• Plotting in AutoCAD 14

    Updated: 2010-02-25 20:23:34
    I just got a different computer and installed AutoCAD 14, which is what we use here. When I plot, red and magenta lines print as black lines but all the

  • Toggle User Interface – Autodesk Inventor 2010

    Updated: 2010-02-25 00:53:37
    With the release of 2010 products from Autodesk, all the User Interface has changed its look and feel. User interface design is important for several reasons.  First of all the more intuitive the user interface the easier it is to use, and the easier it is to use and the less expensive to use it.  The [...]

  • This is what I do in my spare time

    Updated: 2010-02-25 00:46:53
    Fencing. With swords, not pickets, barbed wire, etc. I gave it up 25 years ago, then took it up again about 18 months ago. I now fence all three weapons, having started Sabre about six months ago. Fencing is a very aerobic sport, and participating in it has done wonders for my fitness and mobility [...]

  • New Houses Blueprints

    Updated: 2010-02-24 21:59:07
    The new houses blueprints you are searching for may well lie in your mind's eye...

  • We are now on Facebook and Twitter!

    Updated: 2010-02-24 13:51:08
    Nova Design are now on social networking sites Facebook & Twitter.  To stay up to date with everything Nova please become a fan and follow us using the links below

  • The film location blog banner

    Updated: 2010-02-24 11:21:28
    Karekare beach has interesting history and has recently featured in film & TV productions. If you saw the movie “The Piano” its seemingly remote location was not far from Auckland City. This photo was taken on a busy summer weekend,...

  • Revit User Group Manawatu - Notice of March Meeting

    Updated: 2010-02-24 09:30:00
    Next Meeting feature Presenter: Productspec 5.30pm, Wednesday 3rd March 2010 @ Square edge fx2 theatre, Ground Floor to the rear of Square Edge Gallery, The Square, Palmerston North Format for the evening will be; 5:30pm - Drinks, nibbles and chit...

  • The Options of AutoCAD 2010 – Opening notes

    Updated: 2010-02-24 06:20:50
    The Options Dialog box can be your friend or your enemy. Depending on how you set it up, it can enhance your productivity or it can squelch it. It can be overwhelming too.  Why are there so many choices?  What is all that stuff in there and how does it apply to my work [...]

  • The Options of AutoCAD 2010 – The Files Tab – Part 1

    Updated: 2010-02-24 06:15:13
    When you open the Options Dialog, the first Tab, moving from left to right, is the Files section. Support File Search Path First and foremost is where AutoCAD will look for support files that it needs to get the job done.  You can get into trouble by adding too many or not adding enough to this list.  [...]

  • The Options of AutoCAD 2010 – The Files Tab – Part 2

    Updated: 2010-02-24 06:10:05
    Customization Files under the Files Tab allows you to do the following: Main Customization File Specifies the default location of the main customization file (acad.cuix). The CUIx file is a file that contains multiple XML-based files and custom image files. You modify a customization file through the Customize User Interface (CUI) Editor. CUIx files replace the CUI, [...]

  • The Options of AutoCAD 2010 – The Files Tab – Part 3

    Updated: 2010-02-24 06:05:33
    Continuing the march through the Options Dialog box… Help and Miscellaneous File Names Help File Specifies the location of the Help file. – don’t change this Default Internet Location Specifies the default Internet location used by both the BROWSER command and the Browse the Web button on the Web toolbar. Type in Browser and hit enter to get a quick access [...]

  • Survey Results from January 2010

    Updated: 2010-02-24 05:00:01
    I asked what was on your list of focuses in 2010, then I compared the results to the 2009 survey on the same topic.   Here is what I found… The concept was to allow only two choices from the list as the ones that they would focus on in 2010. The top issue remains CAD Standards and [...]

  • Tool Tip Appearance – Autodesk Inventor 2010

    Updated: 2010-02-24 02:48:22
    How long have you been using Autodesk Inventor ? If you answered many years then, the tooltip appearance might be some times irritating, as you hover over each command, a pop up information appears, showing you what the tool does with a simple figure. See below However, on the other side, if you are a new user [...]

  • Free CAD Software

    Updated: 2010-02-23 23:29:14
    Free CAD software downloads available for your use.

