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Introducing new addition to our bookshelf. Mastering AutoCAD is your answer to understanding the ins and outs of AutoCAD 2007
. It features detailed chapters on 3D modeling and the new rendering engine included with the latest version Mastering AutoCAD is loaded with lots of tips and tricks and real life ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 1 Sep 2006 | 
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AutoCAD LT now ships for free and provides a great way to explore some of the new features found within the Full Version of AutoCAD. If your thinking about upgrading to AutoCAD 2007
, purchasing AutoCAD LT is a great way to get up to speed with the latest release. Did ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 27 Aug 2006 | Permalink
AutoCAD developer Chad Wanless has recently announced that due to health reasons, can no longer maintain ObjectDCL. Recently many blogs have been wishing Chad the best: jtbworld between_the_lines thread 1 theswamp.org thread 2 theswamp.org The ObjectDCL project has been moved to sourceforge.net where it will become a community project for ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 25 Aug 2006 | Permalink
Although not an entirely new resource we thought we would remind you of an Autodesk page devoted to AutoCAD tips. Its a compilation of AutoCAD tips and techniques from users all over the world and is definitely worth a visit. It covers AutoCAD 2006 tips and earlier versions back to ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 14 Aug 2006 | Permalink
Popular AutoCAD Ebook Series Cadopolis is proud to offer a robust AutoCAD Tutorial & Ebook series written by one of the most prolific writers on CAD, author and journalist Ralph Grabowski . These easy to read AutoCAD tutorials provide you with a fast and convenient way to learn about a ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 10 Aug 2006 | Permalink
We are pleased to announce the new release of 2D DESIGNER V2007 for AutoCAD 2007
by ProCAD Software. The robust and highly-automated 2D DESIGNER applications include AutoELECTRIC, Piping Suite and components, AutoFLOW, AutoORTHO and AutoISO. These products are included in the ProCAD Suite but may also be purchased individually. ...
... read more about »ProCAD releases Piping Suite for 2007
Posted by Cadopolis | 29 Jul 2006 | Permalink
Somaxx the makers of Protection Manager and Export Manager have announced that their CAD software now runs in AutoCAD 2007
: Protection Manager locks your AutoCAD drawings, viewports or selected objects with a password. It also features a proxy graphics option that protects drawings even if when this software is not ...
... read more about »Somaxx announces 2007 support
Posted by Cadopolis | 25 Jul 2006 | Permalink
Good news for AutoCAD users. Cadig just released a new version of their AutoCAD Excel Software. Announcing AutoTable 3.3 - the easiest way to update tables and synchronize AutoCAD to the original spreadsheet. AutoTable is designed to provide AutoCAD, AutoCAD LT and MicroStation users a more convenient way working together ...
... read more about »Import Excel to AutoCAD 2007!
Posted by Cadopolis | 21 Jul 2006 | Permalink
MBG Solutions just announced a new release of Block Controller Version 24.732 for AutoCAD 14-2007. There’s over 30 major design and functional improvements to make your CAD work even more efficient. Below just a few new features: All Dialog boxes redesigned to make them more compact and intuitive Adjust Blocks ...
... read more about »Block Controller for AutoCAD 14-2007
Posted by Cadopolis | 11 Jul 2006 | Permalink
DRCAUTO software has just announced the completion and release of Tookit MAX and Toolkit standard for 2007! All software add-ons by Drcauto are now 2007 compatible and run in AutoCAD LT and the AutoCAD full version. Both products ship with a free version of SlingShot Max 2007. SlingShot Max includes ...
... read more about »LT does run AutoCAD LISP routines!
Posted by Cadopolis | 6 Jul 2006 | Permalink
Ellen Finkelstein, Inc. just released her new book AutoCAD 2007
and AutoCAD LT 2007 Bible. Written for both novice and experienced users, this book covers the new 3D enhancements, how to customize 2007, tips on drawing and editing in 2D with layers and dimensions and more. It also ships with ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 30 Jun 2006 | Permalink
Since Autodesk first acquired Revit, it has almost become a household word in the AutoCAD community. But what exactly is Revit? In 2002 Autodesk combined Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology and three-dimensional modeling into one package. With these two technologies now seamed together, Revit software has changed the way offices ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 28 Jun 2006 | Permalink
S9 the makers of Quicktext, Autolist2000v2 and Pipe Fit Pro have just announced that they have upgraded their add-ons to support the latest AutoCAD 2007
. QUICKTEXT No more fiddling around with three AutoCAD annotation commands, dtext, mtext and qleader! Every time you need to annotate, simply load QuickText™, check the ...
