AutoCAD FAQ - Most Popular Articles http://www.cadtutor.net/faq en-us http://www.cadtutor.net/faq ActiveKB NX admin@cadtutor.net Sat, 21 Nov 2009 04:57:06 UTC 20 What computer specification do I need to run AutoCAD? http://www.cadtutor.net/faq/questions/16/ The following is the minimum requirement for a computer to run AutoCAD:AutoCAD 2007:For users focusing on 2D drawing creation Intel Pentium IV recommended Microsoft Windows XP Professional SP2 ... David Watson Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:14:34 GMT How can I convert a DWG file back to an older release? http://www.cadtutor.net/faq/questions/37/ The easiest way to save a drawing file back to an older format is to use the SAVEAS command and select the format required under 'Files of Type'. This table shows backward compatibility for AutoCA ... David Bethel Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:21:35 GMT How do I open a .BAK file? http://www.cadtutor.net/faq/questions/36/ To locate a .BAK file, ensure hidden files are set to 'show'. In Windows Explorer, go to ToolsFolder optionsViewand in the Advanced settingsHidden Files and Foldersunclick 'Hide extensions for kn ... David Watson Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:18:36 GMT What is the difference between AutoCAD (full) and AutoCAD LT? http://www.cadtutor.net/faq/questions/21/ AutoCAD LT primarily differs from AutoCAD (full) in that it does not have 3D capability*, Lisp customization, or Express Tools. As new versions of AutoCAD have been released, and some Express T ... David Watson Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:13:39 GMT How do I make a PDF drawing? http://www.cadtutor.net/faq/questions/4/ A common misconception about PDF drawings is that the process is to convert a DWG file format to a PDF file format. A PDF file is a digital 'paper' plot of the drawing, not an actual hardcopy pa ... Tannar Frampton Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:15:24 GMT The Scroll Wheel button on my mouse will not PAN http://www.cadtutor.net/faq/questions/11/ If the scroll-wheel (middle) mouse button will not Pan when pressed, set the MBUTTONPAN System Variable to 1:MBUTTONPAN = 0 - Sets the action defined in the CUI file. (The default action for this ... Tannar Frampton Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:12:01 GMT Do I dimension in Model Space or Paper Space? http://www.cadtutor.net/faq/questions/17/ This issue is one that is more about personal preference. Dimensioning should be done in whichever area is more comfortable. Those members of this forum who recommend dimensioning in Paper Spac ... David Watson Tue, 02 Dec 2008 12:31:02 GMT What is the best book to learn AutoCAD? http://www.cadtutor.net/faq/questions/18/ There is a wide choice of books that aim to help you learn how to use AutoCAD. Each of them is different and takes a different approach. If possible, have a look at a book before ordering it to ... David Watson Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:14:03 GMT How do I use an AutoLISP routine? http://www.cadtutor.net/faq/questions/28/ AutoLISP is AutoCAD's built-in programming language. It can be used to create new commands or to redefine existing ones. AutoLISP is a very powerful customisation tool. This article aims to help y ... David Watson Sun, 03 May 2009 12:15:57 GMT How do I re-assign the F1 key to the CANCEL command ? http://www.cadtutor.net/faq/questions/27/ Open the "Custom User Interface" dialogue window by typing CUI on the command line, or go to ToolsCustomiseInterface. Select "Keyboard Shortcuts" under the "Customizations in All CUI Files" s ... David Watson Wed, 03 Dec 2008 09:18:21 GMT