Chapter 10

DesignCenter, Dynamic Blocks, and External References

CHAPTER OBJECTIVES

  • Correctly use the following commands and settings:

    Attach External

    Block Editor (BE)

    Reference (XATTACH)

    DesignCenter (DC)

    (Xref Bind) XBIND

    External Reference (XREF)

    Set Base Point (BASE)

Introduction

In this chapter, you will use the AutoCAD DesignCenter to copy layers and blocks (furniture) from one drawing to another. You will also make blocks that perform actions dynamically. Finally, you will use external reference commands that allow you to attach drawings to other drawings so that they appear in the primary, or host, drawing without becoming part of it.

Exercise 10-1 Reception Area Furniture Installation Plan Using DesignCenter ...

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