AutoCAD Guides
3 Ways to Convert Spline to Polyline (How to Choose the Best!)
Convert a spline to a polyline in AutoCAD with three methods, handle multiple splines at once, and turn a spline-fit polyline back into a spline.
AutoCAD Guides
Drawing SPLINE in AutoCAD (Best Practices!)
Draw a SPLINE in AutoCAD with the Fit and Control Vertices methods, understand what splines are, and see best practices for working with them.
AutoCAD Tips
How to Calculate the Moment of Inertia in AutoCAD
Calculate the moment of inertia of a simple or complex section in AutoCAD using a Region, from a simple section to a complex one.
AutoCAD Tips
How to Link Tables in AutoCAD
Link cells between different AutoCAD tables with the Insert Formula Cell option, so numeric values update when the master table changes.
AutoCAD Tips
How to Import new Hatch Patterns in AutoCAD (for Windows)
Import new hatch patterns in AutoCAD for Windows by adding .PAT files to the support folder so they appear in the custom hatch list.
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How to Add a Break-Line in Dimensions? AutoCAD Tips!
Add a break line or jog symbol to an AutoCAD dimension with the DIMJOGLINE command to show an object is longer than drawn.
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How to Convert Circle to Polyline in AutoCAD? (3 Simple Tricks!)
Convert a circle to a polyline in AutoCAD with 3 simple tricks using BREAK and PEDIT, DONUT, plus how to turn an arc into a polyline.
AutoCAD Tips
How to Change Background Color in AutoCAD (And Other Color Settings!)
Change the AutoCAD background color for model space and layouts in a few steps, and adjust other drawing window color settings.
AutoCAD Tips
How to Change the Default Save Location in AutoCAD?
Change the default save location in AutoCAD with the Start in path and REMEMBERFOLDERS, plus how to set the default DWG file format when saving.
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How to Use Offset in AutoCAD, an in-depth Article!
Master the AutoCAD OFFSET command: set a distance, use the Through, Erase and Layer options, and make multiple or double-sided offsets.
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How to Add Center Mark and Centerline in AutoCAD
Add a Center Mark to circles and arcs and a Centerline between two lines in AutoCAD, then adjust both dynamically from the Properties palette.
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