Chapter 1 Introduction to AutoCAD 29 Copyright Goodheart-Willcox Co., Inc. InfoCenter The InfoCenter, located on the right side of the title bar in Figure 1-25, allows you to search for help topics without fi rst displaying the Help window. Enter a topic in the text box to search for related information. The Help window appears with the search results. Pick the Sign In button to log in to or create an Autodesk account. Pick the Autodesk App Store button to display the Autodesk App Store, where you can down- load applications to complement Autodesk software. Use the Stay Connected fl yout to connect with Autodesk and AutoCAD services. Pick the Help button to access the Help window, or select a help system option from the Help fl yout. Exercise 1-11 www.g-wlearning.com/CAD/ Complete the exercise on the companion website. Chapter Review Answer the following questions using the information in this chapter. 1. Describe at least one application for AutoCAD software. 2. Explain what is involved in planning a drawing. 3. What are drawing standards? 4. Why should you save your work every 10 to 15 minutes? 5. Name one method of starting AutoCAD. 6. Name one method of exiting AutoCAD. 7. What is the name for an interface that includes on-screen features? 8. Define or explain the following terms: A. Default B. Pick (or click) C. Hover D. Button E. Function key F. Option G. Command 9. What is a workspace? 10. What is a flyout? 11. How do you change from one workspace to another? 12. How do you access a shortcut menu? 13. What does it mean when a shortcut menu is described as context-sensitive? 14. What is the difference between a docked interface item and a floating interface item? 15. Explain the basic function of the Application Menu. 16. Describe the Application Menu search tool and explain how to use it. 17. Describe an advantage of using the ribbon. 18. What is the function of tabs in the ribbon? 19. What is another name for a palette? 20. Describe the function of the status bar. 21. What is the meaning of the … (ellipsis) in a menu option or button? 22. List two methods for accessing AutoCAD commands.