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Tutorial Snippet
The Ray Command
Toolbar | custom | |
Pull-down | ||
Keyboard | RAY |
Command Sequence
Command: RAYSpecify start point: (pick the start point)
Specify through point: (pick a second point to determine direction)
Specify through point: (to end or pick another point)
This snippet was written by David Watson
AutoCAD Tutorial Listing
The Basics
Learning Autodesk AutoCAD 2014
In this AutoCAD 2014 training course from expert
author Brian Benton, you will learn the basics of using the tools and
techniques available to you in this CAD software program.
Learning Autodesk AutoCAD LT 2014
In this AutoCAD LT 2014 training course from
Brian Benton, you will learn how to create 2D drawings using this
lighter version of AutoCAD developed by Autodesk.
Learning Autodesk AutoCAD 2013
In these 18 videos, Brian Benton introduces you
to Autodesk AutoCAD 2013. Beginners will learn from scratch and
experienced users will learn all the new features.
Learning AutoCAD 2012
In this training video, Brian Benton introduces
you to AutoCAD 2012 and takes you through this industry standard CAD
program, and teaches you to use it effectively, whether you are a
beginner, or long-time user of AutoCAD.
AutoCAD 2011: Fundamentals
A suite of video tutorials designed to introduce the new features of AutoCAD 2011 and to give beginners a head start.
AutoCAD 2010: The User Interface - Part 1
This video tutorial takes you on a guided tour
of the AutoCAD 2010 user interface. This is the best place to start for
beginners. Running time: 3min 56sec
AutoCAD 2010: The User Interface - Part 2
This video tutorial continues your guided tour of the AutoCAD 2010 user interface. Running time: 3min 20sec
AutoCAD 2010: The User Interface - Part 3
This video tutorial completes your guided tour of the AutoCAD 2010 user interface. Running time: 4min 04sec
AutoCAD 2010: Ribbon Basics
This video tutorial introduces you to the
AutoCAD 2010 ribbon and demonstrates the various options you have when
working with it. Running time: 5min 49sec
AutoCAD 2010: Starting a Command
This video tutorial demonstrates some of the methods for starting a command in AutoCAD. Running time: 2min 42sec
Drawing Objects
Getting to grips with AutoCAD's basic drawing tools. This is an ideal start for the AutoCAD beginner.
Object Selection
This tutorial shows you the many ways AutoCAD
objects can be selected. Covers the building of selection sets with
implied windowing, fences etc.
Modifying Objects
This tutorial runs through all of the modify tools, demonstrating practical examples in each case.
AutoCAD 2010: Joining Lines, Polylines and Arcs
This video tutorial demonstrates how to join
lines, polylines and arcs using the Join command and the Edit Polyline
command. Running time: 6min 49sec
Direct Distance Entry
The essential way of working with AutoCAD
Drawing Aids
All about drawing aids.
Units and Scales
If you're asking yourself "what scale do I draw in?" or "what units should I use?", you need this tutorial.
Using Co-ordinates
All about the use of co-ordinates in AutoCAD.
Object Snap
A tutorial giving an overview of all the AutoCAD
object snaps (osnaps) with some worked examples. The tutorial also
covers the use of temporary tracking points and object snap tracking.
Object Properties
This tutorial describes how to control the
display of objects (colour, linetype etc.) using layers. It also
explains what layers are and how they should be used.
Masterplan Exercise
This exercise can be used to practice your basic drafting skills.
North Point Exercise
An exercise sheet, covering a range of basic skills including object snaps.
Site Layout Exercise 1
This exercise is designed to help you test out
your basic AutoCAD skills. You'll need an understanding of the Draw and
Modify tools and how to use co-ordinates.
Beyond Basics
Advanced AutoCAD 2014
In this advanced AutoCAD 2014 training course,
expert author Brian Benton builds on your basic AutoCAD knowledge, and
teaches you more advanced concepts and complex ways to apply the tools
available to you in this CAD software program from Autodesk.
Advanced AutoCAD 2012
These Advanced AutoCAD 2012 Tutorials break
event the most complex subjects down into easy to follow segments. The
course is presented via an intuitive, easy-to-use interface, allowing
you to learn at your own pace.
