How to start a new drawing in autocad

To start a new drawing in AutoCAD, follow these steps:

1. Launch AutoCAD: Double-click on the AutoCAD icon on your computer or search for "AutoCAD" in your start menu to launch the program.
2. Choose a template or start from scratch: When you launch AutoCAD, you'll be presented with a dialog box asking if you want to use a template or start from scratch. You can:
   • Choose a template: Select a template from the list to create a new drawing with a pre-defined layout and settings.
   • Start from scratch: Click "Blank" to create a new drawing from scratch.
3. Set the drawing units: In the "New Drawing" dialog box, you can set the drawing units, such as units of measurement (e.g., inches, feet, meters), precision, and other settings.
4. Choose a location and name: Enter a name for your drawing and choose a location to save it. You can also choose to save it to a specific folder or drive.
5. Create a new drawing: Click "OK" to create a new drawing. AutoCAD will open a new window with a blank canvas, ready for you to start drawing.

Alternatively, you can also start a new drawing by:

• Using the "File" menu: Go to "File" > "New" > "Drawing" to create a new drawing.
• Using the "Quick Access Toolbar" (QAT): If you have the QAT enabled, you can click on the "New" button to create a new drawing.
• Using the "Drawing" button: If you have the "Drawing" button enabled on your toolbar, you can click on it to create a new drawing.

Once you've started a new drawing, you can begin creating your design using AutoCAD's various tools and commands.