AutoLISP is based on the LISP programming language, which is simple to learn and very powerful. Because AutoCAD has a built-in LISP interpreter, you can enter AutoLISP code at the command prompt or load AutoLISP code from external files. Visual LISP (VLISP) is a software tool designed to expedite AutoLISP program development.
Topics in this section
- Overview of AutoLISP and Visual LISP
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Use AutoLISP Applications
AutoLISP applications are stored in ASCII text files that you can edit. Before you can use an AutoLISP application, it must first be loaded.
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Automatically Load and Run AutoLISP Routines
You can load AutoLISP routines each time you run AutoCAD. You can also execute certain commands or functions at specific times during a drawing session.