AutoCAD 2026 Essential Training

In this essential training course, Shaun Bryant-a platinum level Autodesk Certified Instructor-dives into the fundamentals of AutoCAD 2026. Learn how to navigate the interface, set up workspaces, and use basic tools to create and modify drawings with precision.

Learning objectives

• Explore the key components and navigation tools of the AutoCAD interface, including the application menu, ribbon, and Quick Access Toolbar.
• Set up drawing units, work with both metric and imperial units, and utilize templates effectively in AutoCAD.
• Apply navigation techniques such as Zoom, Pan, and ViewCube to efficiently move within Modelspace and Paperspace.
• Utilize drafting tools like OSNAP, POLAR, and ORTHO to create precise geometric shapes including lines, arcs, circles, and polygons.
• Modify drawing elements using tools like Move, Copy, Rotate, Scale, Trim, and Extend to adjust geometry accurately in AutoCAD.
• Create and format text, dimensions, and tables using AutoCAD’s annotation tools to add detailed information to drawings.
• Manage layers, object properties, and blocks to organize and enhance the visual structure of AutoCAD drawings.
• Integrate external references (XREFs) and use cloud-based storage options to collaborate and share AutoCAD drawings with other stakeholders.

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