: By finishing all exercises, you essentially complete three full-scale architectural and mechanical projects.
: The 2018 edition was the first to properly scale UI elements—like the Command line and ViewCube—for 4K monitors.
(by CADArtifex): A 12-chapter textbook that focuses heavily on the Drafting & Annotation environment. AutoCAD 2018 Beginning and Intermediate
The hallmark of this text is its "mini-workshop" approach. Rather than just listing commands, the book features:
: This was the first file format change since 2013, designed to improve the efficiency of open and save operations, especially for drawings with many annotative objects. : By finishing all exercises, you essentially complete
While newer versions exist, the 2018 release was a pivotal "foundation" year for AutoCAD's modern era. Key updates covered in these intermediate lessons include:
This guide is specifically tailored for novice users and those in . Beyond just teaching "how to draw," it serves as a preparation tool for the AutoCAD Certified Professional exam, making it a valuable asset for those seeking industry credentials. Comparison: Alternative Guides The hallmark of this text is its "mini-workshop" approach
If you find Hamad's 800-page tome too dense, other 2018-specific resources offer different angles: