AutoCAD EDG TEK ch.1 quiz.
How do you type the inputs if you're going to use "from" snap mode?
"@distance < angle"
What do you type for crossing polygon?
"CP"
How are tools for customizing command aliases, suggestion list synonyms, and AutoCorrect spellings accessed in AutoCAD?
"Edit Aliases" flyout in the Customization" panel of the "Manage" ribbon tab.
What is The standard equal spacing between section lines for mechanical drawings?
.063"
AutoCAD's automatic backup files have an extension of ____.
.bak
Before you can open AutoCAD's automatic backup file, you must change its extension to ____.
.dwg/.dwt
A template has a ____ file extension.
.dwt
To create a filleted corner, what value can the radius NOT be?
0
What number unlocks all items?
0
List methods for drawing an arc in autocad. Define each.
1. 3 point(1st and 3rd points are ends of the arc, 2nd point lies on arc) 2. start, center, end(line between endpoint and center)
Name methods for drawing ellipses. Define each.
1. center(specify the center of the ellipse, click on 1 point of 1 axis and on another point on the other axis) 2. axis, end(specify the 1st 2 points on the same axis and the last point on the 2nd axis)
What number locks all items?
15
What is the maximum acceptable angle between section and lines and horizontal lines?
15 degrees
What is the minimum acceptable angle between a section line and horizontal lines.
15 degrees
How can you make a window a shape other than a rectangle?
1st click and drag the normal way to start with a regular rectangle, then type "WP" for "window polygon"
How do you access eraser?
1st select the object you want to delete, then click the icon with the pencil's eraser or click enter after if typing the word "eraser"
How many line widths are recommended in ASME Y14.2, Line Conventions and Lettering?
2
What is the standard angle for section Lines on mechanical drawings?
45 degrees
To create an octagon using the POLYGON command, how many sides should you specify?
8
action bars
:Toolbars that allow you to view, remove, and adjust actions
1D Unit Block
A 1-unit, one-dimensional object such as a straight line segment, saved as a block.
unit block
A 1D,2D,or 3D unit block drawn to fit in a 1-unit, 1-unit-square,or 1-unit-cubed area so it can be scaled easily
2D Unit Block
A 2D object that fits into a 1-unit×1-unit square,saved as a block.
model
A 2D or 3D drawing composed of various objects, such as lines,circles, and text,usually created at full size
3D Unit Block
A 3D object that fits into a 1-unit x 1-unit x 1-unit cube, saved as a block.
WBLOCK
A block definition saved as a separate drawing file
real block
A block originally drawn at a 1:1 scale and then inserted using 1 for both the X and Y scale factors.
schematic block
A block originally drawn at a 1:1 scale and then inserted using the drawing scale factor for both the X and Y scale values.
revision history block
A block that provides space for the revision letter,a description of the change, the date
symbol library
A collection of related blocks, shapes, views, symbols, or other content.
Countersink
A cone-shaped recess at one end of a hole that provides a mating surface for a fastener head of the same shape
Plot Style Table
A configuration, saved as a separate file, that groups plot styles and provides complete control over plot style settings
polar coordinate system
A coordinate system in which angular dimensions locate features from surfaces, centerlines,or center planes
dimension
A description of the size,shape,or location of features on an object or structure.
Plus and minus dimensioning
A dimensioning system in which a variance from the dimension applies in both the positive(+)and negative(-) directions or in one direction only.
undirectional dimensioning
A dimensioning system in which all dimension values are displayed horizontally on the drawing.
Aligned Dimensioning
A dimensioning system in which dimension values align with dimension lines
Plot Spooler
A disk drive with memory that allows you to plot files
Color-Dependent Plot Style Table
A file that contains plot style settings used to assign plot values to object colors.
Named Plot Style Table
A file that contains plot style settings used to assign plot values to objects or layers.
Commercial and Government Entity Code(CAGE Code)
A five-digit numerical code identifier applicable to any organization that produces items used by the federal government.
tabular dimensioning:
A form of rectangular coordinate dimensioning without dimension lines in which dimensions appear in a table
Associative Hatch Pattern
A hatch pattern that updates automatically when you edit associated objects.
non-Associative Hatch Pattern
A hatch that is independent of objects and updates when the boundary changes,but not when you make changes to objects.
parameter label
A label that indicates the purpose of a parameter.
