How to CAD in 2D only.

This post applies to AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and not as much to BricsCAD. Cut to the…

Adding Transparency to an Image using AutoCAD Map 2009

Using FDO in AutoCAD Map 2009 and above you can add transparency to an image. http://www.AdvSurveying.com/video/map/Map2009RasterTransparency.mp4…

Really Easy Parcel Annotation Using a Query in Map 3d

Just a quick reminder of a feature that has been available for a long time in…

Point Cloud Software race to be the best

I compiled a short list of software manufacturers offering point cloud software.  The race is on to…

ViewCube not aligned with Crosshairs in Civil 3D 2011

Type in PLAN and then choose W for World coordinate system.  Crosshairs look great.  UCS Icon…