Adding and editing free-form text has never been easier, especially with the new Text Import tool in the Text Editor. Quickly import, edit, and export free-form text for use in your drawing. (video: 1:55 min.)Bitmap Images:Add and edit bitmap images to your drawings. The Bitmap Importer can import images directly from both cloud-based file storage and your local computer. (video: 1:20 min.)Simple yet powerful text, line, and shape graphics, now available in any AutoCAD® application. Shapes can be used to define labels on drawings, paths for area fills, and backgrounds for annotation windows. (video: 1:25 min.)Superior Tools for Making Block Models:Use the new Mechanical* tool to create a 3D mechanical drawing from a 2D drawing. (video: 1:20 min.)Design and make accurate 2D assemblies using the new Assembly tool. (video: 1:35 min.)New and Improved Pan and Zoom:Pan and zoom with the new Quick Pan and Zoom tool in the Annotation window. (video: 1:22 min.)The new Quick Zoom tool in the Annotation window gives you precise control over the magnification levels. (video: 1:27 min.)More Language Support:AutoCAD now supports more than 20 languages, including Japanese, Chinese, Korean, and Russian.Simplified Drawing View:Simplify your drawing layout with the new Drawing View tab, the Navigation Pane. (video: 1:36 min.)The Navigation Pane gives you faster access to common drawing features, such as the Database and DesignCenter. (video: 1:29 min.)Keyboard Shortcuts:Keyboard shortcuts provide a faster, more efficient way to work in AutoCAD. With the new Keyboard Shortcut Manager, assign keyboard shortcuts to your drawing objects and toolbars. (video: 1:20 min.)The Keyboard Shortcut Manager provides a centralized location for all your shortcuts. It’s easy to browse and assign shortcuts, and to see which tools and work areas are assigned to which shortcuts.Customization:Customize the way AutoCAD looks and behaves with the new Appearance, Customization, and RULES Manager. (video: 1:17 min.) 2be273e24d