Counterbore
A larger-diameter hole machined at one end of a smaller hole that provides a place for the fastener head.
Spotface
A larger-diameter hole machined at one end of a smaller hole that provides a smooth, recessed surface for a washer similar to a counterbore, but not as deep.
Leader Line
A line that connects a note or symbol to a specific feature or location on a drawing.
cascading menu
A menu of options related to the chosen menu item.(submenu within a menu)
Coordinate Dimensioning
A method of dimensioning angles in which dimensions locate the corner of the angle.
angular dimensioning
A method of dimensioning angles in which one corner of an angle is located with a dimension and the value of the angle is provided in degrees
Chain Dimensioning
A method of dimensioning in which dimensions appear in a line from one feature to the next; dimensions are dependent of each other
Baseline Dimensioning
A method of dimensioning in which several dimensions originate from a common surface, centerline,or center plane; dimensions are independent of each other.
Tool Palette
A palette that contains tabs to help organize commands and other features.
Alignment Parameter
A parameter that aligns a block with another object in the drawing
rotation parameter
A parameter that allows objects in a block to rotate independently of the block
linear parameter
A parameter that creates a measurement reference between two points
Point Parameter
A parameter that defines an XY coordinate location in the drawing
base point parameter
A parameter that defines an alternate base point for a block
polar parameter
A parameter that includes a distance property and an angle property.
flip parameter
A parameter that mirrors selected objects within a block.
XY parameter
A parameter that specifies distance properties in the X and Y directions.
Graphic Pattern
A patterned arrangement of objects or symbols.
Revision Cloud
A polyline of sequential arcs used to form a cloud shape around changes in a drawing.
redrawing
A process that was once useful for refreshing the screen display without regenerating the drawing
page setup
A saved collection of settings required to create a finished plot of a drawing.
value set
A set of allowed values for a parameter.
gradient fill
A shading transition between the tones of one color or two separate colors.
layout
A specific arrangement of views or drawings for plotting or printing on paper
block reference
A specific instance of a block inserted into a drawing
action parameter(parameter)
A specification for block construction that controls block characteristics such as positions, distances, and angles of dynamic block geometry.
block
A symbol previously created and saved for reuse
rectangular coordinate system
A system for locating dimensions from surfaces, centerlines, or center planes using linear dimensions.
Zones
A system of letters and numbers used on large drawings to help direct the attention of the person reading the print to a location on the drawing
basic dimension
A theoretically exact dimension used in geometric dimensioning and tolerance
basic dimension
A theoretically perfect dimension used to describe the exact size, profile, orientation, and location of the feature.
bilateral tolerance
A tolerance style that permits variance in both the positive and negative directions from the specified dimension.
object snap
A tool that locates an exact point, such as an endpoint, midpoint, or center point, on or in relation to an existing object
direct dimensioning
A type of dimensioning applied to control the specific size or location of one or more specific features.
chart dimensioning
A type of dimensioning in which the variable dimensions are shown with letters that correlate to a chart in which the possible dimensions are given
rectangular coordinate dimensioning without dimension lines:
A type of dimensioning that includes only extension lines and text aligned with the extension lines.
User coordinate system (UCS)
A user override of the WCS in which the origin(0,0,0) is moved to a location specified by the user.
Removed view
A view removed from alignment with other views when drawing space is unavailable.
Section View
A view that shows internal features as if a portion of the object is cut away
floating viewport
A viewport added to a layout in paper space to display objects drawn in model space.
Tolerance Buildup
Accumulation that occurs when the tolerance of each individual dimension builds on the next.
A standard layer naming system for architectural drawings was developed by the ____.
American Institute of Architects(AIA)
chain action
An action that triggers another action when you modify a parameter.
Array Action
An action used to array objects within the block based on preset specifications.
