You can add new linetypes to an existing LIN file, or you can create your own LIN file. A LIN file is simply a text file that contains definitions of many simple and complex linetypes. You can use any of the standard linetypes that AutoCAD provides, or you can create your own linetypes. The linetype name and definition determine the particular dash-dot sequence, the relative lengths of dashes and blank spaces, and the characteristics of any included text or shapes. A complex linetype can include text and shapes. A simple linetype is just a pattern of dashes, dots, and spaces. Sam is professionally certified in AutoCAD 2011 and AutoCAD AutoCAD comes with a number of linetypes: continuous, dashed (various lengths), dotted, dash-dot, border, center, and so on. He continues to be very self-motivated and enjoys working in a team environment to accomplish project objectives and create high quality deliverables. Sam has over 20 years of experience involving production design and drafting, user support and standards coordination. As a Senior CAD Designer he presents workshops on CAD productivity to managers and users in both corporate/general settings and provides support on a wide variety of mechanical and civil design projects. About the Speaker: Sam Lucido is a sought out CAD designer and trainer at Haley and Aldrich, Inc. Create a linetype tool palette with images. Create a complex linetype library using shapes. Create custom linetypes using fonts and shapes. Learning Objectives: At the end of this class, you will be able to: Identify, change and create linetype definitions. Most importantly, you ll be able to bring value back to your employer and the knowledge to help you excel within your field. Business needs creativity in this class you ll gain that innovative knowledge to create new linetypes that catapult your drawings to the next level. What about creating and designing custom lines based on your specific project needs? Well, in this class you ll learn how to create a compiled custom linetype library to be used for your company standard. Yes, AutoCAD does supply us with several options for linetypes including dashes, dots and even shapes. AC1744 This class is filled with all the tips and trick s you'll need to create new linetypes in AutoCAD. 1 Linesanity: A Journey from Simple to Complex Linetypes Sam Lucido Haley and Aldrich, Inc.

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