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Working faster with AutoCAD hatch

September 11, 2013 by Edwin Prakoso 20 Comments

We use hatch pattern in almost all of our drawings. But sometimes working with hatch can be very slow and annoying. Here are some tips if you think working with hatch is very slow.

How to create PDF from AutoCAD drawings

August 22, 2013 by Edwin Prakoso 25 Comments

Create PDF

Do you need to create PDF file from AutoCAD drawings? Do you need it as single sheet or multi sheet PDF? We cover several methods that you can use!

How to: change plotter when publishing with AutoCAD

July 18, 2013 by Edwin Prakoso 3 Comments

Do you like batch plot your drawing using publish? What if you need to change the plotter?

Open AutoCAD drawings as read only using right click from Explorer

July 16, 2013 by Huong Charles 15 Comments

Do you prefer to open DWG files from Windows Explorer? This is a tip how you can open a file in read-only state, using right click menu.

How to edit palette properties using text editor

June 20, 2013 by Edwin Prakoso Leave a Comment

Need to change multiple tool properties in palette? It can be easier and faster using text editor. You can edit hundreds tools properties in a palette within second!

Do I have options to control OFFSET result?

June 10, 2013 by Edwin Prakoso Leave a Comment

I want my offset result is chamfered or filleted. Can I control the result? Certainly! See how you can control it here.

How to: Edit block attributes in Microsoft Excel

May 16, 2013 by Edwin Prakoso 19 Comments

Do you need to modify many attributes in your AutoCAD drawing? If you wish you can edit them in Microsoft Excel, you can read how to do it here.

Can you Purge, Audit, and Overkill with one click?

April 5, 2013 by Lana Sharp 3 Comments

Mouse Click

Read how Lana implement macro to cleanup her drawing with one click! One click to purge, audit and recover your drawing.

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