Customize; Cuix File; Action Macros - Autodesk AUTOCAD 2010 - PREVIEW GUIDE Manual

AUTOCAD 2010 PREVIEW GUIDE
Figure 79. Extruded face
After using the mesh creating and editing tools to create organic meshes, you can convert those that are
watertight (no gaps) and not self-intersecting, to smooth or faceted solids. Additional tools enable you to convert
meshes to smooth or faceted surfaces and you can control the smoothness of objects during the conversion
process. These conversion tools are available in the Convert Mesh panel of the ribbon tab.
Figure 80. Convert Mesh tools

Customize

Customize and configure AutoCAD 2010 in ways you never thought possible. Your job is unique. Your software
should be as well. Customizing AutoCAD to meet your unique needs is easier than you ever thought possible.
Configure your settings, extend the software, build custom workflows, develop your own application, or leverage
one already built. Some think you have to choose between flexibility and power. With AutoCAD, you can have
both.

CUIx File

In AutoCAD 2010, the CUI file is replaced with the new CUIx file format. A CUIx file is a package file format that
helps to improve performance when working with the CUI Editor. In addition to typical CUI information, a CUIx
file contains the custom images used by the commands defined in the file.

Action Macros

User interface for Action Macros have been simplified for increased usability and efficiency.
The option to "Request User Input" has been renamed to "Pause for User Input" and the corresponding icon
has been updated for consistency with the user icons in the Action Tree. The Action tree tooltips and playback
behavior are more predictable and consistent when accepting default values by pressing the Enter key and
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