Overview of AutoCAD Essential Commands

Aug 26, 2024

AutoCAD Commands Overview

Introduction

  • Overview of 10 commands in AutoCAD to enhance drawing efficiency.

Command List

  1. ZXW Command

    • Purpose: Draw axes.
    • Instructions:
      • Type zxw and press enter.
      • Input dimensions for x-axis and y-axis.
    • Outcome: Axes drawn with letters, numbers, and dimensions.
  2. XWW Command

    • Purpose: Create walls in one click.
    • Instructions:
      • Type xww and press enter.
      • Select wall thickness and then select access.
    • Outcome: Walls drawn symbolically and professionally.
  3. AD Command

    • Purpose: Open doors for a plan.
    • Instructions:
      • Type ad and press enter.
      • Select door style and dimensions (e.g., 90).
    • Outcome: Doors placed simply and efficiently.
  4. AW Command

    • Purpose: Open windows for a plan.
    • Instructions:
      • Type aw and press enter.
      • Select style and dimensions (e.g., 200).
    • Outcome: Windows added in a simple manner.
  5. WWF Command

    • Purpose: Create hatches.
    • Instructions:
      • Type wwf and press enter.
      • Select the blend.
    • Outcome: Hatches drawn quickly.
  6. D-Dimension (DDG) Command

    • Purpose: Make interior dimensions.
    • Instructions:
      • Type ddg and press enter.
      • Select the room and repeat for all rooms.
    • Outcome: Efficient dimensioning of interiors.
  7. DDG Command

    • Purpose: Make exterior dimensions.
    • Instructions:
      • Type ddg and press enter.
      • Select the blend for exterior dimensions.
    • Outcome: Quick dimensioning in one click.
  8. JJ Command

    • Purpose: Add furniture to a plan.
    • Instructions:
      • Type jj and press enter.
      • Select the room (e.g., living room).
    • Outcome: Furniture placed easily in designated rooms.
  9. WC Command

    • Purpose: Create WC symbols.
    • Instructions:
      • Type wc and press ok.
      • Select desired options and place in plan.
    • Outcome: WCs drawn simply and quickly.
  10. ABH Command

  • Purpose: Automatic numbering for stairs.
  • Instructions:
    • Type abh and press enter.
    • Select the intersection and write the starting number (e.g., 1).
  • Outcome: Automatic stair numbering completed professionally.

Conclusion

  • Encouragement to explore the commands further.
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