  • AutoCAD Free Download

    Updated: 2010-02-23 22:07:45
    Get the latest version of the number one CAD software with an AutoCAD free download.

  • Drafting Outsourcing

    Updated: 2010-02-23 11:10:57
    Are you considering employing drafting outsourcing services? If so, are these factors important to you and your company?

  • Convert AutoCAD to PDF

    Updated: 2010-02-23 11:07:31
    Convert AutoCAD to PDF files, fast and free.

  • Storage Sheds Plans

    Updated: 2010-02-23 11:03:04
    Whether its storage sheds plans, garden shed plans, or a play house plans for the kids, there is an endless assortment of blue prints available to meet your personal taste.

  • Landscape CAD Drawings

    Updated: 2010-02-23 10:50:59
    Producing state of the art professional landscape CAD drawings.

  • CAD Drafting Jobs

    Updated: 2010-02-23 10:26:14
    Part two article discussing ways to do CAD drafting jobs from home.

  • Free Picnic Table Plans

    Updated: 2010-02-23 10:23:38
    Useful free picnic table plans, building material lists and construction instructions.

  • Garage Blue Prints

    Updated: 2010-02-23 10:20:48
    Why do you need a set of clear and accurate garage blue prints for your new garage?

  • House Blue Prints

    Updated: 2010-02-23 10:14:41
    A great selection of house blue prints for your dream home.

  • AutoCAD Document Management

    Updated: 2010-02-23 10:08:45
    How to set up a smart AutoCAD document management system for your office.

  • How to Build a Chicken Coop

    Updated: 2010-02-23 10:04:34
    Learn how to build a chicken coop using the proper plans, materials and tools.

  • Free Fashion Design Software

    Updated: 2010-02-23 09:59:43
    Download these free fashion design software programs that will help you create clothing, garments and a wide range of accessories.

  • Free 3D CAD Program

    Updated: 2010-02-23 09:53:16
    Download this simple to use free 3D CAD program...

  • Auto CAD Jobs - Drafting

    Updated: 2010-02-23 09:39:19
    Do you have what it takes for online drafting Auto CAD jobs?

  • 3D Home Designs

    Updated: 2010-02-23 09:32:40
    Visualize your 3D home designs, using 3D home designer software to create beautiful architectural computer renderings.

  • How to Read Blueprints

    Updated: 2010-02-23 09:14:46
    Learn the basics of how to read blueprints and thier symbol meanings.

  • Foxit PDF Preview Handler for Windows & Office

    Updated: 2010-02-23 08:43:53
    One thing missing after my move to Windows 7 was a decent PDF preview in Outlook. The default Office 2007 install gave an error referring to the Windows Vista PDF Preview Handler. The solution was Tim Heuer’s PDF Preview Handler...

  • Use Alt Key to activate commands in Inventor 2010

    Updated: 2010-02-23 01:51:16
    Autodesk Inventor has many options to enable commands, either by keyboard or by mouse clicks. In this video tutorial we shall see how to activate commands using keyboard. To enable command activation by keyboard in Inventor we need to first click on the Alt Key. Note: To type without using the keyboard Open On-Screen Keyboard by clicking [...]

  • Visual Project Dashboards with MindManager

    Updated: 2010-02-22 13:19:07
    Over the last several months much of my time has gone into writing my first book; tentatively titled AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT: No Experience Required. You can look for it in bookstores in June of this year (2010). Those who follow me on twitter have heard me talk about what it’s like to write a [...]

  • New Autodesk software: DVD or Download?

    Updated: 2010-02-22 13:04:15
    : Home About Index Polls Archives Autodesk Support Call Way too proud of Texas guy Home New Autodesk software : DVD or Download Submitted by rkmcswain on Mon , 02 22 2010 07:04 Autodesk subscription I try not to post new articles simply repeating others , but this is an exception see link below If you are on subscription and wish to continue receiving actual media when a new version is released then you need to go to your subscription site and change the settings , because Autodesk has set you up for downloads only Steve Johnson over at blog nauseam has more details on this situation Add new comment All content is copyright CAD Panacea 2008-2010 unless otherwise . noted All content of CAD Panacea is solely my own personal thoughts and opinions and do not represent my employer or any . others All comments posted to this blog are the sole responsibility of the person making the . comment Google , as a third party vendor , uses cookies to serve ads on this site . Google's use of their cookies enables it to serve ads to users based on their visit to your sites and other sites on the Internet . You may opt out of the use of these cookies by visiting the Google ad and content network

  • Another new Nova Design member

    Updated: 2010-02-22 09:05:41
    Further strengthening our team, we would also like to welcome Greg Hodge to Nova Design.  Greg, working in sales, is experienced in the automotive, aerospace and machine tool industries with specialist knowledge in fixturing and metal joining.