Stretch Action
An action used to change the size and shape of block objects with a stretch operation
polar stretch action
An action used to change the size, shape, and rotation of block objects with a stretch operation.
flip action
An action used to flip the entire block or selected objects within the block
move action
An action used to move a block object independently of other objects in the same block.
rotate action
An action used to rotate objects within a block without affecting the other objects in the block
Scale Action
An action used to scale some of the objects within a block independently of the other objects
Dynamic Block
An adjustable block to which you can assign parameters, actions, and geometric constraints and constraint parameter
circular reference error
An error that occurs when a block definition references itself.
associative arrays
Anadjustable array object all items are grouped to form a single object, allowing you to make modifications such as changing the number of items and spacing between items.
feature
Any physical portion of a part or object, such as a surface, hole,window,or door.
boundary
Area filled by the hatch
Hatches(hatch patterns)
Autocad Section line symbols and graphic patterns
grouped balloons
Balloons that share the same leader, which typically connects to the most obviously displayed component.
Block Insertion Tools
Blocks located on a tool palette.
Named Objects
Blocks, dimension styles, groups, layers, linetypes, materials, multileader styles, multiline styles,plot styles,shapes,table styles,text styles,and visual styles that have specific names.
Islands
Boundaries inside another boundary.
balloons
Circles that contain a number or letter to identify the assembly component and correlate the component to a parts list or bill of materials; connect to a component with a leader line.
Layer Property Overrides
Color, linetype,line weight,transparency,and plot style properties applied to specific viewports in paper space
plot styles
Configurations of properties, including color, linetype, lineweight, line end treatment, and fill style,that are applied to objects for plotting purposes only.
Nesting
Creating a block that includes other blocks.
purge
Delete unused named objects from a drawing file.
Constraint Parameters
Dimensional constraints that control the size or location of block geometry numerically.
conventional dimensioning
Dimensioning without the use of geometric tolerancing.
alternate units(dual dimensioning units)
Dimensions in which measurements in one system, such as inches, are followed by bracketed measurements in another system,such as millimeters
Which of the following running object snaps are activated by default?: A. intersection B. center C. endpoint D. extension E. all of the above
E. all of the above
global attribute editing
Editing or changing all insertions, or instances, of the same block in a single operation
An inscribed polygon is one that is drawn outside an imaginary circle so that the sides of the polygon are tangent to the circle.
False
What do you call line selection? How does it work?
Fencing; anything the lines cross will be selected
extract
Gather content from the drawing file database to display in the drawing or in an external document
How do you distinguish polylines from regular lines?
If you use polylines to draw a shape and then click on 1, the entire outline of the shape highlights whereas if you use regular lines, only the line you click highlights
block definition
Information about a block stored within the drawing file.
configured
Installed and ready to use.
You can find the angle of a line in the XY plane using the ____ command.
LIST, MEASUREGEOM, DBLIST, DIST
Global Layer Settings
Layer settings applied to both model space and paper space
single limits
Limit dimensions used when the specified dimension cannot be any more than the maximum or less than the minimum given value
Section Lines
Lines that show where material is cut away
limit dimensioning
Method in which the upper and lower limits are given, instead of the specified dimension and tolerance.
nudging
Moving objects orthogonally by selecting the objects and using the arrow keys on the keyboard.
Dependent Objects
Named objects in a drawing that have been inserted or referenced into another drawing.
snapping
Picking a point near the intended position to have the crosshairs "snap" exactly to the specific point
destination point
Points to define the new location of objects during an ALIGN operation.
source point
Points to define the original position of objects during an ALIGN operation.
publishing
Preparing a sequential set of multiple drawings for hard copy or electronic plotting of the set
Regenerating
Recalculating and redisplaying all objects on-screen to correspond to the information in the file database.
conventional break(break)
Removal of a portion of a long,constant-shaped object to make the object fit better on the sheet
Revolved Section
Section that clarifies the contour of an object that has the same shape throughout its length.
Full Section
Section that shows 1/2 of the object removed
1/2 section
Section that shows 1/4 of the object removed
Broken-Out Section
Section that shows a small portion of the object removed.
Aligned Section
Section used when a feature is out of alignment with the center plane.