... read more about »New AutoCAD 2007 releases for S9
Posted by Cadopolis | 21 Jun 2006 | Permalink
Here are some important announcements about Bluebeam Software. • All Bluebeam products now support the 2007 version release. • Bluebeam Revu v. 4.5 includes Tablet PC Compatibility! • New Bluebeam Software Page here at Cadopolis! Bluebeam Revu v 4.5 Update Tablet PC Compatibility - released 6/7/06 Bluebeam users can now ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 13 Jun 2006 | Permalink
Did you know that for roughly $330 you can upgrade from your previous AutoCAD LT version to the new AutoCAD LT 2007? If you have version 2004 or later you can purchase your copy today. We also have 5-10 user upgrades available as well. Check latest pricing today while supplies ...
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... read more about »Upgrades for LT 2007 available
Posted by Cadopolis | 12 Jun 2006 | Permalink
Join over 8,000 readers that subscribe to an informative online AutoCAD newsletter called upFront.eZine. Since 1995 Ralph Grabowski has been writing a weekly newsletter for the CAD industry. This newsletter is delivered to your desktop every Tuesday morning by email and best of all it’s free! In addition to upFront.eZine ...
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... read more about »Free AutoCAD Newsletter since 1995!
Posted by Cadopolis | 9 Jun 2006 | Permalink
Autodesk Technical Evangelist, Lynn Allen has a AutoCAD 2007
Tips and Tricks Booklet available on her site that definitely worth checking out . You can read more about Lynn Allens blog here. In the booklet are 3d tips, new 2007 features, shortcuts and more. ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 6 Jun 2006 | Permalink
Plot Minder by CadFx is a fascinating program that tracks your plot usage and costs. Information such as job number, drawing name, plot area, user name, date & time, copies, and cost will be automatically captured. CAD administrators can even run reports on the fly. The plot allows customized output ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 5 Jun 2006 | Permalink
Did you know Cadopolis offers free web hosting? If you’re an Autodesk User Group or non-profit organization that has quality content relating to Autodesk news, information, or training - then you automatically qualify. A free server or site wide search engine is also available. ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 1 Jun 2006 | Permalink
AutoCAD LT 2007 is built upon the same technology that you’ll find in the full version of AutoCAD 2007
. Autodesk has created AutoCAD LT by removing a few features here from the full version to make it affordable for small to mid-sized companies and home offices. In fact AutoCAD LT ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 31 May 2006 | Permalink
Quick note - Ellen Finkelstein’s *AutoCAD 2007
and AutoCAD LT 2007 Bible is not in print yet although you can pre-order it from our AutoCAD book library ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 26 May 2006 | Permalink
Are you looking for a 3d AutoCAD Symbol library with 3d furniture blocks and more? Have a look at the Symbol Library by Cardiff Consultants. It includes blocks for lighting, bathrooms, interiors, bedrooms, offices, furniture, casework, and more. It’s an incredible package of over 1,300 3D symbols compiled into eight ...
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... read more about »3d furniture blocks - Dwg, Dxf & more
Posted by Cadopolis | 23 May 2006 | Permalink
We’ve just added an extra level of security to our CAD Store. Although a high level of security has always been in place and all Credit Card transactions have always been encrypted , this recent upgrade will provide even more privacy. The moment you add a software product from our ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 19 May 2006 | Permalink
Be sure to check out our recently added AutoCAD Job board in the forum. Posting is always free - whether your currently job hunting or hiring an AutoCAD drafter or designer, be sure to stop by and post your entry today. ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 18 May 2006 | Permalink
A new 2007 version of CAD Management software M-Files is now available! Motive Systems has released a new version of M-Files, a powerful document-management solution for both AutoCAD drawings and Windows documents. M-Files organizes your documents from one location, where they can be accessed and retrieved by team members within ...
... read more about »CAD Management software w/ new features
Posted by Cadopolis | 17 May 2006 | Permalink
MultiSUITE software have broken all records in having their structural CAD tools MultiSTEEL and MultiREBAR fully updated for AutoCAD 2007
and ready for release on the very day that the new AutoCAD was released to end users. “Changes to the ARX and .NET specifications on Autodesk’s latest release present significant ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 11 May 2006 | Permalink
Today Bluebeam released Bluebeam Conversion Server v 2.0. Bluebeam Conversion Server is Bluebeam’s server based PDF solution that is made for companies seeking an enterprise-wide solution or an automated PDF solution to integrate with their current process. See Bluebeam Conversion Server 30-day trial Bluebeam Conversion Server v 2.0 Offers the ...