  • Pole Barns Kits

    Updated: 2010-02-20 17:44:41
    Another way to buy used and new pole barns kits.

  • Pole Barn Homes

    Updated: 2010-02-20 17:33:49
    What is all the hype about pole barn homes? Find out what a pole barn builder has to say.

  • Pole Barn Prices

    Updated: 2010-02-20 17:28:16
    Several factors must be considered when searching for pole barn prices.

  • Pole Barn Plans

    Updated: 2010-02-20 17:25:47
    Pole barn plans and how to use them to build your structure properly.

  • Notice of Revit User Group Wellington February Meeting

    Updated: 2010-02-20 10:02:35
    When: Wed 24 February 2010 Where: Productspec HQ, 14 Holland St, 5.30 - 7.30pm Presentations: Polyflor Revit Content, by Kelly and Matt Preview of the Polyflor content available from PS COES MEP Revit Content, by Trent and Matt Preview of...

  • The end of the disks, I mean discs? Now it’ download!

    Updated: 2010-02-19 07:25:00
    I must be getting old… Remember when AutoCAD came on a few floppy disks? Then a handful of CDs, or a DVD? I just finished building CAD application deployments that would require about 26,624 floppy disks. Admittedly it was AutoCAD...

  • Outdoor Kitchen Plans

    Updated: 2010-02-19 06:38:37
    Where to find outdoor kitchen plans.

  • Fireplace Blueprints

    Updated: 2010-02-19 06:34:52
    Build your dream fire place with a set of fireplace blueprints.

  • AutoCAD does a Cheshire Cat

    Updated: 2010-02-19 06:06:14
    In Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, the Cheshire Cat gradually disappears until nothing is left but its smile. The AutoCAD packaging has done the same thing over the years until now nothing is left but the 0s and 1s. In Release 13, one box was not enough to keep all the materials, but Autodesk gradually slimmed [...]

  • New addition to Nova Design

    Updated: 2010-02-19 00:01:54
    We would like to welcome Tom Morris to the Nova team.  Tom, who graduated from Worcester University in 2007 has joined us in Sales & Marketing after previously working for Alta Systems.

  • AutoCAD LT 2010 Release Comparison Matrix

    Updated: 2010-02-17 13:07:03
    Here is the AutoCAD LT 2010 Release Comparison Matrix  from the Autodesk website – what features were added into what release. You can get the list here

  • Quickly find out how many insertions of a block are in your drawing

    Updated: 2010-02-16 19:39:59
    Do you sometimes want to know how many times you inserted the widget block in your drawing? Here’s a quick way: Display the Properties palette (Ctrl+1). Click the Quick Select button at the upper-right corner of the Properties palette. In the Quick Select dialog box, from the Object Type drop-down list, choose Block Reference. If you choose one [...]

  • Polygon Command in Autodesk Inventor

    Updated: 2010-02-16 17:17:33
    Most of you must be aware of the polygon command in Autodesk Inventor 2010. Use the Polygon command on the Sketch tab to create polygon shapes. Polygons can have up to 120 sides. On the ribbon, click Sketch tab > Draw panel > Polygon. Select the inscribed or circumscribed icon in the Polygon dialog [...]

  • AutoCAD 2010 Release Comparison Matrix

    Updated: 2010-02-16 13:19:21
    Here is a list of the commands that are in AutoCAD 2007 thru 2010 and when they were introduced. You can see the list here

  • AutoCAD vs. AutoCAD LT – What is the difference?

    Updated: 2010-02-15 13:57:47
    Here is the 2010 Comparison Matrix between AutoCAD and LT that I found on the Autodesk website You can see the list here

  • Revit User Group Auckland - Notice of February Meeting

    Updated: 2010-02-14 07:58:00
    Details of the next Revit User Group - Auckland (RUGAKL) meeting: When: Wednesday 17 February 2010 - from 5.30pm Where: Jasmax Offices, 2 Marston Street, Parnell This weeks meeting proudly supported by COES & POLYFLOR Join us from 5.30 for...