Offset Section
Section with a staggered cutting plane
parameter grips
Special grips that allow you to change the parameters of a dynamic block
Removed Section
Standard section view, but removed from direct projection from the cutting-plane.
plot stamp
Text added only to the hard copy that includes information such as the drawing name or the date and time the drawing was printed
annotative text
Text scaled by AutoCAD according to the specified annotation scale.
annotation
Textual information presented in notes, specifications, comments ,and symbols.
World Coordinate System (WCS)
The AutoCAD rectangular coordinate system. In 2D drafting, the WCS contains four quadrants, separated by the X and Y axes.
symmetrical tolerance
The AutoCAD term for an equal bilateral tolerance.
deviation tolerance
The AutoCAD term for an unequal bilateral tolerance.
Ordinate Dimensioning
The AutoCAD term for rectangular coordinate dimensioning without-dimension lines.
gap tolerance
The amount of gap allowed between segments of a boundary to be hatched.
Fit Format
The arrangement of dimension text and arrow head on a drawing
model space
The environment in AutoCAD in which you create drawings and designs.
paper space
The environment in AutoCAD in which you create layouts.
margin
The extent of the printable area objects drawn past the margin(dashed lines)do not print
Cutting Plane Line
The line that cuts through the object to expose internal features.
specified dimension
The part of the dimension from which the limits are calculated
insertion base point
The point on a block that defines where the block is positioned during insertion
definition points(defpoints)
The points used to specify the location of the dimension and the dimension text
Plot device
The printer, plotter,or alternative plotting system to which the drawing is sent
marking up(redlining)
The process of reviewing a drawing and marking required changes.
drawing scale
The ratio between the actual size of objects in the drawing and the size at which the objects plot on a sheet of paper.
Sheet Size
The size of the paper used to layout and plot drawings.
Tolerance
The total amount by which a specific dimension is permitted to vary
datum
Theoretically perfect surface, plane, point, or axis from which measurements can be taken.
Exporting
Transferring electronic data from a database,such as a drawing file,to a different format used by another program
Section lines should never cross object lines.
True
Section lines should not be parallel or perpendicular to adjacent lines on the drawing.
True
How do you save a copy of a file?
Use "Save As"
How do you preserve the characteristics of an item?
Use the LOCKUI.
Which option of the ZOOM command allows you to specify the scale of an active viewport and still maintains correct drawing scale?
XP
region
a closed 2d area
action
a definition that controls how dynamic block parameters behave.
inscribed
a shape or polygon inside a circle
suffix
a special note or application placed after the dimension value
prefix
a special note or application placed before the dimension value.
shade
a specific color mixed with black
Tint
a specific color mixed with white
chord of a circle
a straight line segment connecting 2 endpoints of an arc on a circle
child
a style override
override
a temporary change to the current style settings
Unilateral Tolerance
a tolerance style that permits a variation in only one direction from the specified dimension
Multileader Style manager dialog box
a tool that allows to create, delete, of modify multileader styles
In which point entry system are all coordinates measured from the origin?
absolute coordinates
How do you change the point style or size?
access the point style dialog box
multiple points
allows to draw multiple points while staying within the point command
break command
allows you to break an object into segments
multiple option
allows you to offset objects more than once by selecting only once by the same distance.
circumscribed
any geometric shape or polygon containing a circle inside of itself
To create only a portion of an ellipse, you should use the ____ option of the ELLIPSE command.
arc
Which option of the MEASUREGEOM command allows you to measure the perimeter of a closed object?
area
running object snaps
automatic object snap modes that run in the background while you work.
When must you set the radius of a fillet?
before selecting an object
mid between 2 points
center of circle located exactly at point equal distance from endpoints of 2 lines
Which is NOT a valid option for creating an arc?
center, radius
A small angled surface used to relieve a sharp corner is known as a ____.
chamfer
A polygon that is created around the outside of a circle and is tangent to the circle is said to be ____ about the circle.
cirumscribed
How do you make coordinates visible?
click on the 3 horizontal bars on the bottom right corner and select "Coordinates"
How can you select everything you drew?
click the "Select All" button in utilities
How do you redo an action?
click the forward arrow
How can you select a group of multiple objects at once?
