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User interface

Explains the concept of the user interface in AutoCAD.

On this page you will get an overview of the individual components and the basic concepts of the user interface.

Overview

Programm interface Linear AutoCAD
  1. AutoCAD drawing area - Area where you create your drawings.
  2. Control Board (CB) - The Control Board contains the five tabs of the LINEAR Desktop. Double-click in the title bar of the CB to undock and dock the board.

LINEAR Desktop Tabs

Tab Content
Icon Project tab in the LINEAR Solutions for Autodesk AutoCAD

Project

Contains basic functions for setting up the project. You can enter project information, manage storeys and control the functionalities of the other tabs by selecting discipline and planning type.
Icon Create tab in the LINEAR Solutions for Autodesk AutoCAD

Create

Contains commands for creating and editing pipe/duct networks. Also contains commands for creating and inserting manufacturer components.
Icon Analyse tab in the LINEAR Solutions for Autodesk AutoCAD

Analyse

Contains commands for calculation and detailing of pipe or duct networks.
Icon Labeling and output the LINEAR Solutions for Autodesk AutoCAD

Labeling and Output

Contains commands for labeling, dimensioning, and outputting information from your drawing.
Icon Tools tab in the LINEAR Solutions for Autodesk AutoCAD

Tools

Contains a variety of tools, regardless of the discipline and planning type selected, that are not assigned to any specific workflow step and support you at various points during the editing process.