AutoCAD 2011: Advanced Techniques
These video tutorials help more experienced
users learn the important tools that make AutoCAD the go-to application
across multiple industries.
Advanced Selection
After you've mastered the basics of selection, this tutorial shows you some powerful methods for making complex selection sets.
User Co-ordinate Systems
This tutorial describes what UCSs are, why we need them and how to use them. The correct use of UCSs with AutoCAD is the key to
producing good 3D models and they can also help with 2D work.
Dimensioning
This tutorial describes the options and commands
available for dimensioning drawings and how to use them. The correct
use of AutoCADs dimension tools is the key to producing clear and
concise measured drawings.
The UCS Icon
All about the UCS icon.
Using Images
A simple exercise to help you understand how images work in AutoCAD.
Scaling Images
How to scale images in AutoCAD.
All About Images
This tutorial tells you all you need to know about working with images in AutoCAD.
ISO Paper Sizes
There has alwas been some confusion over the
size of standard ISO drawing sheets with AutoCAD.The stated sizes in the
plot dialogue box are not the true ISO sizes. This tutorial explains
why and how to plot to scale from Model Space.
Paper Space Exercise
AutoCAD's paper space mode is a bit like having a
page in a scrapbook onto which you can paste different views of your
AutoCAD drawing. This whole page can then be plotted. This exercise
demonstrates how.
Techniques
Learning to use AutoCAD Sheet Sets
In this AutoCAD Sheet Sets training course,
Autodesk CAD expert Brian Benton will show you how to create and manage
Sheet Sets for your CAD projects, making you more efficient and
organized. This tutorial is for users that already have a working
knowledge of AutoCAD and want to get more organized and efficient.
AutoCAD to Photoshop
This tutorial demonstrates a number of workflows from quick and simple to high quality.
AutoCAD 2010: Joining Lines, Polylines and Arcs
This video tutorial demonstrates how to join
lines, polylines and arcs using the Join command and the Edit Polyline
command. Running time: 6min 49sec
Setting up a PostScript Plotter
How to set up a PostScript Plotter.
Scaling Images
How to scale images in AutoCAD.
Adding Sunlight to your Drawings
This tutorial takes you through the steps required to add realistic sunlight effects to your 3D model.
Creating Custom Bitmap Materials
This tutorial demonstartes how to create your own bitmap based materials using Photoshop and AutoCAD.
Creating Seamless Tiles
This tutorial shows you how to create perfectly
seamless image tiles in Photoshop. The image tiles are perfect for
creating image based materials in AutoCAD, MAX or Bryce.
AutoCAD to Bryce
This tutorial takes a step-by-step approach to
moving your AutoCAD 3D models into Bryce, applying materials and
creating a setting.
Importing AutoCAD Meshes to Bryce
This tutorial describes how to create a
triangular ground model using Key Terra-Firma and AutoCAD and how to
import this ground model into Bryce.
Perspectives, Slides and Scripts
AutoCAD can be used to create a simple "walk through" of any 3D model. This tutorial shows you how.
Entering Survey Data using AutoCAD
These techniques apply to basic CAD programs
such as AutoCAD, IntelliCAD, etc. If you have a civil/survey program or
add-on, such as Land Desktop, SurvCADD, Eagle Point, etc., then there
are built-in tools for entering lines and curves.
3D Basics
Learning Autodesk AutoCAD 3D
In this AutoCAD 3D training course with trainer
Seth Cohen, you will discover how to leverage the powerful 3D tools that
are available in this computer aided design software from Autodesk.
This tutorial is designed for the 3D beginner, but it is recommended
that you are familiar with the basics AutoCAD before attempting this
course.
AutoCAD 2010: Getting Ready for 3D
This video tutorial describes how to prepare the
AutoCAD 2010 user interface (UI) ready for a 3D drawing project.
Running time: 2min 23sec
AutoCAD 2010: The 3D Primitives
This tutorial follows on from the Getting ready
for 3D tutorial and describes how each of the 3D primitives work.
