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Move text, dimensions and multileaders to the top/front of your drawing.
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Did you know that there are settings for this command? YES! If you actually type the command out, SELECTSIMILAR, you will have the options to type in, or select SEttings...
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There are lots of really cool things about AutoCAD, but one of my favorites (I know I have a lot of those) is the command line. Today's feature I'm excited about is the ability to paste completed commands into the command line. Now as cool as that is, the ability to paste SEVERAL sequential commands at one time opens up a whole level of productivity. 
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The OOPS command restores any items that the ERASE command previously deleted.
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So I've got an SHX (.shx) file and I've got AutoCAD now what? I looked in Import and Xrefs etc. and don't see an option for SHX. How do I get my SHX into AutoCAD?
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Have you ever made a mistake naming your Block or brought one in from a 3rd party? Have you copied from another project to repurpose? Whatever your reason is, you've encountered a situation where you needed to rename your Blocks. Don't fret. Type RENAME into your command line and watch some of your Block woes; fade away.
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Discover how to Supercharge your Tool Palette!
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Did you know that you can embed images into an AutoCAD drawing? You can click to read more about this functionality and how it can be used.
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Did you know that you can quickly change an Attribute Value in a block by holding down the Ctrl key while double-clicking on the Text Attribute?
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As many know, the Quick Measure command has become the default in the ribbon since it's inception. So, how do you change the default to something other than the Quick Measure?
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Introduction to Annotation Scales!
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Quick! I Need Access to That. Customize your Quick Access toolbar for quick retrieval of commands and functions.
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A quick little tip for those who don't know:
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Has there ever been a layer in a drawing that you cannot seem to remove, but it does not fit your standards? Perhaps it is from a legacy drawing or a subconsultant. The Merge Layer command may be the right solution for you!
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Unlock the full potential of your AutoCAD drawings with the QSELECT command - Our secret weapon for efficient object selection.
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Need a mentor?  Can't find what you need?  Look no further...
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All you need to know about automating the process of checking the drawings.
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Harnessing Accuracy in AutoCAD with LENGTHEN. Specify specific Arch Lengths, Shorten or Lengthen, increase by %. Type LEN to get started!
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Want to know how to save a view quickly, so all you have to do is click a button to retrieve your saved view?
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Use the Express Tools TORIENT command to simultaneously rotate multiple text objects to an angle defined by picking two points in a drawing.
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