The complete tutorial and reference to all user-level features of AutoCAD Release 12 for Windows. Features more than 700 illustrations and includes hundreds of tips, notes, and warnings. Includes easy-to-follow tutorial exercises.

This up-to-date edition of our AutoCAD classic covers the latest version of AutoCAD for Windows. It offers comprehensive, hands-on treatment of the software, from basic drawing skills for beginners to the full spectrum of advanced techniques for professionals, including 3-D modeling, animation, AutoLISP programming, and more.

This pocket-sized reference is a quick guide to all AutoCAD 12 for Windows features. Designed for easy use, all command entries provide exact syntax, a brief description, options, tips, and cross-references.

This edition provides a comprehensive tutorial to all user-level commands and features. It aims to help the reader develop skills by exploring 2D AutoCAD editing and drawing commands; it also contains conceptual discussions and tutorial exercises.

Complete tutorial and reference for developing computer aided drawing expertise using the latest AutoCAD release. Features application exercises teaching AutoCAD commands and drawing techniques. Filled with hundreds of illustrations that show the steps for setting up, creating, and editing drawings. Covers advanced techniques such as customizing applications by creating menus and macros plus using AutoLISP.