click, move the cursor of the objects you wish to select, and then reclick
Justification
concerns how the text is positioned with respect to the 1st point you chose
pointer input
coordinate values are entered using dynamic input
Relative Coordinates
coordinates values are precdeded by the "@" symbol
Which direction are end angles calculated from the start point.
counterclockwise
The array option within the Copy command
create copies of objects in a line; good for equally spacing distance between objects. ex. airplane windows
MTEXT command
creates a text object that can include multiple lines of text,such as paragraphs or a list of general notes
polar tracking
crosshairs snap at preset incremental angles
What color number are objects unique to the base drawing by default?
dark green 82
iterface items
devices used to interpret data(ex. mouse, keyboard)
Associative dimension
dimension in which all elements are linked to, or associated with, the dimensioned object updates when the associated object changes.
Location Dimension
dimensions that locate features on an object without specifying the size of the feature
Size Dimension
dimensions that provide the size of physical features
How do you select only part of an object?
draw a green window right to left
endpoint object snap
drawing a line or object at the endpoint of an existing object
intersection object snap
drawing a line or object at the intersection point of 2+ objects
The two primary types of AutoCAD files are ____
drawing files and templates
center object snap
draws a line or object at the center of an existing arc or circle
nearest object snap
draws a new object from the existing object nearest to where you clicked your cursor
hor option
draws horizontal xlines through 1 specified root point
ver option
draws vertical xlines through 1 specified root point
ang option
draws xlines at specified angles from the root point
how does the extend command work?
enter into the extend command, hit [enter] and then select the objects you want to intersect/extend.
How do you extend objects using boundaries?
enter into the extend command, select the object you want to define as the boundary, hit [enter] and finally click on the object you want extended ending at the pre-defined boundary.
how do you extend multiple objects using boundaries?
enter into the extend command, select the object you want to define as the boundary, hit [enter] and finally drag a window selecting all the objects you want extended ending at the pre-defined boundary.
How often should you save your work when using AutoCad?
every 10-15 minutes
ALL object snap overrides can be also available as running object snaps. true or false?
false
After you have created the layers you need, you should delete layer 0.
false
Before using QuickCalc, you must exit any active drawing command.
false
True or false. Rotation of an object changes the directions of quadrant points. In other words, the left, right, top, and bottom sides of the object marking 0, 90, 180, 270 change.
false
True or false? you need to close palettes in order to use other commands and work on the drawing.
false
Rectangle is the only method of selection. true or false. If false, provide another method.
false; lasso
A rounded interior corner is called a:
fillet
How do you apply object snap overrides on objects?
for sure, right click and select Osnap override cascading menu
Which icon in the Layer Properties Manager indicates the current layer?
green check mark
What does the ISOLATEOBJECTS command do?
hides all the objects except for the ones you select.
What is 1 way to save an autocad drawing using typed keys only?
hit Ctrl + S
How can you move an item without unlocking it?
hit [ctrl] while moving it.
How can you type multiple lines of text while in the single line command?
hit [enter] after the 1st command
How do you exit of out text command?
hit [enter] twice
How do you trim objects within the extend command?
hit [shift] with your cursor over the portion you wish to delete.
How do you type in the line command on AutoCAD?
hit the L key
How do you reverse the direction of arc?
hold down [ctrl] while the ARC command is active
extension object snap
hover near the endpoint of 1 object and acquire the 1st point and then hover near an endpoint of another object to acquire the 2nd point
How do you select a bunch of objects like lines that are stacked together or too close together?
hover your cursor over the group and hold shift and the space bar. It lets you see both a long line and a short line if you're dealing with lines.
projection plane
imaginary plane surface parallel to object
Use the Scaling for height: text box in the Tolerance format area to set the text height of tolerance values in relation to the text height of the specified dimension. Why do some companies prefer this?
it takes up less space.