  • Autodesk Inventor Assembly Features

    Updated: 2010-02-13 23:39:22
    Assembly Features: These are just like part features, except they can affect multiple parts, are created in the assembly environment, and are saved in the assembly file. Assembly feature definitions are not passed down to the component level. (Not saved in part level) What are assembly features ? These are features that are developed in assembly [...]

  • PDF Underlay Ribbon

    Updated: 2010-02-11 13:39:44
    Double click on a PDF Underlay and you get the Ribbon to display the PDF Underlay functions. You can set Contrast and Fade with slider. Choose to set display to monochrome. Create and remove clipping boundaries. Show or not show the Underlay with a toggle Enable Snapping Adjust XREF info and Edit the Layer displayed. Note:  If you turn off the display of [...]

  • Autodesk Inventor Undo File Size

    Updated: 2010-02-11 10:33:13
    Ever CAD Tool has an option of Undo and Redo embedded in it. This mainly helps in making changes when we make a mistake in a drawing file, sketch file, part file, assembly file or even when generating a drawing view. Autodesk Inventor, has this option in a better way, by providing some additional memory when we [...]

  • Create 3D shapes with the 3D command

    Updated: 2010-02-11 02:40:51
    AutoCAD’s surfaces have evolved over the years. First, you could add thickness to 2D objects. I’m not sure when that happened (let me know if you do), but it was in the mid-1980s, perhaps around Release 2.6. This is still the only type of 3D objects that AutoCAD LT can create. Later (again, I’m not sure [...]

  • Free Pole Barn Plans

    Updated: 2010-02-11 00:08:46
    Looking for a set of free pole barn plans? Look no further...

  • Free Online Landscape Design

    Updated: 2010-02-10 21:50:48
    Check out this great resource to create your very own free online landscape design.

  • Free Landscape Design Software

    Updated: 2010-02-10 21:10:50
    Find the best free landscape design software to use for your backyard project.

  • Free House Construction Plans

    Updated: 2010-02-10 18:27:58
    Finding free house construction plans on the web.

  • Free Garage Plans

    Updated: 2010-02-10 18:17:48
    Absolutely free garage plans to help you get started on building a garage.

  • Free CAD Library

    Updated: 2010-02-10 17:15:43
    A free CAD library resource.

  • Free AutoCAD Viewer

    Updated: 2010-02-10 03:44:29
    Check out the free AutoCAD viewer.

  • Free AutoCAD Training Resources

    Updated: 2010-02-10 03:12:57
    A good list of free AutoCAD training resources.

  • Free AutoCAD LT

    Updated: 2010-02-10 02:46:24
    How to get the number one 2D CAD program... a free AutoCAD LT download.

  • Free AutoCAD Drawings

    Updated: 2010-02-10 00:53:28
    For those in search of free AutoCAD drawings.

  • Engineer’s HandBook Autodesk Inventor 2010

    Updated: 2010-02-10 00:51:53
    Engineer’s Handbook . . . Save time researching engineering formulas, tables, and standards. The Engineer’s Handbook provides a comprehensive online reference of engineering theory, formulas, and algorithms. This manufacturing knowledge base is easily accessible from anywhere in Inventor. To download the Engineer’s Hand Book – Click Here

  • Why drawing1.dwg will not close

    Updated: 2010-02-10 00:11:52
    Generally when you open AutoCAD, your default template is loaded and a drawing named "Drawing1.dwg" is presented to you. If you open a drawing using the OPEN command or using the Sheet Set Manager, the other drawing will open and "drawing1.dwg" will go away. read more

  • Drawing Storage Systems

    Updated: 2010-02-09 21:31:57
    Find drafting and drawing storage equipment that meet your firms needs.

  • Draw House Plans

    Updated: 2010-02-09 20:44:23
    If you are looking to draw house plans, you've come to the right place.

  • Drafting Symbols

    Updated: 2010-02-09 20:31:35
    Drafting symbols that represent various items in construction trades.

  • Drafting Supplies for Sale

    Updated: 2010-02-09 20:15:14
    The simplest way to find and buy discount drafting supplies for sale.

