We’re excited for you to get to know AutoCAD 2019 for Mac and AutoCAD LT 2019 for Mac which is available starting today. Early testers have commented, “This version of AutoCAD is exciting, and I can’t wait to use it daily,” and “The best just keeps getting better!” Read on to learn about new features and […]
Object and Layer Transparency: Exploring the Features and Benefits of AutoCAD
In AutoCAD, you can adjust the transparency value of any type of object including text, lines, images and hatching. Transparency is controlled in the properties of selected objects and can also be set to a default value for new objects. Transparency effects can be used to enhance your drawings in a variety of ways, for example, […]
SpotWorks Studio: Viceroy Outdoor Restaurant
Established in 2013, SpotWorks is a creative studio that specializes in high-end 3D architectural rendering services in Singapore. As an ISO 9002 certified company, we ensure that all our renderings meet the highest quality requirements for execution and delivery. Over 200 prominent architects, designers, property developers and agencies in 37 countries globally have expressed satisfaction […]
App Relieves the Pain of Repetitive AutoCAD Polylines and Splines
Finding yourself repeatedly creating AutoCAD polylines and splines over and over again? There’s actually an app to speed up the process. Available on the Autodesk App Store as a free download, Cadgen Quick Polyline will generate normal polylines and splines created on active layers using your active property settings. “On a large-scale drawing with hundreds of blocks that all need interconnecting paths shown, […]
What’s New in AutoCAD 2020? Quick Measure -Sniperindia
Welcome to the first entry of the “What’s New in AutoCAD 2020” series! Last week, we were thrilled to introduce AutoCAD2020’s powerful and innovative functionality. In this series, we’ll be diving into a few of the new features of AutoCAD 2020 and AutoCAD LT 2020—starting with the time-saving Quick Measure tool. In AutoCAD 2020, measuring distances is […]
All the Not-to-Miss AutoCAD Events at AU Las Vegas 2019
And, of course, AU isn’t complete without tons of AutoCAD sessions and labs so you can go home with even more new skills and insights. Here are just a few to keep in mind for registration: AutoCAD on Web and Mobile, Really? Yes, Much More Than One Would Expect! Tuesday, November 19, 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. […]
AutoCAD Quick Select: Tuesday Tips With Frank
Let’s face it, some things in life are more complicated than others. Flying an airplane is much more complex than flying a kite. Sometimes object selection in AutoCAD can get complex. Single clicks or any of the select options just aren’t enough. You might need to select all instances of an object with the same properties. Enter […]
Creating a 3D fantasy-inspired Orc with 3ds Max and Maya
The goal of this project was to learn more about skin shaders, and since I’m a big fan of fantasy characters and creatures, the orc was my first choice. The artwork is inspired by Dave Rapoza’s “Orc Portrait” concept, and a lot by Industrial Light & Magic’s (ILM) orcs made for the film, Warcraft. Choosing a […]
Bifcmd, Bifrost Engine and Bifrost Compute Jobs Explained
Bifrost is a portable visual programming environment that runs in Maya as a plugin – allowing you to create state of the art simulations, procedural effects, and generally use visual programming to build new tools and workflows in Maya. However, it is not just a Maya plugin.Being a portable visual programming environment, it can also be used […]
Generative Design in Architecture and Construction Will Pave the Way to Productivity
Before GPS, if you got lost while driving your car, you had to swallow your pride and stop to ask for directions. With the help of the innate intelligence of Google Maps or Waze, you can let a machine compute the best route so you can concentrate on what’s really important—driving. In the case of […]