Mastering AutoCAD 2004 and AutoCAD LT 2004 [Paperback]

George Omura (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0782141889 | ISBN-13: 978-0782141887 | Publication Date: May 19, 2003

AutoCAD is the industry-leading CAD software. The latest release will include a new Tools palette, full true-color support, graphic enhancements such as gradient fills, digital signatures, improved Xref management tools, and the return of Express Tools. This book works as both a tutorial and a stand-alone reference book. It features comprehensive coverage of both AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT.

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From the Back Cover

The Classic AutoCAD Resource—Now Covering the Latest Release ofAutoCAD and AutoCAD LT

Mastering AutoCAD 2004 and AutoCAD LT2004 is a fully updated and enhanced edition of Omura's classic. If you'venever used AutoCAD, the tutorial approach and step-by-step instruction will getyou started right away. If you're familiar with an earlier release, in-depthexplanations of AutoCAD's newest and most advanced features will quickly takeyour work to the next level. Whatever your experience, however you use AutoCAD,this is an indispensable resource that you'll refer to again and again. Coverageincludes:

• Finding your way around the AutoCADinterface
• Creating and developing an AutoCAD drawing
• Managing yourdrawing projects
• Controlling your drawings' printed output
• Previewingyour drawings using WYSIWYG plotting
• Discovering hiddenfeatures
• Mastering the 3D modeling and rendering process
• CustomizingAutoCAD
• Taking advantage of AutoCAD's Internet features
• Linking drawingsto databases and spreadsheets
• Combining tools to accomplish complextasks
• Managing custom symbols
• Securing and authenticating yourfiles
• Aligning and coordinating Layout views
• Customizing and using the new Tool Palettes
• Using Publish to share files with non-AutoCAD users

About the Author

George Omura is an architect, illustrator, and animator who has worked on design projects ranging from resort hotels to metropolitan transit systems. He has written numerous other AutoCAD books for Sybex, including Mastering AutoCAD 2002, Mastering AutoCAD 2000, Mastering AutoCAD 14, Mastering AutoCAD LT, and Mastering Autodesk VIZ 4.

Product Details

• Paperback: 1264 pages
• Publisher: Sybex (May 19, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0782141889
• ISBN-13: 978-0782141887
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.5 x 2.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #732,325 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

George Omura is a licensed architect and Autodesk Authorized Author who has more than 30 years of experience in architecture and has been using AutoCAD for more than 20 years. As a CAD specialist, he has worked on design projects ranging from resort hotels to metropolitan transit systems to the San Francisco Library project. He is the all-time bestselling AutoCAD author and was cited as favorite CAD author by members of the Autodesk User Group International (AUGI) in AUGIWorld magazine's "Best of Everything CAD" issue.

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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Everything I hoped it would be, June 15, 2004

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This review is from: Mastering AutoCAD 2004 and AutoCAD LT 2004 (Paperback)

I've been an Autocad user for 9 years going back to version 12. I've used every version since. Let me state right off the bat, whether you're a beginner or a very experienced cad user, BUY THIS BOOK. This book will give you a solid foundation for every area of Autocad. The book is structured from beginner to expert and includes 4 appendixes.

For the beginner (I read the beginner chaps just for fun and to see what's new in 2004) excellent walk-thru exercises with great pictures and easy to understand instructions should have you drawing in no time as well as building your confidence with each chapter.

For the more experienced user who wants to delve in to the 3d features and customization capabilities of Autocad (ex. database integration, VBA, Lisp, Web dev, sys vars, etc.), excellent coverage including walk-thru's of these areas will provide you with the solid foundation to do whatever you want. I was particularly impressed with the coverage of the 3d environment as Omura devotes 4 chapters to this topic with each one being a must read.

The inclusion of good screen shots throughout the book allows you to read and understand while away from the computer.

Very satisfied with the purchase of this book!!

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One page is worth the price of the book, May 28, 2003

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Page 963 alone is worth the price of the book if you are an advanced user. I learned how to set up all my blocks into a custom tool palette. Tool palettes are a new feature in 2004.
I started at chapter one, and learned about features I have overlooked although I've been using AutoCAD since version 10.
I can't praise Mr Omura enough, he even gives his e:mail address and invites suggestions for improvements. There isn't a better book on the market for new users of AutoCAD, or experienced users either. The writing style and exercises are so easy to follow.

16 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One page is worth the price of the book, May 28, 2003

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J. B. MCGEE "CAD WIZ" (Seattle, WA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mastering AutoCAD 2004 and AutoCAD LT 2004 (Paperback)

Page 963 alone is worth the price of the book if you are an advanced user. I learned how to set up all my blocks into a custom tool palette. Tool palettes are a new feature in 2004.
I started at chapter one, and learned about features I have overlooked although I've been using AutoCAD since version 10.
I can't praise Mr Omura enough, he even gives his e:mail address and invites suggestions for improvements. There isn't a better book on the market for new users of AutoCAD, or experienced users either. The writing style and exercises are so easy to follow.