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Use AutoCAD to create graphics in PowerPoint, Flash, and more—the wonderful WMF image format

By Ellen Finkelstein

A vector image is an image whose underlying definition is vectors, that is lines, directions, and distances. Programs use equations to define vector images. Many programs create vector images, including Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe Flash, and, of course, AutoCAD.

Vectors have a great advantage—they never get grainy when you enlarge them; they’re always crisp and clear. […]

August 31st, 2010 | Tags: , , , | Category: Plotting & Output | 2 comments

Creating JPEG and PNG files from AutoCAD drawings

By Ellen Finkelstein

Many people need to export image files from AutoCAD to put into reports or other documents.

Did you know that you can save a drawing in JPEG and PNG format for display on the Web, in Word, etc? Use the JPGOUT or PNGOUT command.  For other formats (WMF, BMP and more), use the EXPORT command […]

March 9th, 2010 | Tags: , , , , , | Category: Plotting & Output | 39 comments