Drawing and Planning Software

Identify what types of shapes and other elements will be needed

Review templates and describe how they need to be changed to meet needs

Select, input and use the appropriate shapes to meet needs, including importing shapes from other sources

Select, adapt and use appropriate templates or blank documents

Identify what copyright constraints apply to the use of shapes or other elements

Combine information for drawings or plans including importing information produced using other software

Store and retrieve drawing files effectively, in line with local guidelines and conventions where available

Identify what drafting guides to use so that the shapes and other elements are appropriately prepared

Select and use appropriate software tools to manipulate and edit shapes and other elements with precision

Select and use appropriate software tools to format shapes and other elements, including applying styles and colour schemes

Check drawings or plans meet needs, using IT tools and making corrections as necessary

Identify and respond to any quality problems with drawings or plans to make sure they meet needs

Select and use appropriate presentation methods and accepted page layouts