Running time: 15min 10sec
AutoCAD 2010: Basic 3D Editing with Grips & Gizmos
This tutorial follows on from the 3D Primitives
tutorial and describes how 3D solid objects can be edited using grips
and gizmos. Running time: 11min 53sec
AutoCAD 2010: The ViewCube
This tutorial introduces the ViewCube and
describes how it can be used for effectively navigating your 3D
drawings. Running time: 6min 13sec
AutoCAD 2010: Ground Shadows
This tutorial explains how to turn ground
shadows on and how they help in defining the relationship between 3D
objects and the ground plane. Running time: 1min 55sec
AutoCAD 2010: Subobject Editing with Filters
This tutorial introduces the subobjects (Face,
Edge and Vertex), describes how best to select them and demonstrates how
they can be edited. Running time: 15min 56sec
AutoCAD 2010: Extrude & Press/Pull
This tutorial introduces the AutoCAD extrusion
tools, Extrude and Press/Pull. A good understanding of both tools is
important for developing 3D modeling skills. Running time: 9min 53sec
AutoCAD 2010: 3D Move & 3D Rotate
This tutorial introduces two of the most useful
Modify tools for 3D, 3D Move and 3D Rotate and demonstrates how powerful
3D Rotate can be when combined with Polar Tracking. Running time: 6min
35sec
AutoCAD 2010: 3D Scale & 3D Align
This tutorial introduces the 3D Scale and 3D
Align tools. Although 3D Scale is a bit of a damp squib, 3D Align is
very powerful and can get you out of all sorts of scrapes if you know
how to use it correctly. Running time: 3min 42sec
AutoCAD 2010: 3D Mirror
This tutorial introduces the 3D Mirror tool.
This is similar to the normal 2D Mirror tool but it enables you to
define a mirror about and plane in 3D space and there are a number of
command line options to help you define that plane. Running time: 3min
17sec
AutoCAD 2010: 3D Array
This tutorial introduces 3D Array tool and
covers both Rectangular and Polar arrays. Despite the fact that it
doesn't have a neat dialogue box, like its 2D cousin, 3D Array is pretty
easy to use and can be used to create some impressive results. Running
time: 3min 34sec
Modelling and Rendering
Learning AutoCAD Civil 3D 2014
In this Civil 3D 2014 training course from
expert trainer Seth Cohen, you will learn how to use the tools and
techniques available to you in this civil engineering design and
documentation solution software. This tutorial is designed for
beginners, and no previous experience with Civil 3D software is
required.
Learning Autodesk AutoCAD 3D
In this AutoCAD 3D training course with trainer
Seth Cohen, you will discover how to leverage the powerful 3D tools that
are available in this computer aided design software from Autodesk.
This tutorial is designed for the 3D beginner, but it is recommended
that you are familiar with the basics AutoCAD before attempting this
course.
AutoCAD 2010: Getting Ready for 3D
This video tutorial describes how to prepare the
AutoCAD 2010 user interface (UI) ready for a 3D drawing project.
Running time: 2min 23sec
Basic 3D and Surface Modelling
Although AutoCAD has a number of commands for creating special 3D objects, a lot can be achieved by changing the properties of basic 2D objects like polylines. This tutorial provides a basic introduction to creating and viewing 3D objects.
3D Tree Exercise
The object behind this exercise is twofold.
Firstly it is to give you practice with some of the 3D techniques which
you have discovered in the tutorials or to introduce you to them if you
haven't seen them before. Secondly it is to demonstrate a reasonably
simple method for constructing a convincing 3D tree.
Adding Sunlight to your Drawings
This tutorial takes you through the steps required to add realistic sunlight effects to your 3D model.
All About Shadows
This tutorial considers the various options for creating shadows when rendering 3D models.
Creating Custom Bitmap Materials
This tutorial demonstartes how to create your own bitmap based materials using Photoshop and AutoCAD.
Creating Seamless Tiles
This tutorial shows you how to create perfectly
seamless image tiles in Photoshop. The image tiles are perfect for
creating image based materials in AutoCAD, MAX or Bryce.
AutoCAD to Bryce
This tutorial takes a step-by-step approach to
moving your AutoCAD 3D models into Bryce, applying materials and
creating a setting.
