Your guide to Essential AutoCAD Techniques In this newest edition of his indispensable book, bestselling AutoCAD author and expert George Omura offers a practical and comprehensive guide to help you easily and efficiently learn the basics of AutoCAD. His straightforward explanations and task-based approach--thoroughly updated for AutoCAD 2007 and AutoCAD LT 2007--make this practical book more valuable than ever. Whether you're new to AutoCAD or just looking for a quick refresher, you'll find the authoritative instruction you need. Become familiar with all the drafting tools of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT and learn how to: * Master the basics of drawing and editing in AutoCAD * Create 3D models and use the new modeling tools * Add and edit notes and dimensions * Understand the fundamentals of 2D drawing * Get organized with layers, blocks, groups, and external references * Find areas and distances quickly * Extract hidden data * Set up AutoCAD to work with your printer