About This User's Guide

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This User's Manual contains information for the ChemDraw application for Macintosh. It assumes that you are familiar with the basics of your operating system. If you are not, please refer to your system manual before using the applications. Some of the material describes tasks that must be performed in conjuction with other integrated CambridgeSoft products. The material on the Addins describes tasks that must be performed in conjuction with Microsoft Excel or Word. If you are not familiar with these products, please consult the relevant User's Manual for more detailed information.

The chapters in this guide are organized by task. They are intended to help you familiarize yourself with the ChemDraw applications and start using them as quickly and efficiently as possible. New users should read the Basics chapter to get an overview of the product and how it works. Chapter 2 Tutorials, demonstrates most of the features of the application. Perform the tutorials in the order they are presented. Experienced users can skip to Chapter 3 and the subsequent chapters, which provide more detailed information.