DocumentationAutodesk provides a variety of online materials to help you learn and use AutoCAD® Map 3D software or to develop complementary products. These materials are available in several formats. Online Help
Access AutoCAD Map 3D help, tutorials, and training materials. Best Practices for Managing Geospatial Data
The Best Practices for Managing Geospatial Data book explains the best way to use AutoCAD Map 3D and other Autodesk software to optimize workflow and improve productivity. It will help you understand how you can fully harness the power of your data by bridging the gap between engineering and GIS departments and extend the value of your geospatial data. Also included is a gallery of sample maps created with AutoCAD Map 3D and other Autodesk software. User’s Guide
The AutoCAD Map 3D User’s Guide describes concepts, and provides step-by-step procedures as well as quick reference information. Tutorials
The AutoCAD Map 3D Tutorials offer hands-on exercises that teach you how to perform specific tasks with spatial data in CAD and GIS formats. The tutorials feature realistic sample data and maps included on the product media. To gain a thorough understanding of AutoCAD Map 3D software, it is recommended that you explore the tutorials after you have read through the conceptual information provided in the Best Practices for Managing Geospatial Data book and the User’s Guide. New Features Workshop
The AutoCAD Map 3D New Features Workshop is a series of interactive demos that describe what’s new in each new version of AutoCAD Map 3D and AutoCAD. If you are moving from one version of the product to another, this is a useful tool for quickly understanding what’s new. GIS Skills for Engineers
The GIS Skills for Engineers book is intended to help those with engineering and drafting experience learn how to perform GIS (geographic information systems) tasks using AutoCAD Map 3D software. With 91 “show me” animations, this book makes GIS easy to learn and helps you quickly get up to speed using the geospatial features of AutoCAD Map 3D software. The skills are organized into chapters on data preparation, data conversion, data access, data management, data editing, styling and theming features, analysis, sharing data, map layout and cartography, and printing, plotting and publishing. Skill Builders
AutoCAD Map 3D Skill Builders are advanced learning exercises that help you take your Map 3D skills to the next level. New Skill Builders are posted periodically to the AutoCAD Map 3D Skill Builders website. Workflow Guide
The AutoCAD Map 3D Workflow Guide includes high-level workflows that illustrate the overall steps to perform common tasks. Expression Builder Guide
The Expression Builder Guide shows how to use the Expression Builder to formulate queries for geospatial features. Developer Guides
The AutoCAD Map 3D Developer Guides provide information for developers who want to modify, extend, or build on AutoCAD Map 3D and FDO software. Citrix-Ready Installation and Setup Guide
The AutoCAD Map 3D Citrix-Ready Installation and Setup Guide provides information for IT administrators who want to deploy Citrix Ready™ AutoCAD Map 3D software on Citrix XenApp™ software. Printed Materials
AutoCAD Map 3D software includes one printed copy of the Best Practices for Managing Geospatial Data book per software license. To receive a copy of the printed documentation available for your product, visit www.AutodeskDocandMedia.com For information about how to obtain additional printed materials, visit the Autodesk Store or contact your Authorized Autodesk Reseller. | 
