Introduction to AutoCAD

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Match the following AutoCAD commands with their descriptions:

LINE = Draws a straight line between two points. CIRCLE = Creates a circle by specifying center and radius. RECTANGLE = Draws a rectangle by specifying two opposite corners. ARC = Draws an arc based on three defined points.

Match the following AutoCAD display settings with their functions:

GRIDMODE = Displays a grid to assist with alignment. SNAPMODE = Restricts movement to grid increments. ORTHO MODE = Constrains drawing to horizontal or vertical lines. POLAR TRACKING = Helps draw along specified angles.

Match the AutoCAD commands with their measurement functions:

DIST = Measures the distance between two points. AREA = Calculates the area of a closed boundary. ID = Displays the coordinates of a specified point. LIST = Shows detailed properties of an object.

Match the dimensioning tools with their descriptions:

LINEAR DIMENSION = Measures horizontal or vertical distances. ALIGNED DIMENSION = Measures distances along an inclined line. ANGULAR DIMENSION = Measures the angle between two lines. RADIUS DIMENSION = Measures the radius of a circle. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their correct context within AutoCAD:

MODEL SPACE = The workspace where actual drawings are created. PAPER SPACE = Used to arrange the layout for plotting and printing. VPORTS = Creates multiple views in Paper Space. MS/PS = Switches between Model and Paper Space. Signup and view all the answers

Match each plotting command with its function:

PLOT = Opens the plot dialog for printing. PAGESETUP = Defines print settings such as paper size and margins. PLOTSTYLE = Assigns line weights and colors for plotting. INSERT TITLE BLOCK = Adds company details, drawing scale, and annotations. Signup and view all the answers

Match each text command with its correct function in AutoCAD:

TEXT = Creates single-line text. MTEXT = Creates multiline text with formatting options. TEXTSTYLE = Manages different text fonts and sizes. HATCH = Fills an area with a predefined pattern. Signup and view all the answers

Match the Hatching commands with their function:

HATCH = Fills an area with a predefined pattern. GRADIENT = Applies color gradients to objects. HATCHEDIT = Modifies existing hatches. TEXTSTYLE = Manages different text fonts and sizes. Signup and view all the answers

Match the AutoCAD drawing commands with their geometric shapes:

CIRCLE = Draws a circle by defining the center and radius. ELLIPSE = Draws an elliptical shape. ARC = Creates a curved line segment. LINE = Draws a straight line. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following object modification commands with their descriptions:

TRIM = Cuts objects to a specified boundary. EXTEND = Extends objects to meet other lines. OFFSET = Creates parallel copies of objects. ERASE = Deletes selected objects. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following modify commands with their shape altering effects:

FILLET = Rounds the corner between two lines. CHAMFER = Creates a beveled corner between two lines. ROTATE = Rotates objects around a base point. SCALE = Enlarges or reduces an object proportionally. Signup and view all the answers

Match array creation commands with their patterns:

ARRAYRECT = Creates a rectangular pattern of objects. ARRAYPOLAR = Arranges objects in a circular pattern. ERASE = Deletes selected objects. SCALE = Enlarges or reduces an object proportionally. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following AutoCAD commands with their boolean operation descriptions:

UNION = Combines multiple objects into one. SUBTRACT = Removes one object from another. INTERSECT = Keeps only the overlapping portions of objects. OFFSET = Creates parallel copies of objects. Signup and view all the answers

Match the applications of AutoCAD with their respective fields:

Architectural design = Used for creating floor plans and building designs. Structural and civil engineering = Used for creating structural drawings and site layouts. Mechanical and manufacturing designs = Used for designing mechanical components and manufacturing processes. Electrical and piping layouts = Used for planning electrical systems and piping networks. Signup and view all the answers

Match each user interface element with its primary function:

Application Menu = Access file operations such as open, save, and print. Quick Access Toolbar = Frequently used commands like save, undo, and redo. Ribbon and Panels = Contains tools categorized into tabs for easy access. Command Line = Used for executing commands efficiently. Signup and view all the answers

Match the function keys with their corresponding AutoCAD modes:

F7 = Toggles GRIDMODE on or off. F8 = Toggles ORTHO MODE on or off. F9 = Toggles SNAPMODE on or off F10 = Toggles POLAR TRACKING on or off. Signup and view all the answers

Match the short cut key with its AutoCAD command description:

L = Draws a straight line C = Creates a circle REC = Draws a rectangle M = Moves objects Signup and view all the answers

Match the following shortcut key with its corresponding AutoCAD command functions:

CO = Copies objects TR = Trims objects EX = Extends objects O = Creates parallel copies Signup and view all the answers

Match the shortcut key with its view operations in AutoCAD:

Z = Adjusts view (Zoom) P = Moves the view (Pan) L = Draws a straight line C = Creates a circle Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What is AutoCAD?

Computer-aided design software by Autodesk for precise 2D and 3D drawings, widely used in engineering, architecture, and construction.

Application Menu

Accesses file operations like open, save, and print in the AutoCAD interface.