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... read more about »Convert Pdf files in AutoCAD automatically
Posted by Cadopolis | 10 May 2006 | Permalink
MBG, the makers of Block Controller just announced a new 2007 version of their software. Block Controller (also called BC) is a Symbols Manager plus a whole lot more. This tool is full of useful utilities to not only manage symbols, but to catalog, edit and access entire symbols libraries ...
... read more about »Create and edit a symbol library
Posted by Cadopolis | 4 May 2006 | Permalink
Are you a Mechanical AutoCAD user? Recently ASVIC Engineering has upgraded its MECH-Q mechanical Autocad package to run within the new Autodesk 2007 release. We thought we would revisit some of its functionality and explain some of the individual mechanical packages offered. MECH-Q software is assembled with several software modules. ...
... read more about »Mechanical CAD modules by Mech-Q
Posted by Cadopolis | 3 May 2006 | Permalink
We’ve just added a newly released AutoCAD 2007
books page. Most of the books listed here are available now and ready to ship. We will be adding more books about the new AutoCAD release as they become available. ...
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... read more about »Show me the latest books
Posted by Cadopolis | 25 Apr 2006 | Permalink
Why plot AutoCAD with Lisp? If you’ve ever struggled trying to make a Lisp routine work, have a closer look at the Batch Script Processor from CADFx. Virtually create and run any AutoCAD script file. No programming knowledge necessary. The program even captures keystrokes as you work in AutoCAD and ...
... read more about »Programming without Lisp
Posted by Cadopolis | 25 Apr 2006 | Permalink
Customize User Interface was first introduce in AutoCAD 2006 and is now improved in the new AutoCAD 2007
release. The Customize User Interface also called CUI for short, is a powerful dialog box that allows you to easily create and modify a user’s display components. These include your menus, toolbars, ...
... read more about »Customize User Interface (CUI)
Posted by Cadopolis | 24 Apr 2006 | Permalink
GlobalCAD Organizer is a feature packed suite of productivity tools definitely worth checking out. The Organizer is much more than a Block Manager. Apart from managing AutoCAD Block
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you can organize and create attributes, hatch patterns and even linetypes! The Organizer’s Block Manager is incredibly efficient. You can create and ...
... read more about »Block Manager & more
Posted by Cadopolis | 21 Apr 2006 | Permalink
CAMBRIDGE, England. April 19, 2006 - Softcover International, a supplier of advanced professional vectorization software, today announced the release of Scan2CAD v7.5 for automatically converting scanned paper drawings into DXF files for editing in any PC CAD program. Scan2CAD v7.5 is a three-in-one solution for the scanning, raster editing and ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 20 Apr 2006 | Permalink
Autograph Technical Services just announced its latest addition, CadCARD Jr., pocket-size version of the popular AutoCAD reference tool and training aid, The CadCARD Slidechart. The size of a credit card, made with sturdy plastic, the CadCARD Jr. features a reversible insert for calculating drawing scales, scale factors, inverse multipliers, and ...
... read more about »New AutoCAD reference tool just announced
Posted by Cadopolis | 20 Apr 2006 | Permalink
If you have third-party applications for AutoCAD 2004 - 2006 you may be wondering if they will run in AutoCAD 2007
. This will depend on which language your AutoCAD application or add-on was written in. If your 3rd party app is witten in Visual LISP or Microsoft Visual Basic (VBA) ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 19 Apr 2006 | Permalink
With the release of AutoCAD 2007
users can now plot directly to a PDF file using as print driver. Now many 2007 users are wondering how to compare the new AutoCAD 2007 PDF plotter & Acroplot and other PDF conversion software? While the new built in PDF plot driver may ...
... read more about »How to compare AutoCAD 2007 PDF & Acroplot?
Posted by Cadopolis | 18 Apr 2006 | Permalink
Looking for a great way to manage your block library? Need to expand or add additional AutoCAD Block
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to your database? We have just added a new listing for Block Libraries and Block Utilities available at Cadopolis. Its an easy way to check out the all the latest block & ...
