Whether you are starting your first AutoCAD drawing or looking to advance your skills with AutoLISP scripting and parametric design, our AutoCAD tutorials collection covers every level and every application. At ai-architect.com, we have published over 500 AutoCAD tutorials specifically tailored for architects, engineers, and interior designers.
AutoCAD Tutorial Categories
AutoCAD Basics for Beginners
Start here if you are new to AutoCAD. Learn the interface, basic drawing commands (LINE, CIRCLE, RECTANGLE, ARC), editing tools (MOVE, COPY, TRIM, EXTEND), and how to set up your first drawing template.
Architectural Drawing in AutoCAD
Floor plan drawing, wall construction, door and window insertion, dimensioning, annotating, and preparing drawings for printing or PDF export. The complete workflow for architectural production drawings.
AutoCAD Block Creation and Management
How to create, edit, and manage CAD blocks. Using BLOCK, WBLOCK, INSERT, and Design Center. Organizing your block library for maximum efficiency in large projects.
➡ Browse AutoCAD Block Resources
AutoLISP Programming for AutoCAD
Introduction to AutoLISP: writing your first routine, automating repetitive tasks, creating custom commands, and building project-specific automation tools.
CAD Software Tips and Productivity
Keyboard shortcuts, system variable settings, layer management strategies, plotting configurations, and workflow optimization tips for professional AutoCAD users.
Key AutoCAD Commands for Architects
- PLINE and MLINE for walls and partitions
- OFFSET for parallel lines and wall thickness
- HATCH for material indication and section fills
- DIMENSION commands: DIMLINEAR, DIMALIGNED, DIMRADIUS
- LAYOUT and VIEWPORT setup for printing
- XREF for multi-file project coordination
- PURGE and AUDIT for file maintenance
Download Free DWG Practice Files
Each AutoCAD tutorial in our collection is accompanied by free DWG practice files that you can download, open in AutoCAD, and use to follow the exercises step by step. All files are saved in AutoCAD 2018 format and are compatible with AutoCAD LT and other DWG-compatible applications.
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