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Introduction to AutoCAD Chapter 1 Review
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Briefly describe an advantage of using the ribbon. - ANS-It provides a convenient location from which to select commands and options that would require extensive typing, multiple toolbars, or several menus. Briefly describe the function of dynamic input. - ANS-Area near the crosshairs where you can type commands and options and view context-oriented information. Briefly explain the function of the [Esc] key. - ANS-Keyboard key used to cancel a command or exit a dialog box. Define or explain the term: Button - ANS-A "hot spot" on the screen that you pick to access an application, command, or option. Define or explain the term: Command - ANS-An instruction issued to the computer to complete a specific task. Define or explain the term: Default - ANS-A value maintained by the computer until changed. Define or explain the term: Function key - ANS-The key labeled [F1] through [F12] along the top of the keyboard. Define or explain the term: Hover - ANS-Pause the cursor over an item to display information or options. Define or explain the term: Option - ANS-A choice associated with a command, or an alternative function of a command. Define or explain the term: Pick (or click) - ANS-Press the left mouse button. Describe the Application Menu search tool and briefly explain how to use it. - ANS-Used to locate and access any AutoCAD command in the Customize User Interface. Type a command name in the Search text box to find the best-matched command. Describe the function of the application status bar. - ANS-Includes areas that display and control a variety of drawing aids and commands. Describe the purpose of the InfoCenter, and explain how to use the InfoCenter text box.
Describe two methods for accessing AutoCAD commands and list interface items associated with each. - ANS-Commands are available by direct access from the ribbon, shortcut menus, and the Application Menu. They are also available with the use 'dynamic input' or a 'command alias'. Describe two ways to access the Autodesk Exchange window. - ANS-Click on the Help button at top-right of screen marked with [?], or use the keyboard to type in the commands: 'HELP', [?], or [F1]. Explain the basic function of the Application Menu. - ANS-It is a system that provides access to application-related and file-related commands and settings. How do you access a shortcut menu? - ANS-Right-click with your mouse. This is a context-sensitive menu. How do you access previously used commands when dynamic input is on? - ANS-A temporary input area appears in the drawing window, below and to the right of the crosshairs be default. How do you change from one workspace to another? - ANS-Pick the Workspace fly-out on the Quick access toolbar or the Workspace Switching button on the status bar and select a different workspace. How do you select the locking options to lock the interface items in either their floating or docked state? - ANS-Pick the Toolbar/Window Positions button on the status bar to access the Locked/Unlocked options. Name at least one application for AutoCAD software. - ANS-AutoCAD allows you to produce: two-dimensional drawings, three-dimensional drawings, and animations. Name one method of exiting AutoCAD. - ANS-The 'EXIT' command. Name the function key that will execute the task: Grid mode (toggle) - ANS-F Name the function key that will execute the task: Ortho mode (toggle) - ANS-F Name the function key that will execute the task: Snap mode (toggle) - ANS-F What are drawing standards? - ANS-They are standards established by organizations regulating: file storage, templates, units of measurement, the page layout, borders, symbols, and text.