Tuesday, September 27, 2011

AutoCAD Terminology

Absolute Coordinates

A way of inputting points based on AutoCAD's origin. Suatu cara memasukkan poin berdasarkan asal AutoCAD's

Acad.dwt
This is the default template that automatically loads whenever you start a drawing session. Ini adalah template default yang secara otomatis beban setiap kali Anda memulai sesi menggambar. It can be customized to suit your needs.
Associated Dimensioning
Dimensions that are associated with specific points will update as that point is moved.
Backup file Backup file
AutoCAD can be set to automatically backup your drawing and save it. AutoCAD dapat diatur untuk secara otomatis cadangan gambar Anda dan simpan. This is a safeguard in case your file gets corrupted. Ini adalah perlindungan dalam kasus file Anda akan rusak. It is saved with a .BAK extension.
Block Blok  
A pre-drawn image you can insert in your drawing to save time and make your file size smaller.
Clean Screen
A display setting that gives you maximum drawing space.
Crosshairs
This is your cursor when it is in the drawing space.
Cursor  

Your cursor will change depending on what function it is performing in the program.
Database
An AutoCAD drawing file is actually one large database containing all the information needed to reproduce the objects when the file is opened. Info for layers and linetypes, etc are stored in this manner.
Dialog box
AutoCAD uses a large number of dialog boxes to get information from you. You must know how input the information that it asks for.
Drawing tempelate file
This is a file that contains preset values for frequently used settings. . AKA a prototype drawing. The file extension is DWT.
Extents
The outer boundaries of the objects you have drawn.
Grid
This is pattern of dots displayed on the screen to guide you. It can be toggled on and off by pressing the F7 key.
Grips
Small 'handles' on objects that allow for quick editing.
Layer
All objects are drawn on a layer. You can group objects (such as electrical) on a single layer and organize your drawing.
Layout Tabs
A space used for plotting your drawings (formerly called Paper Space).
Limits (Grid)
A setting to impose an 'artificial' boundary on your drawing that sets the area of the grid, and when turned on, limits you to drawing in the grid area.
Linetype
All objects are drawn with a particular linetype. Examples would be solid, center, dashed, etc. 
Model space
The drawing space where you 'model' the objects.
Modify
A generic term used for changing your objects.
Object
Any item that is in the AutoCAD database. Also known as an entity.
Origin 
The (0,0) point of your current co-ordinate system.
Ortho mode
This is a drawing mode that allows you to draw only perpendicular lines. It is toggled on and off by pressing the F8 key.
Osnap - Object Snap
This is a method of 'snapping' to certain, precise points on an object.
Pan
To move around drawing by dragging the drawing area around your screen.
Panel 
A grouping of commands on the ribbon.
Path
The specific folder where AutoCAD looks for, or saves files.
Pick
To select an object by 'left-clicking' on it.
Polar Coordinates
A way of inputting points based on distance and angle.
Plot 
Also known as print. To make a hard copy of your drawing.
Property
Any specific characteristic of an object such as layer, scale, linetype, start point, etc.
Ribbon   
The Ribbon runs across the top of the drawing space and contains panel - each panel has a group of associated tool. Switch to different panels by clicking on the tabs at the top of the ribbon.
Relative Coordinates
A way of inputting points based on a starting point.
Selection Set
The current group of objects selected for modifying.
Snap
This is a drawing mode that allows you to snap your cursor to precise points laid out in a grid pattern. Toggle with the F9 key.
Styles
Formatting that defines the look of text, dimensions, etc.
Units
The basic drawing unit set for you drawing. For example, you can use inches or millimeters depending on your needs. You can also set the precision you want displayed, such nearest 1/4", 1/2" 1/64", etc.
User co-ordinate system (UCS)
Modifications made to the World Co-ordinate System (WCS) results in a User Co-ordinate System (UCS).
View
A particular area of your drawing.
Viewport
A separate 'window' on your drawing. You may have more than one viewport visible to see different areas of your drawing at the same time.
Wizard
An easy step-by-step instruction set to help you set-up certain aspects of your drawing.
World Coordinates System (WCS)
This is the common XY co-ordinate system that is the default. If it is modified, it becomes a User co-ordinate System.
Zoom
To view either a smaller section of your drawing (zoom in) or a larger section (zoom out).




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