How To Draw A Floorplan In Autocad 2009

How to Draw a Floorplan in AutoCAD 2009

AutoCAD is a computer-aided design (CAD) software used by architects, engineers, and construction professionals to create 2D and 3D drawings. It is a versatile tool that can be used for a variety of projects, including floor plans. Creating a floor plan in AutoCAD 2009 is a relatively simple process if you are familiar with the software. If you are new to AutoCAD, I recommend that you take some time to learn the basics before attempting to create a floor plan. ##

Step 1: Open AutoCAD 2009

1. Click on the Start button in the taskbar. 2. Type "AutoCAD 2009" in the search box. 3. Click on the AutoCAD 2009 icon to open the program. ##

Step 2: Create a New Document

1. Click on the "File" tab in the ribbon. 2. Select "New" from the drop-down menu. 3. In the "New Drawing" dialog box, select the "Floor Plan" template. 4. Click on the "OK" button to create the new document. ##

Step 3: Set Up the Drawing Units

Before you start drawing, you need to set up the drawing units. This will ensure that your floor plan is drawn to the correct scale. 1. Click on the "Units" button in the "Drawing Units" panel of the "Home" tab in the ribbon. 2. In the "Drawing Units" dialog box, select the units that you want to use. For example, you could select "Inches" or "Feet and Inches." 3. Click on the "OK" button to save the changes. ##

Step 4: Draw the Walls

The first step in drawing a floor plan is to draw the walls. 1. Click on the "Line" tool in the "Draw" panel of the "Home" tab in the ribbon. 2. Move the cursor to the starting point of the first wall. 3. Click the left mouse button to set the starting point. 4. Move the cursor to the end point of the first wall. 5. Click the left mouse button to set the end point. 6. Repeat steps 2-5 to draw the remaining walls. ##

Step 5: Add Doors and Windows

Once you have drawn the walls, you can add doors and windows. 1. Click on the "Door" tool or the "Window" tool in the "Architecture" panel of the "Insert" tab in the ribbon. 2. Select the type of door or window that you want to insert. 3. Click on the location where you want to insert the door or window. 4. Click the left mouse button to set the insertion point. ##

Step 6: Add Furniture and Fixtures

Once you have added the doors and windows, you can add furniture and fixtures. 1. Click on the "Insert" tab in the ribbon. 2. Select the "Block" tool from the "Blocks" panel. 3. Select the furniture or fixture that you want to insert. 4. Click on the location where you want to insert the furniture or fixture. 5. Click the left mouse button to set the insertion point. ##

Step 7: Dimension the Floor Plan

Once you have finished drawing the floor plan, you need to dimension it. This will help you to communicate the dimensions of the floor plan to others. 1. Click on the "Dimension" tool in the "Annotations" panel of the "Home" tab in the ribbon. 2. Select the type of dimension that you want to create. For example, you could select "Linear" or "Radial." 3. Click on the first point of the dimension. 4. Click on the second point of the dimension. 5. Repeat steps 3-4 to create the remaining dimensions. ##

Step 8: Save the Floor Plan

Once you have finished drawing the floor plan, you need to save it. 1. Click on the "File" tab in the ribbon. 2. Select "Save As" from the drop-down menu. 3. In the "Save As" dialog box, enter a name for the file. 4. Select a location for the file. 5. Click on the "Save" button to save the file. ##

Conclusion

Creating a floor plan in AutoCAD 2009 is a relatively simple process if you are familiar with the software. By following the steps in this article, you can create a professional-looking floor plan that you can use for a variety of purposes.