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AutoCAD Tip – Get Hatching with SuperHatch 1 Sep, 2009
If you've ever tried to create our own hatch patterns, you know how difficult that can be. Join Lynn Allen as she shows you how to use an image or a block as the basis for a hatch pattern using the powerful Express Tool SuperHatch. (Works in AutoCAD going back many releases.)More>>
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The Cost of CAD Software Today 31 Aug, 2009
Cadalyst issued a call to vendors and found that you won't find many bargains right now, but you will find some companies that are being flexible regarding lapsed maintenance contracts. More>>
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AutoCAD Virus Alert 26 Aug, 2009
CAD Manager's Toolbox: Although CAD users have been spared much of the hassle of viruses that have plagued other computer users, a new virus is targeting those on AutoCAD platforms.More>>
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AutoCAD Tip – Two Valuable System Variables 18 Aug, 2009
AutoCAD has so many system variables that it can be difficult to keep track of them all. If you work with multiple open drawings at one time, or if you use the Pedit command frequently, then you simply must tune in to discover two system variables (PEDITACCEPT and TASKBAR) that will make your every...More>>
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Alibre Cuts 3D CAD Price to $99; Cadalyst Calls on Vendors to Clarify Overall Software Costs 17 Aug, 2009
Where are the best CAD deals now, and what does the future hold for customers who are dropping maintenance contracts?More>>
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Going for the Record! (Learning Curve AutoCAD Tutorial) 1 Aug, 2009
Do you often find yourself repeating the same sequence of commands over and over again? Wouldn't it be nice to repeat that sequence with just a simple mouse click?More>>
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As Software Subscriptions Lapse in Down Economy, Autodesk Clarifies Policies 30 Jul, 2009
If you're among those who are dealing with lapsed software subscriptions — or you will be in the future — start by fully understanding the policies that affect subscription licensing, take stock of what you have, consider all available alternatives for managing your software, and determine what...More>>
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AutoCAD Tip – Dealing with Overridden Dimensions 21 Jul, 2009
Located in the Express Tool menu, the DIMREASSOC Express Tool will find those pesky overridden text values for you and reset them to their actual value. More>>
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AutoCAD Tip – Dimension Multiple Objects Quickly 7 Jul, 2009
Don't waste your time dimensioning one object at a time -- use the QDIM (Quick Dimension) command! Join Lynn Allen as she shows you how to dimension faster than ever. (Works with AutoCAD R14 and later.)More>>
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DoubleCAD XT vs. AutoCAD LT (Cadalyst Labs Review) 1 Jul, 2009
Early this year, with much fanfare, IMSI/Design did something unusual. It introduced the DoubleCAD XT 2D drafting tool, taking dead aim at AutoCAD LT. Even more unusual is the price of DoubleCAD XT. It's free. More>>
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