Implementation Planning Flashcards

A drawing has become large with unused blocks, layers, and styles. Which command removes these unreferenced named objects?

Answer: PURGE

PURGE deletes unused named objects such as blocks, layers, linetypes, and styles.

A user receives a drawing that crashes when opened. Which command attempts to open and repair the damaged file?

Answer: RECOVER

RECOVER opens a damaged drawing and attempts to repair errors in it.

To ensure text and dimensions appear at a consistent plotted size in viewports of different scales, what should the standard specify?

Answer: Use annotative styles and objects

Annotative objects automatically display at the correct size for each supported annotation scale.

Which command lets a CAD manager batch-check multiple drawings against a standards file without opening each one?

Answer: Batch Standards Checker

The Batch Standards Checker is a standalone utility that audits a series of drawings against DWS files and produces a report.

Users need saved layer visibility configurations, such as 'Demolition' and 'New Work', that can be restored quickly. What should be planned?

Answer: Layer states

Layer states save and restore layer settings like on/off, frozen, and color.

An organization wants a single file that sets AutoCAD's search paths, template location, and other Options for a specific project. What should be created and exported?

Answer: A user profile (ARG file)

Profiles store Options settings and can be exported as ARG files for deployment.

When upgrading to a new AutoCAD release, what is the recommended way to bring over customized settings from the previous version?

Answer: Use the Migrate Custom Settings utility

The Migrate Custom Settings tool transfers support files and customizations from a previous release.