  • Drafting Services

    Updated: 2010-02-09 19:38:10
    Our CAD drafting services supports preliminary, construction, as-built, 3D, and presentation drawing formats for all major AEC disciplines.

  • Finding Detached Garage Plans for Your Property

    Updated: 2010-02-08 23:30:22
    Using detached garage plans to build a variety of garages, whether you are interested in a one car, two car or even a 3 car garage, is necessary to get your project underway.

  • Dell laptops for AutoCAD

    Updated: 2010-02-08 23:17:21
    We've narrowed down what we feel are simply the best Dell laptops for AutoCAD.

  • Computer Aided Drafting Career Information

    Updated: 2010-02-08 23:07:40
    Answers to your questions about computer aided drafting career information.

  • Computer Aided Design (CAD)

    Updated: 2010-02-08 22:51:53
    What is computer aided design?

  • Cheap CAD Software

    Updated: 2010-02-08 22:40:13
    Narrow down your search for cheap CAD software to a program that suits your needs.

  • how to convert

    Updated: 2010-02-08 22:16:12
    I am on AutoCAD 2004 and want to convert dxf files to usable dwg files. Do I need to download a converter program?

  • CAD Standards - Developing and Implementing

    Updated: 2010-02-08 21:48:10
    The development and implementation of company CAD standards: Many CAD managers know the story all too well...

  • CAD Software - AutoCAD

    Updated: 2010-02-08 21:35:07
    Developed by Autodesk, the giant of the CAD software industry, AutoCAD provides all the tools necessary to produce professional cad drawings.

  • CAD Services

    Updated: 2010-02-08 21:16:18
    Since our inception, Cadtech Design has provided CAD services to numerous AEC firms with overload CAD design and drafting services that are specific to each client's needs.

  • CAD School Information

    Updated: 2010-02-08 21:06:41
    Whether you are looking for an offline or online CAD school, be sure to check these helpful resources.

  • Autodesk Inventor no more a MID Range CAD Product

    Updated: 2010-02-07 14:50:13
    Its been days, since my posting here @ CADProfessor, yes it has many reasons and one for sure: definitely is that I was working on the Pre-release of Autodesk Inventor 2011, which has wide range of functionality. Of course I’m tight lipped because, I need to wait until March Third Week to vent out the [...]

  • If you admire somebody, please let them know

    Updated: 2010-02-05 05:32:48
    This post has nothing to do with CAD or the other subjects I occasionally cover. Last month, I unexpectedly lost two of my colleagues to cancer. Wayne was a loud, larger-than life character, full of life. Paal (pronounced like Paul) was a quieter, more reserved man, but very friendly, funny and positive. Wayne occasionally rubbed people [...]

  • The X Factor – Placing text above and below dimension lines

    Updated: 2010-02-04 16:58:26
    Many veteran users already know this tip, as it has been around for a while now. Still, for the uninitiated figuring out how to get text both above and below a dimension line (without breaking the line) can quickly resemble one of those puzzles where you have to get a metal ring off an [...]

  • ADN Plugin of the Month: Screenshot for Inventor Now Available

    Updated: 2010-02-04 01:58:59
    From its read me: “The Screenshot plugin can be used with Inventor [2010 (32-bit and 64-bit)] to simplify the process of capturing images of parts of documents, or the entire document or application windows. It optionally allows you to remap the background to white and the foreground to black, and convert the entire image to [...]

  • CAD International interview on drcauto and other subjects

    Updated: 2010-02-01 14:33:02
    This morning I spoke with CAD International’s Nigel Varley. Here is a paraphrased summary of the interview. SJ: When did CAD International buy the drcauto intellectual property rights? NV: About two weeks ago. SJ: You are currently helping drcauto customers with authorisation codes, is that correct? NV: Yes, masses of them. It’s taking up a lot of our peoples’ [...]

  • More on drcauto, LT Toolkit and CAD International

    Updated: 2010-02-01 07:51:40
    Things have moved on since my first post on this subject in which I passed on the information that Leonard Liang (a former drcauto employee) could help with codes for LT Toolkit orphans. In recent developments In a comment in a WorldCAD Access post, Nigel Varley from Australian company CAD International stated that they had bought [...]

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