The Tao of CAD

Simple AutoCAD truths that help harmonize drafter with computer.

The Esc key will set you free.

Object snap is a true friend: look to it for guidance to insure your line complete its journey.

To turn off the active layer is to shame and anger it, and in the end it will cause you great pain.

Save regularly so you don’t work in vain.

Plan the placement of your dimensions to be clean and clear, not cluttered and repetitious.

Keep your layers well managed and life will be easier for it.

Dimensions cannot be fudged.

Do not draft upon layer zero, keep it clean so exploded objects won’t become clustered.