AutoCAD® Architecture 2010
AutoCAD
Architecture 2010
software is the version of AutoCAD software for architects. Creating
designs and documentation is more efficient using the software’s
purpose-built tools for architects. Automate tedious drafting tasks and
help reduce errors. For users familiar with AutoCAD’s intuitive user
environment, AutoCAD Architecture 2010 offers immediate productivity
gains with the flexibility to learn additional features at your own
pace. The software’s popular DWG file format makes it easier to share
and communicate designs with engineers and the extended project team.
AutoCAD Architecture offers immediate productivity for architects
familiar with AutoCAD software.
Overview
Up and Running, Right Away
AutoCAD Architecture software provides AutoCAD-based design and
documentation productivity specifically for architects. You now have
more tools to automate drafting tasks and create your architectural
documentation faster.
- Designed specifically for architects—Work in the familiar
AutoCAD environment, using tools that are purpose-built for
architectural design and drafting.
- Get immediate productivity—Begin using AutoCAD Architecture
software with minimal training, creating documentation, drawings,
and schedules faster, with fewer errors, and in a software
environment you already know. Make a smooth transition to more
advanced features at your own pace.
- Collaborate smoothly—Exchange information easily using the
industry-leading DWG™ file format, and use integrated rendering
tools to create lifelike design visualizations that enhance
communication with clients.
What’s New?
New Ribbon User Interface
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The simplified, unified ribbon interface format enables users to
more quickly find the tools they need, by organizing tools into a
collection of tabs, which represent workflows such as creation,
annotation and collaboration. Each tab contains a series of panels –
a group of tools used to accomplish that part of the workflow.
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The ribbon is organized around the way designers work, enabling
users to quickly find the appropriate tools to accomplish tasks
without searching all over the user interface.
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Consistent user interface between most Autodesk programs allows
users to move between programs more smoothly.
Improved Usability
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AutoCAD Architecture 2010 software helps improve wall drafting
productivity with intuitive tools that allow users to draw wall
layouts that better reflect actual construction.
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Common AutoCAD commands such has Trim and Extend have been joined by
Fillet and Chamfer, providing more control in designing walls as
they will actually be constructed in the field.
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A new Space Separator tool has been added, allowing users to
automatically divide spaces that are not bound by walls with plain
AutoCAD linework.
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A new flip text position grip for AEC Dimensions has been added,
giving users additional control over the placement of text.
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More accurately design and annotate drawings with an improved stairs
feature, allowing the inclusion of a distinct “ramp” type, which
comes complete with its own display and annotation tags (Percentage
Tag, Degree Tag and Numeric Tag).
Enhanced interoperability
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AutoCAD Architecture software is interoperable with certain Autodesk
products and third-party applications for specific needs, allowing
for more effective collaboration with extended design teams.
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Part files and assemblies from Autodesk® Inventor®
software can be exported to AutoCAD Architecture software as MV
Blocks, meaning that 2D and 3D views of the imported content is
possible.
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When exporting designs via industry foundation class (IFC), relevant
space boundary information is now attached for proper energy
analysis for AutoCAD® MEP software.
Screenshots

AutoCAD Architecture 2010 UI_Contextual_Tabs (UI Contextual Tabs)
AutoCAD Architecture 2010 software features a new, streamlined user
interface that offers an optimized organization of tools for quicker
access to tools and commands.

AutoCAD Architecture 2010 Endcap_Editing (Endcap Editing)
Wall endcap editing has been improved by joining Trim and Extend
commands with Fillet and Chamfer, allowing walls to be designed in the
same way they will be constructed.

AutoCAD Architecture 2010 Wall_cleanup2 (Wall Cleanup)
New wall cleanup editing capabilities help improve wall drafting
productivity with improved component level tools for angled, cornered,
and intersecting walls.
Now is the Time
Now is the time to take a look at AutoCAD Architecture software.
For more information, click on the links at the top right, fill in the
form at right, or call your
Hagerman & Company representative.