Chapter 1 Introduction to AutoCAD
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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
Autodesk A360
button to log in to or create an Autodesk A360
account. Pick the
Autodesk Exchange Apps
button to display the Autodesk App Store,
where you can download 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
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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.