The AutoCAD Map 3D Toolset Window

The main elements of the AutoCAD Map 3D toolset product window

The Ribbon and Toolbars. The commands for your mapping tasks.

Data Table and Data View. Display attribute data in a table format. Use the Data Table for viewing spatial data and attribute data for geospatial features; use the Data View for viewing attribute data linked to drawing objects. Use forms to edit the attributes of individual features in an industry model drawing .

The Task Pane. Use the Task Pane tabs for the following:

• Managing maps and map data
• Displaying and styling data layers
• Bringing in and managing survey data
• Publishing multi-page map books

Status bars. Switch workspaces, check the current cursor location, change exaggeration and scale settings, switch between 2D and 3D, and use common tools.

Dynamic input. Launch commands and respond to prompts at the cursor location. For experienced AutoCAD users, the command interface allows for efficient editing using keyboard entry.

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Procedures	To switch between workspaces To add an item to the status bar To use dynamic input
Tutorial	Taking a Quick Tour of AutoCAD Map 3D toolset
Related topics	Customize Your Work Environment Workspaces Options