Even AutoCAD developers turn to this book for answers!

Find out what fans of all the previous bestselling editions of this book already know: this is the top all-in-one guide to everything you need to master AutoCAD. Whether you're a novice looking to start with the basics and progress to programming, or an AutoCAD veteran exploring what's new or seeking a quick refresher, every feature is covered. Start drawing today in AutoCAD 2010 with the one book you need to succeed.

• Start drawing right away with a Quick Start project

• Draw, view, and edit in 2D, then add text and dimensions

• Reference other drawings and link data to objects

• Build, view, and present complex 3D drawings

• Customize commands, create shortcuts, and use scripts and macros

• Program AutoCAD using AutoLISP® and VBA

What's on the DVD?

• Trial versions of both AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD LT 2010

• Over 300 before-and-after drawings from working AutoCAD professionals

• A selection of helpful add-on programs

• The entire book in searchable PDF

• Videos on the two big new features of AutoCAD 2010 Parametric Constraints and Mesh Solids

System Requirements: Please see the DVD appendix for details and system requirements.

Control your drawings with the new parametric constraints
Draw and display sophisticated 2D and 3D models
Create organic, molded solids with 3D meshes

Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.