CHAPTER-7

AutoCAD MENUS

• Q1: Define AutoCAD.
  Ans:AutoCAD is a computer-aided design (CAD) software used for creating 2D and 3D drawings and models.
• Q2: Write the uses of AutoCAD.
  Ans:AutoCAD is used for:

  • ➔ Drafting
  • ➔ Designing
  • ➔ Modeling
  • ➔ Documentation in engineering, architecture, and construction
• Q3: Write a full form of AutoCAD.
  Ans:The full form of AutoCAD is Automatic Computer Aided Design.
• Q4: Enlist 4 features of AutoCAD.
  Ans:Four features of AutoCAD are:

  • ➔ Layer Management
  • ➔ Dimensioning Tools
  • ➔ 3D Modeling
  • ➔ Object Snap
• Q5: How is a command repeated in AutoCAD?
  Ans:A command is repeated in AutoCAD by pressing the Enter key or spacebar.
• Q6: Explain the use of AutoCAD in Architecture.
  Ans:AutoCAD helps architects create detailed floor plans, elevations, sections, and 3D building models efficiently and accurately.
• Q7: Name 4 command of Quick Access Toolbar in AutoCAD.
  Ans:The commands are:

  • ➔ New
  • ➔ Open
  • ➔ Save
  • ➔ Undo
  • ➔ Redo
• Q8: How will you cancel a command in AutoCAD?
  Ans:To cancel a command in AutoCAD, press the Esc key.
• Q9: Define Model space in AutoCAD.
  Ans:Model space is the workspace where the actual drawing or design is created in full scale.
• Q10: Define Layout space AutoCAD.
  Ans:Layout space is used for plotting and printing, where you can arrange views of the model with annotations.
• Q11: Name 4 pulldown menus in AutoCAD.
  Ans:The menus are:

  • ➔ File
  • ➔ Edit
  • ➔ Draw
  • ➔ Modify
• Q12: What are the main features of the Modify pulldown menu?
  Ans:The features are:

  • ➔ Move
  • ➔ Copy
  • ➔ Rotate
  • ➔ Scale
  • ➔ Trim
• Q13: What do you know about quick properties?
  Ans:Quick Properties display editable information about selected objects for faster editing.
• Q14: Define grid display in AutoCAD.
  Ans:Grid display shows a pattern of dots or lines to help align objects while drafting.
• Q15: Name 4 commands of status bar in AutoCAD.
  Ans:The commands are:

  • ➔ Snap Mode
  • ➔ Grid Display
  • ➔ Ortho Mode
  • ➔ Object Snap
• Q16: Write the shortcut key for Ortho mode in AutoCAD.
  Ans:The shortcut key for Ortho mode is F8.
• Q17: Define Ortho mode in AutoCAD.
  Ans:Ortho mode restricts cursor movement to horizontal and vertical directions for precise drawing.