Autodesk 057A1-05A111-1001 Getting Started Guide - Page 11

Lay Out Your Drawing On paper, a layout is constrained by the sheet size you use. In CAD, you are not limited to one particular layout or sheet size. You create your basic design, or model, in a drawing area called model space. When you draft manually, you first select a sheet, which usually includes a preprinted border and title block. Then you determine the location for views-plans, elevations, sections, and details. Finally, you start to draw. With AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT, you first draw your design, or model, in a working environment called model space. You can then create a layout for that model in an environment called paper space. A layout represents a drawing sheet. It typically contains a border, title block, dimensions, general notes, and one or more views of the model displayed in layout viewports. Layout viewports are areas, similar to picture frames or windows, through which you can see your model. You scale the views in viewports by zooming in or out. In this drawing of a cottage, layout viewports display the model in plan and elevation views. When you're ready to print, you can arrange different views of your model in a layout. Lay Out Your Drawing | 5