20+ Years of Design, Technology & More
20+ Years of Design, Technology & More
A simple tip from Robin Capper can significantly improve Civil 3D and AutoCAD performance: dock the command line to the bottom of the screen. This change reduces cursor lag and instability by minimizing processing competition on the CPU and streamlining window management, potentially leading to a smoother user experience.
The offer period for unique Autodesk memorabilia, including early CAD manuals and hardware, runs from March 23 to April 5. Interested buyers must email their preferred items, offers, and intentions for use. Authentic stories carry weight in selection, as tangible items are primarily memorabilia from Autodesk's early days.
One of the simplest and most effective things you can do to maintain a stable, high-performing CAD workstation is to reboot regularly and keep your machine current with IT and hardware updates. AutoCAD, Civil 3D and other CAD applications accumulate…
AI tools are increasingly prevalent across various fields, yet many users lack proficiency. Anthropic has launched a valuable free training portal for its Claude AI models, offering structured courses for all skill levels. Completing courses grants certificates, enhancing users' AI literacy, which is vital for effective collaboration and skill development in technology and design industries.
Autodesk privacy settings are often misunderstood, but knowing where to look can simplify them. Start with your Autodesk Profile to manage desktop product privacy linked to your account. Be aware of toggles for required and optional data collection, understanding both are part of using Autodesk software.
Autodesk's journey from a scrappy startup to a global powerhouse reshaped industries with its pioneering design software. Now I’m
Offering some of my Autodesk and AutoCAD artifacts.
The post discusses the challenges of sending and receiving transmittals in Civil 3D and AutoCAD, highlighting common issues like missing external references and font conflicts. eTransmit simplifies this by packaging all dependencies accurately. It provides options for setup, packaging formats, and paths, ensuring recipients receive functional files. A checklist for effective usage is included.
Autodesk University (AU) will be held in Las Vegas from September 15-17, 2026. Focused on practical applications of AI, the agenda includes enhancing workflows, applying automation meaningfully, and improving collaboration between design and construction teams. Attendees are encouraged to submit session proposals and engage in valuable networking opportunities.
Civil 3D projects rely on data shortcuts for efficient collaboration across multiple drawings without losing object intelligence. Unlike Xrefs, which display geometry only, data shortcuts maintain live links to original objects, enabling seamless design updates. This system minimizes rework, supports team alignment, and is crucial for dynamic civil engineering tasks.
If you have Autodesk Desktop Connector (ACC Docs – changing to Forma brand) installed – and in 2026 you almost certainly do – stop using the built-in AutoCAD and Civil 3D Reference Manager. Reference Explorer is sitting right there in…