7 Tips for Better Drawings

Feb. 9, 2023
These tips can steer engineers and designers away from making common mistakes on drawings, which can lead to unusable parts and rework.

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An earlier version of this gallery appeared as the article "8 Common Drawing Mistakes to Avoid," originally published March 25, 2015.

Many engineers still make and use engineering drawings. Here is some advice on how to avoid some common mistakes.

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