Concepts
Important AutoCAD Concepts
Terminology
Learn the terminology used in AutoCAD. Become an expert when talking about AutoCAD to your clients and coworkers.
Selecting Drawing Objects
Three Methods to Select AutoCAD Objects: Window, Crossing, Direct Selection. Learn which is the best method to use every time you select objects.
Coordinate System
Understand WCS and UCS in AutoCAD—learn when and how to switch coordinate systems for precise drafting
Philosophy of Layer Management
Discover why layers are the backbone of AutoCAD. Learn how discipline standards, visibility control, and plotting hierarchy bring clarity to AutoCAD.
Dynamic Input
Dynamic Input shows distances, angles, and prompts at the cursor in AutoCAD. Learn how it works, when it speeds up drafting, and when turning it off leads to cleaner, more controlled workflows.
Copy vs CopyBase
Learn the difference between the COPY and COPYBASE commands in AutoCAD. Discover how base points and the clipboard affect how objects are copied within or between drawings.