Updated to the latest release, Customizing AutoCAD 2009 unravels the power of AutoCAD by explaining in detail various customizing techniques available in AutoCAD 2009. It provides AutoCAD users with information on customizing features like creating template drawings, script files, slide shows, linetypes, hatch patterns, menus (pull-down, cascading, cursor, partial, tablet, image, button, and auxiliary menus), customizing toolbars, Ribbon, workspaces, Quick Access toolbar, Quick Properties panel, and creating shapes and text fonts. AutoLISP, Visual LISP, Visual Basic, DIESEL, DCL, and advanced topics in AutoCAD are addressed. Every concept is discussed in detail and every chapter contains examples that take the reader through the problems step by step. Coverage is aimed at showing readers how to become more productive by learning how to automate procedures and run applications more efficiently.

The following are some additional features of this book:  
        ·    A detailed explanation of the introductory concepts of AutoLISP, Visual LISP, Dialog Control Language, Visual Basic,
              and String Expression Language (DIESEL) is offered.
        ·    Conceptual learning for an in-depth understanding of AutoCAD 2009 is emphasized.
        ·     Numerous exercises with step-by-step instructions facilitate learning.