Perspectives, Slides and Scripts
AutoCAD can be used to create a simple "walk through" of any 3D model. This tutorial shows you how.
Exercises
Site Layout Exercise 1
This exercise is designed to help you test out
your basic AutoCAD skills. You'll need an understanding of the Draw and
Modify tools and how to use co-ordinates.
Site Layout Exercise 2
This exercise is designed to progress your
skills in 2D drafting and to test your understanding of layouts and
printing to scale from paper space.
North Point Exercise
An exercise sheet, covering a range of basic skills including object snaps.
Using Images
A simple exercise to help you understand how images work in AutoCAD.
Masterplan Exercise
This exercise can be used to practice your basic drafting skills.
3D Tree Exercise
The object behind this exercise is twofold.
Firstly it is to give you practice with some of the 3D techniques which
you have discovered in the tutorials or to introduce you to them if you
haven't seen them before. Secondly it is to demonstrate a reasonably
simple method for constructing a convincing 3D tree.
Paper Space Exercise
AutoCAD's paper space mode is a bit like having a
page in a scrapbook onto which you can paste different views of your
AutoCAD drawing. This whole page can then be plotted. This exercise
demonstrates how.
AutoLISP
AutoLISP Quick Start
This tutorial is designed to help AutoCAD users
get to grips with AutoLISP quickly. It demonstartes how to create
AutoLISP routines from a standing start.
Key TERRA-FIRMA
Ground Modelling
This tutorial describes how to create a 3D surface model from contour information using AutoCAD and Key TERRA-FIRMA.
Volumetrics
This tutorial describes how to use Key
TERRA-FIRMA to calculate volumes from ground models (.KGM files) and how
to calculate cut and fill volumes between ground models.
Creating and Drawing Sections
This tutorial describes how to draw sections
using Key TERRA-FIRMA. The tutorial assumes that you have previously
completed the Ground Modelling tutorial or that you already have a good
understanding of TERRA-FIRMA ground modelling.
Video Tutorials
Learning Autodesk AutoCAD 2014
In this AutoCAD 2014 training course from expert
author Brian Benton, you will learn the basics of using the tools and
techniques available to you in this CAD software program.
Advanced AutoCAD 2014
In this advanced AutoCAD 2014 training course,
expert author Brian Benton builds on your basic AutoCAD knowledge, and
teaches you more advanced concepts and complex ways to apply the tools
available to you in this CAD software program from Autodesk.
Learning Autodesk AutoCAD LT 2014
In this AutoCAD LT 2014 training course from
Brian Benton, you will learn how to create 2D drawings using this
lighter version of AutoCAD developed by Autodesk.
Learning to use AutoCAD Sheet Sets
In this AutoCAD Sheet Sets training course,
Autodesk CAD expert Brian Benton will show you how to create and manage
Sheet Sets for your CAD projects, making you more efficient and
organized. This tutorial is for users that already have a working
knowledge of AutoCAD and want to get more organized and efficient.
Learning AutoCAD Civil 3D 2014
In this Civil 3D 2014 training course from
expert trainer Seth Cohen, you will learn how to use the tools and
techniques available to you in this civil engineering design and
documentation solution software. This tutorial is designed for
beginners, and no previous experience with Civil 3D software is
required.
Learning Autodesk AutoCAD 3D
In this AutoCAD 3D training course with trainer
Seth Cohen, you will discover how to leverage the powerful 3D tools that
are available in this computer aided design software from Autodesk.
This tutorial is designed for the 3D beginner, but it is recommended
that you are familiar with the basics AutoCAD before attempting this
course.
Learning Autodesk AutoCAD 2013
In these 18 videos, Brian Benton introduces you
to Autodesk AutoCAD 2013. Beginners will learn from scratch and
experienced users will learn all the new features.
Learning AutoCAD 2012
In this training video, Brian Benton introduces
you to AutoCAD 2012 and takes you through this industry standard CAD
program, and teaches you to use it effectively, whether you are a
beginner, or long-time user of AutoCAD.
Advanced AutoCAD 2012
These Advanced AutoCAD 2012 Tutorials break
event the most complex subjects down into easy to follow segments. The
course is presented via an intuitive, easy-to-use interface, allowing
you to learn at your own pace.