Lasso Selection
left click the cursor mouse and hover it over objects the same way as a window rectangle
Which direction you drag a lasso to select only part of an object?
left to right
Which command can display data about any AutoCAD object?
list
from snap mode
locating the center of a circle using polar coordinate entry. A line from the midpoint another line a certain distance away from the circle's center forms an angle with the 1st line.
the 2 axes of an ellipse are know an the _________ axes.
major and minor
What is one way to view both the palette and the drawing at the same time on the same page/window?
make palette transparent 😂
How do you snap the center point of a geometric object(circle, polygon)?
move the crosshairs near the perimeter of the object
Align command
moves and rotates object in 1 operation
repetitive features
multiple features having the same shape and size
are angles of a directly projected object altered when views are removed?
no
In the MEASUREGEOM command, which option of the Area option allows you to find the area of a rectangle without picking its vertices?
object
spacing option
option for determing row and column spacing
count option
option for determining number of columns and rows
Which mode forces all of the lines you draw to be either horizontal or vertical?
ortho
How can you display the traditional menu bar if it has been replaced by the ribbon, application menu, or quick access toolbar?
pick the "Customize Quick Access Toolbar" flyout on the right side of the "Quick Access toolbar" and select "Show Menu Bar."
how do you set the point size as an absolute value?
pick the "set size in absolute units" radio button
How do you activate or display a previous used command?
pick the command line you want to use before pressing the up or down arrow and then press [enter ].
block command
places blocks in place of points at each increment
Divide Command
places point objects at equally spaced locations on an object or line
Which of the following commands is used to create a polyline?
pline
A single AutoCAD object that may consist of multiple arc and line segments is a(n) ____
polyline
What is 1 trick to get help or information about a command you are currently using?
press [f1] to display "context-oriented help"
How do you cancel a command or exit a dialog box?
press the "escape key"[esc]
To end a command, you can use any of the following techniques EXCEPT ____.
pressing the [F1] key
If the size of the screen display does not allow you see the autosnap marker, how can you still confirm before selecting a point?
read the tooltip
By default, what color number are objects unique to the reference drawing?
red 1
which command can used to reverse the action of the undo and U commands?
redo
trim
removes the sharp corner and replaces it with the fillet
Name 1 way for changing properties of text in autocad?
right click on the desired line to open properties panel
What are 2 easy ways to access object snap?
right click the object snap button or open the object snap flyout on the status bar
How do you edit space of grid?
right click the toggle grid button until you see an option for settings
Which font does NCS recommend?
sans serif
Multileader Styles
saved configurations for the appearance of leaders.
how do you set the point size as a percentage of the screen size?
select the "set size relative to screen" radio button.
How do you change your workspace in an autocad application?
select the "workspace switching" button in the status bar.
How do you unselect selected items?
select the item you wish to unselect and hold [Shift]
How do you set the default number of copies of an object you want to be multiple or single?
select the mOde option
Window selection
selects all objects entirely w/in the window
window lasso
selects all objects entirely within an irregular shape
window polygon
selects all objects entirely within the polygon shape
Crossing Selection
selects all objects in the window and objects crossing the window
Fencing selection
selects every object it passes
shoulder
short horizontal line usually added to the end of straight leader lines.
The feature that constrains the crosshairs to move in specific increments is called ____.
snap
Which of the following commands cannot be used to create a rectangle?
spline
If you know that an arc with an included angle of 15° needs to begin at the end of an existing line and end at the center point of a circle, which ARC option would you use to create the arc?
start, end angle
continue
starts a new arc at the endpoint of a previously drawn arc
Which option allows you to draw a circle tangent to three existing objects?
tan, tan, tan
A line that comes into contact with a circle at only one point is said to be ____ to the circle.
tangent
fields
text object that can display a specific property value, setting, or characteristic.
attributes:
text-based data assigned to a specific object. Attributes turn a drawing into a graphical database.
Polar Coordinates
the angle is preceded by a less than (<) symbol
polar coordinate
the angle is preceded by a less than (<) symbol
parent
the dimension style from which a style override is formed
dimensional input
the length and angle are entered in dynamic input fields.
