of your projects with the Sheet Set Manager
Using and manipulating dynamic blocks
Importing spreadhsets and editing tables with the enhanced Table tool
Updating text automatically with the field command
Controlling printed output
Mastering 3D modeling
Customizing AutoCAD using AutoLISP
Linkings drawings to databases and spreadsheets
Managing custom symbols
Securing and authenticating your files
Aligning and coordinating layout views