This is the right book for you if you liked the author’s Beginning AutoCAD workbook, you’re looking for a clear, no nonsense, easy-to-follow text, or you want to learn more about AutoCAD such as as Xref, Attributes, and 3D solids. Totally updated for AutoCAD 2012 and 2012 LT, it includes 3D Associative Array, 3D AutoSnap Marker, Autodesk, Inventor Fusion, and DWG Conversion capabilities, as well as these enhanced features: Improved performance when opening large 3D models and Orbiting, Fillet and Camfer Edge, Presspull functionality, and UCS control enhancements. All exercises print easily on your 8 ½ x 11 printer.

Shows you step-by-step HOW TO:

Customize your workspace: Create new Ribbon tabs and panels, Customize the Quick Access Toolbar, Customize the Status Bar.
Create master setup drawings for decimals or architecture.
Create Isometric drawings and dimensions. Insert just about anything using the Design Center.
Easily understand Blocks, Dynamic Blocks and Attributes.
Use the time-saving External Reference commands.
Learn the basics for 3-dimensional drawing. Work with the powerful Table maker.
Create Parametric objects using Geometric and Dimensional constraints.