The default file type for AutoCAD, which can consist of several elements that comprise a 2D drawing. Inventor can save drawing files in this format for connectivity with AutoCAD. Ends with file extension .dwg

• AutoCAD Drawing File

• Crossing Selection

• End of Part Marker (EOP)

• Feature

A selection method performed by selecting and dragging from right to left. Any items that are touched by the crossing window will be selected.

• AutoCAD Drawing File

• Crossing Selection

• End of Part Marker (EOP)

• Feature

A feature found in the Model Browser that signifies the end of features for a part file. Can be positioned at various points in the model to add or remove features at various points in a model's creation.

• AutoCAD Drawing File

• Crossing Selection

• End of Part Marker (EOP)

• Feature

The general term for categorizing all 3D modeling commands such as Extrude, Revolve, Sweep, Loft, etc.

• AutoCAD Drawing File

• Crossing Selection

• End of Part Marker (EOP)

• Feature

A tool that allows for rotating a drawing based on a rotation point

• Free Orbit

• Isometric View

• Measure

• Model Browser

A view that shows an object appearing as a three-dimensional object, typically shown in top, front, and right-side orientation.

• Free Orbit

• Isometric View

• Measure

• Model Browser

The area of the screen, usually on the left, which contains all features and sketches within a drawing.

• Free Orbit

• Isometric View

• Measure

• Model Browser

A tool used for reporting distances, angles, or area of a selected object.

• Free Orbit

• Isometric View

• Measure

• Model Browser

The distance between two constraints on two objects.

• Offset

• Origin Plane

• Orthographic View/Orthographic Projection

• Part File

A starting point for a sketch, which can be represented on the XY, XZ, or YZ axes of a drawing.

• Offset

• Origin Plane

• Orthographic View/Orthographic Projection

• Part File