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Bluebeam Tip: How to Make AutoCAD Text Searchable in PDFs

Carol Hagen

Bluebeam Revu is used by many Architects and General Contractors that also use AutoCAD. When you convert AutoCAD files to PDF, there’s a setting that you’ll want to check if you want to make the text searchable in your PDF. By turning SHX Fonts on, all of the fonts in AutoCAD will be transferred as searchable text.

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Top 10 Best Laptops for AutoCAD and SketchUp

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If you’re looking for the best laptops for AutoCAD and Sketchup, you’re either a developer, an architect, or someone who is working on a project that requires computer-aided design software like AutoCAD and Sketchup Pro. The pros and cons of the top laptops for Sketchup and AutoCAD are covered in this article.

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Bluebeam Revu Tip: Complementing CAD

Carol Hagen

While many Architectural, Engineering and Construction firms use Bluebeam Revu to convert CAD to PDF, there’s an often overlooked capability that is as plain as the nose on your face. “Nowadays, I draw in Bluebeam equal amounts to sketching or CAD.” It’s sketching and creating floorplan illustrations.

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What to Look for in Construction Design Software

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AutoCAD: Best overall construction design software. Construction professionals worldwide have used AutoCAD construction design software since the ‘80s for 2D and 3D drafting. AutoCAD comes with a comprehensive toolkit with thousands of objects, styles, etc. AutoCAD is also quite pricey at $235 monthly or $1,185 annually.

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CAD Shack: Revit MEP Alternatives to AutoCAD Procedures

CAD Shack

Revit MEP Alternatives to AutoCAD Procedures. My dad says its the best thing he has ever read concerning Revit MEP alternatives to AutoCAD procedures. CAD Shack VIPs. AutoCAD vs. ABS vs. Revit Systems. AutoCAD MEP Links. AutoCAD MEP Updates and Service Packs. AutoCAD MEP Discussion Group. at 3:46 PM.

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CAD Shack: AutoCAD MEP 2010 Update 2 is out

CAD Shack

AutoCAD MEP 2010 Update 2 is out. CAD Shack VIPs. AutoCAD vs. ABS vs. Revit Systems. AutoCAD MEP Links. AutoCAD MEP Updates and Service Packs. AutoCAD MEP Discussion Group. AutoCAD MEP Webcasts. AUGIs AutoCAD MEP Tip of the Month. AutoCAD MEP Recommended System Requirements. at 8:27 AM.

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CAD Shack: Overriding Dimensions in Revit

CAD Shack

CAD Shack VIPs. AutoCAD vs. ABS vs. Revit Systems. AutoCAD MEP Links. AutoCAD MEP Updates and Service Packs. AutoCAD MEP Discussion Group. AutoCAD MEP Webcasts. AUGIs AutoCAD MEP Tip of the Month. AutoCAD MEP Recommended System Requirements. CAD Shack Blog Buddies. RobiNZ CAD Blog.

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