AutoCAD 2011: Fundamentals
A suite of video tutorials designed to introduce the new features of AutoCAD 2011 and to give beginners a head start.
AutoCAD 2011: Advanced Techniques
These video tutorials help more experienced
users learn the important tools that make AutoCAD the go-to application
across multiple industries.
AutoCAD 2010: The User Interface - Part 1
This video tutorial takes you on a guided tour
of the AutoCAD 2010 user interface. This is the best place to start for
beginners. Running time: 3min 56sec
AutoCAD 2010: The User Interface - Part 2
This video tutorial continues your guided tour of the AutoCAD 2010 user interface. Running time: 3min 20sec
AutoCAD 2010: The User Interface - Part 3
This video tutorial completes your guided tour of the AutoCAD 2010 user interface. Running time: 4min 04sec
AutoCAD 2010: Ribbon Basics
This video tutorial introduces you to the
AutoCAD 2010 ribbon and demonstrates the various options you have when
working with it. Running time: 5min 49sec
AutoCAD 2010: Starting a Command
This video tutorial demonstrates some of the methods for starting a command in AutoCAD. Running time: 2min 42sec
AutoCAD 2010: Joining Lines, Polylines and Arcs
This video tutorial demonstrates how to join
lines, polylines and arcs using the Join command and the Edit Polyline
command. Running time: 6min 49sec
AutoCAD 2010: Basic 2D Concepts
A suite of video tutorials to get you started with AutoCAD 2010.
AutoCAD 2010: Intermediate 2D Concepts
A suite of video tutorials to take you further with AutoCAD 2010.
AutoCAD 2010: Getting Ready for 3D
This video tutorial describes how to prepare the
AutoCAD 2010 user interface (UI) ready for a 3D drawing project.
Running time: 2min 23sec
AutoCAD 2010: The 3D Primitives
This tutorial follows on from the Getting ready
for 3D tutorial and describes how each of the 3D primitives work.
Running time: 15min 10sec
AutoCAD 2010: Basic 3D Editing with Grips & Gizmos
This tutorial follows on from the 3D Primitives
tutorial and describes how 3D solid objects can be edited using grips
and gizmos. Running time: 11min 53sec
AutoCAD 2010: The ViewCube
This tutorial introduces the ViewCube and
describes how it can be used for effectively navigating your 3D
drawings. Running time: 6min 13sec
AutoCAD 2010: Ground Shadows
This tutorial explains how to turn ground
shadows on and how they help in defining the relationship between 3D
objects and the ground plane. Running time: 1min 55sec
AutoCAD 2010: Subobject Editing with Filters
This tutorial introduces the subobjects (Face,
Edge and Vertex), describes how best to select them and demonstrates how
they can be edited. Running time: 15min 56sec
AutoCAD 2010: Extrude & Press/Pull
This tutorial introduces the AutoCAD extrusion
tools, Extrude and Press/Pull. A good understanding of both tools is
important for developing 3D modeling skills. Running time: 9min 53sec
AutoCAD 2010: 3D Move & 3D Rotate
This tutorial introduces two of the most useful
Modify tools for 3D, 3D Move and 3D Rotate and demonstrates how powerful
3D Rotate can be when combined with Polar Tracking. Running time: 6min
35sec
AutoCAD 2010: 3D Scale & 3D Align
This tutorial introduces the 3D Scale and 3D
Align tools. Although 3D Scale is a bit of a damp squib, 3D Align is
very powerful and can get you out of all sorts of scrapes if you know
how to use it correctly. Running time: 3min 42sec
AutoCAD 2010: 3D Mirror
This tutorial introduces the 3D Mirror tool.
This is similar to the normal 2D Mirror tool but it enables you to
define a mirror about and plane in 3D space and there are a number of
command line options to help you define that plane. Running time: 3min
17sec
AutoCAD 2010: 3D Array
This tutorial introduces 3D Array tool and
covers both Rectangular and Polar arrays. Despite the fact that it
doesn't have a neat dialogue box, like its 2D cousin, 3D Array is pretty
easy to use and can be used to create some impressive results. Running
time: 3min 34sec