TABLE OF CONTENTS This section introduces the methodology of Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2007. Many concepts will be familiar to the seasoned AutoCAD user; many will be new. If you are a current AutoCAD user, skim through this section looking for concepts unique to ADT, particularly in Chapter 2.
If you do not have AutoCAD experience, then please read this entire section. It may also benefit you to complete some basic AutoCAD tutorials prior to reading it.
This chapter is designed to get you acquainted with the user interface and work environment of Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2007 (ADT). Collectively, all aspects of the user interface and work environment are referred to as the "Workspace." In addition to the Workspace, this chapter will also explore any necessary AutoCAD skills required for successful usage of ADT. If you did the Quick Start tutorial prior to this chapter, then you are already familiar with some of the objects and features of ADT. Read on to begin understanding the logic of the Workspace and what user interface skills are required to be successful with ADT.
Understand the ADT Workspace.
Gain comfort with the user interface.
Explore the prevalence of the right-click.
Assess your existing AutoCAD skills.
The Workspace of Autodesk Architectural Desktop 2007 (ADT) offers a clean and streamlined environment designed to put the tools and features that you need to...