... read more about »AutoCAD Block Libraries & Block Utilities
Posted by Cadopolis | 17 Apr 2006 | Permalink
Installing AutoCAD hatch pattens is easy and takes just a few minutes. First locate a file named acad.pat and acadiso.pat (or aclt.pat and acltiso.pat for LT). Acadiso.pat and acltiso.pat are for metric hatch pattern scaling. To begin installing your custom AutoCAD hatch patterns first locate the hatch pattern file on ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 15 Apr 2006 | Permalink
Many people ask .. “what are the big differences between AutoCAD LT 2006 and AutoCAD 2006?” Did you know that AutoCAD 2006 and AutoCAD LT 2006 use the same software technology? Both products even share the same DWG and DWF format. In the recent 2006 version hatching is much more ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 11 Apr 2006 | Permalink
PRESS RELEASE Cadopolis.com launches new AutoCAD Blog & Feed Channels for the Autodesk community Cadopolis.com has developed a central meeting place within Cadopolis.com dedicated to learning about the AutoCAD community on the web. Cadopolis.com has introduced five new Feed Channels to lead visitors into five distinct areas of interest within ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 11 Apr 2006 | Permalink
In association with Amazon.com, Cadopolis will be building a new on-line bookstore featuring selected AutoCAD and CAD related computer books. AutoCAD Books and software may be reviewed and purchased by simply clicking on their titles. These featured book and software selections will be updated on a regular basis. Stay tuned ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 10 Apr 2006 | Permalink
Need a tutorial on how to create a dynamic block? Dynamic Blocks is a major new feature included in latest releases AutoCAD 2006 and 2007. You may be one of many users still trying to understand how they work. Introducing a downloadable 66 page mini tutorial all about Dynamic Blocks ...
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Posted by Cadopolis | 9 Apr 2006 | Permalink
We have just compiled a new listing summarizing all the AutoCAD Viewer
software offered here at Cadopolis. As you browse though the page you will find that each viewers features are very unique. For example some may have markup capabilities, while others may convert to different file formats. Be sure ...
... read more about »Which AutoCAD Viewer is best for you?
Posted by Cadopolis | 6 Apr 2006 | Permalink
AutoCAD Developers are now in the process of testing and upgrading their AutoCAD add-ons and software to run with the latest AutoCAD 2007
release. We have nearly 30 applications tested and ready to go! Here is the latest supported 2007 programs ready to ship. This list will continue to update ...
... read more about »AutoCAD Developers ship Autodesk 2007 release
Posted by Cadopolis | 4 Apr 2006 | Permalink
A popular viewer at Cadopolis is the Visual Drawing Maker. With this AutoCAD Viewer
you can compress and create an Exe file of your AutoCAD DWG files so you can distribute them easily. The AutoCAD Viewer can run outside of AutoCAD without installing any additional software. Easily email the highly ...
... read more about »AutoCAD Viewer eliminate drawing formats problems.
Posted by Cadopolis | 3 Apr 2006 | Permalink
We are proud to announce Mcolor, a powerful program creates quick full shaded AutoCAD renderings. MColor is the program of choice for many architectural and landscaping professionals who use AutoCAD for rendering and presentation. It’s no wonder why it has remained in our Top 10 list for quite some time ...
... read more about »Plot full shaded AutoCAD renderings
Posted by Cadopolis | 3 Apr 2006 | Permalink
Here’s a quick rundown of AutoCAD LT software from DrcAuto (popular LT software listed in our Top 10) We hope this will clarify which add-on for AutoCAD LT is best suited for you. There are 4 AutoCAD LT tools available: LT Toolkit Features include: Load and run AutoLisp in AutoCAD ...
... read more about »Running Lisp in AutoCAD LT w/ Drc Auto
Posted by Cadopolis | 3 Apr 2006 | Permalink
We’ve just posted a new section for our 3d AutoCAD programs. More software will be added to this area as it becomes available. There are 2 main pages of software in this area to explore. The Quick links provided at the right side of the page will allow you to ...
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... read more about »Looking for 3d AutoCAD Software?
Posted by Cadopolis | 30 Mar 2006 | Permalink
Welcome to our new Cadopolis AutoCAD Blog. We have developed a central meeting place within our site dedicated to learning about the AutoCAD community and finding new software solutions. This blog allows you to stay informed of the latest AutoCAD news both inside and outside of Cadopolis.com. The Feed Channels ...
... read more about »New Blog & RSS Feed at Cadopolis
Posted by Cadopolis | 29 Mar 2006 | Permalink
Very little is known about the next release of AutoCAD 2007
. Although at the recent Autodesk University in Orlando, Florida, several announcements of future enhancements were unveiled. It is possible that an enhanced modeler may be a part of the AutoCAD 2007 update. The 2007 modeler will feature 3D ...
... read more about »AutoCAD 2007 Update
Posted by Cadopolis | 20 Dec 2005 | Permalink
AfterCAD the makers of Insite announced plans for a brand new product which will replace their exisiting CAD viewer. They have discontinued Insite at the moment while they prepare the new release. Beta testing will occur in the coming months ahead. Please check back for more announcements this summer. ...
... read more about »Insite AfterCAD
Posted by Cadopolis | 21 Apr 2004 | Permalink
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