Tangnet
the one and only common point shared by 2 lines, arcs, or circles
which format is recommended by ASME Y14.5 to set the text height of tolerance values in relation to the text height of the specified dimension.
tolerance
object snap override
tool for accessing object snap modes used the least often
measure command
tool with the aid of total length used to help determine increments; same function as divide command
AutoCAD can calculate an accurate area for a plate even if the plate has several holes in it.
true
Before you can apply a linetype to a layer, you must load it into the Select Linetype dialog box.
true
Dimension styles preset typical unit requirements which can be edited within the same style.
true
Forcing dimension lines inside extension lines with the "draw dim line between ext lines" is NOT a recommended ASME standard.
true
Fractions greater than one require a hyphen between the whole number and the fraction.
true
If you store your custom templates in AutoCAD's Template folder, they will appear automatically in the Select template dialog box.
true
In an architectural drawing, AutoCAD treats all entries as inches unless you include the foot (′) mark.
true
It is important to exit commands when typing new commands. True or false?
true
Object snap modes function with the active command. true or false?
true
Object snap tracking modes only work with running object snaps. true or false?
true
Points appear as 1-pixel dots by default. true or false.
true
The DIM command remains active after you create a dimension, allowing you to continue dimensioning without reselecting the command.
true
The find and replace strings are saved with the drawing file for future use.
true
The name of running object snaps suggest they operate by default. true or false?
true
The number of views drawn to completely describe an object depends and varies. true or false?
true
The radius of the fillet you set becomes the new default value.
true
Trimming only works on intersecting objects.
true
True or false. window vs lasso selections with whole of partial objects are dragged in opposite directions.
true
True or false? Object snap is useful in point selection or point plotting.
true
True or false? To zoom in to a specific object, you can type "zoom", type "o", and select the object you zoom in on.
true
True or false? fillet is tangent to the 2 objects it is connected to.
true
True or false? tangent can be used as an aid to construct circles.
true
True or false? the draworder command can help select or display objects hidden by other objects?
true
When drawing an arc, you can press [Ctrl] to reverse the direction if the arc is forming in the incorrect clockwise or counterclockwise direction.
true
When you enter the radius for a circle, the value you enter becomes the new default value.
true
You can use polylines to draw shapes. true or false?
true
the MEASUREGEOM command can be used to find the distance between two points.
true
the drawing units dialog box allows you to set up both linear and angular units.
true
to find the location of a point that corresponds to an object grip, pick the object to activate grips and select the grip to display its coordinates in the status bar.
true
true or false? AutoCAD restores the selected running object snap modes when you reactivate running object snap.
true
true or false? AutoSnap feature is on by default.
true
true or false? New dimensions are assigned the same layers as the selected dimensions by default.
true
true or false? blue windows left to right only select whole objects whereas only the green windows right to left select parts of an object.
true
true or false? object snaps can help you measure distance or area of objects.
true
true or false?,The base and reference drawing sare typically separate files with unique names.
true
when polar tracking is on, autocad displays alignment paths at specified polar angle increments.
true
You should limit the number of running object snaps you use. true or false? How can you solve this problem?
true; object snap overrides
How can you stop drawing lines?
type "escape", hit [Enter], or click X for exit
How do you zoom OUT of a drawing?
type "zoom", then "extents"
When drawing a shape, how do you close the line back to the origin point where you started drawing?
type the letter C or click the word "close"
how do you dimension repetitive features?
type the number of repetitions followed by an X, a space, and the dimension value. e.g. to create 7 circles with a diamter of 6, type 7X Ø6.
How can you access the circle command in autocad?
type the word "circle" or click the circle icon on the home tab under the draw panel.
How do you access the polyline command?
type the word "polyline" or "p line"
How do you reload the current Drafting and Annotation workspace?
use the "setCurrent" option of the WORKSPACE command
How do you change the order objects in a drawing?
use the DRAWORDER command
How do you hide selected objects?
use the HIDEOBJECTS command
How do you redisplay hidden objects?
use the UNISOLATEOBJECTS command
How do you end an autocad session?
use the exit command. Can be accessed either through the x(close button) in the top right corner or double clicking the application menu in the top left corner and select the option with the word, "exit".
Auxiliary View
view required for foreshortened objects or objects that appear smaller than their true size or lengths
another name for object lines is __________.
visible lines
markers
visual cues that appear at the snap point to confirm object snap mode and location.
bisect option
xline that bisects an angle through the root point as the vertex
