HOTNEWS gives you helpful advice, tips & tricks, news from the CAD and BIM user community, AUGI events, and special offers and announcements. View in Your Browser Wish List     Forums     Get Connected     Articles     Publications     Products     April 2025, No. 263 AUGI Forums   AutoCAD: Scale block 4/3 and make that the new 1:1    AutoCAD: Prompt for missing library when opening a drawing    VBA/COM Interop: Manipulate (rotate) text inside a block using a VBA macro      Activate Your Benefits     AUGI Members’ Articles   Tech Manager — Realistic Optimism Mark Kiker talks about his experience in taking a realistic view in the decision making process. He practices realistic optimism and gives an example on what it means to be realistically optimistic in the workspace. Mark uses this to provide a good framework for his article. Read More   Collaboration in 3D: Best Tips for Working Together in 3ds Max — Brain Chapman explains how effective collaboration in 3ds Max hinges on leveraging Autodesk’s built-in tools for sharing and review, employing robust asset management systems for version control, establishing clear organizational standards, utilizing real-time communication platforms for immediate feedback, integrating project management tools for tracking progress, automating repetitive tasks via scripting, and prioritizing low-resolution render tests to streamline workflows. By balancing technical skills with clear communication, teams can significantly enhance productivity and deliver high-quality 3D projects efficiently.    AutoCAD Architecture 2025 Project Navigator — Melinda Heavrin discusses how the AutoCAD Architecture Project Navigator’s Drawing Management environment organizes project files through hierarchical categories (Constructs, Views, Sheets), managed via dedicated tabs for project information, building object creation, view generation, and sheet plotting. It utilizes external references for linking project elements, employs a check-in/check-out system for collaborative version control, and provides tools for project maintenance like refreshing and repathing, ensuring efficient workflow and preventing file conflicts while emphasizing the importance of using the Project Navigator for project-related xrefs and preserving associated XML files.    What’s new in Revit 2026 — Jason Peckovitch talks about how Revit 2026 brings a suite of powerful updates designed to streamline workflows and enhance productivity across architecture, engineering, and construction. Key improvements include accelerated graphics for better performance, a refined user interface with contextual ribbons for easier navigation, and enhanced documentation tools like expanded shared parameter support and improved sheet management. Collaboration is strengthened through enhanced coordination model visibility and better CAD file management, while sustainability is addressed with integrated carbon analysis tools. MEPF design, particularly electrical systems, benefits from globalized conductor management and improved power calculations. These comprehensive updates aim to provide professionals with the precision, flexibility, and efficiency needed to excel in modern design and construction projects.        Are you using ChatGPT or other AI tools to help with your work? Please take this survey to let us know how you are using it.   Blogs BIM Chapters Mistress of the Dorkness The Architect’s Desktop     AUGI Career Center   AUGI Store   AUGI Member Discounts Exclusive discount offers for AUGI (Professional and Student) Members: Developers: $150 per year for ADN Standard Membership (AUGI Professional only), a saving of $1,250! per year Hardware: Learn more about Dell offer for AUGI Members   Events and Training   AUGI is committed to providing diverse opportunities for its members to further their education—Below are just a few of the educational offerings that AUGI currently provides to help its members sharpen their technical skills.   Learn More   Autodesk News Press Releases and articles from the past month relating to Autodesk. Autodesk’s 3rd Annual State of Design & Make Report Reveals AI Skills are Top Hiring Priority as Leaders Face Talent Shortages How AI, skills-based hiring, and green jobs are reshaping the workforce 5 things you need to know about the ASCE Infrastructure Report Card     AUGI Volunteering   There are openings for authors for AUGIWORLD, opportunities to assist in the Wish List, as well as contribute to our social media outreach.   VOLUNTEER       Become an Autodesk Beta Participant     AUGI Wish List     Rank       Vote       Buy         Sponsors  |  Benefactors  |  Advertising  |  Terms of Service  |  Contact   ©1990–2025 AUGI, Inc. All Rights Reserved.