Chapter 22. Introduction to AutoLISP Programming

One of AutoCAD’s most powerful features is its programming interface. With support for AutoLISP, ADS, ObjectARX, and script programming, you can customize AutoCAD to just about any degree you want.

This chapter focuses on the basics of AutoLISP. Its intent is to introduce you to AutoLISP’s capabilities. The chapter covers the following topics:

• Introducing AutoLISP

• Using AutoLISP for keyboard macros

• Creating a simple AutoLISP routine

• Using ACAD.LSP and ACADDOC.LSP

• A brief look at Visual LISP