The basics of AutoCAD layers is really the basics of organizing your drawings. This is critical, and not just because neatness counts. As a drawing becomes more visually complex, you’ll want to be able to easily locate particular groups of objects—and that requires you keep them together all in one place. Layers are perfect for this.
But even more important, layers can be hidden, enabling you to “put aside” objects you don’t need to see at any given moment, and focus just on the ones you do.
With layers, you can:
- Associate objects by their function or location
- Display or hide all related objects in a single operation
- Enforce linetype, color, and other property standards for each layer
Most companies and agencies have pre-defined layer standards that specify layer names for each functional area—such as fixtures, electrical components, structural elements, and so on.
You can check out these topics, and more, in a visit to …
The “Layers” section of the Hitchhiker’s Guide to AutoCAD Basics
Start with this brief video—and check out additional Autodesk Knowledge Network resources, below:
The Basics of AutoCAD layers: Related articles
The Basics of AutoCAD layers: Related concepts
- About Managing Layer Settings Using Layer States
- About Overriding Layer Properties in a Layout Viewport
- About Receiving Notification of New Layers
- About Object Properties
The Basics of AutoCAD layers: Related reference
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- Next week’s visit to the Hitchhiker’s Guide … The Basics of AutoCAD Properties
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