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  1. What computer specification do I need to run AutoCAD?What computer specification do I need to run AutoCAD?
    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 ...

  2. How do I open a .BAK file?How do I open a .BAK file?
    To locate a .BAK file, ensure hidden files are set to 'show'. In Windows Explorer, go to ToolsFolder optionsView and in the Advanced settingsHidden Files and Folders unclick 'Hide extensions for kn...

  3. What is the difference between AutoCAD (full) and AutoCAD LT?What is the difference between AutoCAD (full) and AutoCAD LT?
    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 Too...

  4. What is the best book to learn AutoCAD?What is the best book to learn AutoCAD?
    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 mak...

  5. Do I dimension in Model Space or Paper Space?Do I dimension in Model Space or Paper Space?
    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 Space ...

  6. How do I use an AutoLISP routine?How do I use an AutoLISP routine?
    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 you ...

  7. How do I re-assign the F1 key to the CANCEL command ?How do I re-assign the F1 key to the CANCEL command ?
    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" sec...

  8. How do I assign commands to my keyboard letters?How do I assign commands to my keyboard letters?
    This is known as "keyboard shortcuts" or "command alias", and can be created or changed in two different ways. If Express tools are installed, a Command Alias Editor can be found under the Tools se...

  9. Problem when I try to select / copy / move objectsProblem when I try to select / copy / move objects
    Check the setting of the PICKADD variable. This variable controls whether subsequent selections replace the current selection set or add to it. The settings are: 0 - Turns OFF PICKADD. The ob...

  10. How do I import a text style into a new drawing?How do I import a text style into a new drawing?
    There are a few ways to import text: Method 1 Create the text style in the drawing template or in the current drawing: Creating the text style in the template will load that text style every ...

  11. Why do my blocks come in the wrong size?Why do my blocks come in the wrong size?
    This problem arises from incompatibility between drawing units set in the drawing used to create the original block (the source drawing) and the drawing the block is imported into (the target drawi...

  12. Adding symbols to text in AutoCAD.Adding symbols to text in AutoCAD.
    There are two main ways of inserting a symbol into text 1. Type a code for the required symbol within the line of text, see the table below (for DTEXT and MTEXT). 2. Use the...

  13. How do I automatically load variables?How do I automatically load variables?
    Automatic loading of variables is achieved using the acaddoc.lsp file. AutoCad reads this file every time a drawing is opened. Find this file by typing on the command line: (findfile "acaddoc.lsp")...

  14. My delete key doesn't workMy delete key doesn't work
    First, check that the object that can not be deleted is not on a "locked" layer. Use the command LIST to find out what layer the object is on. Locking a layer will prevent deletion of any entity on...

  15. My PICKFIRST variable keeps resetting to 0My PICKFIRST variable keeps resetting to 0
    The PICKFIRST variable controls whether objects may be selected before, or before and after a command is invoked. This affects all commands requiring objects to be selected: MOVE, COPY etc. The s...

  16. Text is not showing properly in my linetypesText is not showing properly in my linetypes
    Linetypes with text in them are known as complex (custom) linetypes. If the text is not showing properly in the linetype, it is generally because of one of two reasons: The line is too short t...

  17. I've lost access to my AutoCAD help fileI've lost access to my AutoCAD help file
    The AutoCAD help files have many different names, depending on your AutoCAD version. It is however always a .chm file and is always located in the AutoCAD help folder. The folder can be found u...

  18. Trouble changing object colours, linetypes and layersTrouble changing object colours, linetypes and layers
    First, check that the layer is not locked or frozen, and if it is not: Check the PICKFIRST variable is set to 1. The settings are: 0 - Select objects after a command is issued. 1 - Select obj...

  19. Icons on my custom toolbar are not showing upIcons on my custom toolbar are not showing up
    The custom toolbar looks like this: This happens because the search path for the images are no longer defined in AutoCAD. The first step is to locate the images via Windows Explorer. They are most ...

  20. Text appears to be faded in Text FormattingText appears to be faded in Text Formatting
    The most common solution is to change a Windows display setting : Right click on your windows desktop. : Select Properties : Click on the Appearance Tab : Click on the Effects button :...

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