Autodesk AutoCAD

AutoCAD 2D and 3D CAD Software

Design anywhere, anytime, using AutoCAD 2D and 3D CAD software.

What is AutoCAD?

With AutoCAD software, your team can be more creative through automation, collaboration, and machine learning. The following are just a few of the things architects, engineers, and construction professionals do with AutoCAD:

Using solids, surfaces, and mesh objects, provide annotation and design for 2D geometry and 3D models
Add blocks, compare drawings, count objects, and create schedules automatically
With add-on apps and APIs, you can create a customized workspace to maximize productivity

AutoCAD Key Features

Discover what’s new in AutoCAD 2023 software, including industry-specific toolsets, automation, and seamless connections between devices.

My Insights

My Insights helps you accomplish your projects faster with helpful tips and features.

Markup Import and Markup Assist

Add changes without altering your existing drawing by importing feedback from paper or PDF.

Share

Your drawing can be viewed or edited from anywhere by teammates and colleagues.

Count

COUNT automates the counting of blocks or geometry

Floating windows

With AutoCAD, you can display multiple drawing windows on multiple monitors at once

AutoCAD anytime, anywhere

Use the AutoCAD web or the AutoCAD mobile app to create, edit, and view CAD drawings.

Drawing History

View your work’s evolution by comparing past and present versions

Push to Autodesk Docs

You can upload CAD drawing sheets as PDFs to Autodesk Docs

Blocks palette

You can quickly view and access your blocks with the AutoCAD web app or desktop software.

How It Works

AutoCAD how it works

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is AutoCAD used for?

With AutoCAD, you can create precise 2D and 3D designs, models, and documentation with solids, surfaces, mesh objects, and more. Among the features is the ability to compare drawings, count, add objects, and create tables, increasing productivity. In addition to 7 industry-specific tool sets, it includes 3D mapping, scanned images, and raster conversion. AutoCAD enables users to create, edit, and annotate drawings via desktop, web, and mobile devices.

Who uses AutoCAD?

Various professionals use AutoCAD, including architects, designers, engineers, project managers, real estate developers, and construction professionals.

What is the difference between AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT?

AutoCAD LT is a 2D drafting and documentation software primarily used for precision. It has some features available in AutoCAD, such as 3D modeling, automation, and others, to help increase productivity. Customization of the user interface is possible through APIs and add-on apps. AutoCAD also provides seven industry-specific tools for architecture, mechanical design, electrical design, plant design, plumbing, converting raster images, and mapping in 3D to enhance automation and productivity.

Compare AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT

AutoCAD

AutoCAD LT

APIs and automation

Architecture design

Collaboration

Cloud and mobility

Comprehensive

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