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AutoCAD
2D & 3D design & drafting platform
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John D.
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Civil Engineering, 10,001+ employees
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Paul L.
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Information Technology and Services, self-employed
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Paul: Hi, I'm Paul and I am a computer specialist and I give AutoCAD a four out of five. For more reviews,...
Tensina O.
Farming, self-employed
Used weekly for 6-12 months
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Its simple and good to modell 3d print or CNC modell.
The best part is you can learn new things every use and make better modells.
I dont familiar with the movement of the camera.
Zach D.
Construction, 51-200 employees
Used daily for 2+ years
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It's easy to use and has frequent updates to better the program
If your software gets a bug, removing and redownloading can be a problem.
Swaroop B.
Mining & Metals, 201-500 employees
Used daily for 2+ years
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AutoCAD, the mother of all CAD tools. Every thing can be done in AutoCAD.
In 3D modelling workspace, the feature of the part can not be edited.
David G.
Paper & Forest Products, 10,001+ employees
Used monthly for 2+ years
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For 2D its the best and you cant beat. Costwise its up there but for a business this is the only way to go.
AutoCAD is the standard that we were trained on in School. For 2D work there is nothing better for layouts and designs not requiring 3D. They have refined the GUI over the years making repetitive tasks very quick and intuitive.
From Day 1 I wish they made improvements to the Dimensioning Style window. Yes it works and has lots of options, but it would be nice to have styles for different types of designs. Favourites etc.
Saurabh Y.
Civil Engineering, self-employed
Used weekly for 6-12 months
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Experience can be daunting for beginners due to its steep learning curve and the vast array of tools and commands available. Navigating and mastering AutoCAD requires time and dedication, but once users become proficient, the software's capabilities greatly enhance productivity and design quality
Users can dock, float, and rearrange toolbars, ribbons, and palettes to create a personalized workspace. This adaptability is excellent for professionals with specific workflow needs
Interface can be visually cluttered and overwhelming due to the sheer number of options
Abdul K.
Architecture & Planning, self-employed
Used daily for 1-2 years
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Very good. Powerful tools and make drawing easy to learn. Easy to hands on and to start basic to heavy user
100% accuracy in design drawing and easy to use for beginner to experienced user. No hassle and easy template to apply
None, all features have meet for many end user and versatile. Always up to date 2d and 3d drawing construction
jamal s.
Building Materials, 11-50 employees
Used daily for 1-2 years
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AutoCAD developed by autodisk,is a highly versatile and powerfull computer aided design software used by proffesional accross various industries including archeticture engeenering and construction.
1 / 2D drafting and drawing 2 / 3D modeling and visualization 3 / annvotation and layering 4 / parametric constraints 5 / dynamic blocks
there is nothing which i don't like about autoCAD
mohammed a.
Civil Engineering, 51-200 employees
Used daily for 2+ years
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It was a nice and easy experience, and I still use it on a personal and daily level in all engineering works, as most of my work requires drawing and expressing different ideas, and I recommend it to all my friends.
One of the most important features of the program Ease of using the various tools and a simplified explanation of these tools found in the program’s destination Also, it is easy to modify files without the need to consume a large number of boards and materials.
The program requires a lot of money to activate all the services, and it is also possible for some icons to be suspended when used.
John R.
Chemicals, 11-50 employees
Used daily for 2+ years
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It is unlikely we will ever switch back to solidworks given the capabilities and price of AutoCAD in comparison.
As an additive manufacturing (3D printing) laboratory at a major university, we require the most advanced programs which can be used across a range a skill levels. AutoCAD is consistently the most trustworthy and effective tool for 3D modeling, and the files are easily used by other programs (e.g. Cura).
The possibilities of 3D design are nearly endless, which can seem daunting, but the truth is that this create a nearly limitless ceiling for freedom of design.
Bruno A.
Industrial Automation, 1-10 employees
Used daily for 2+ years
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We are now working with an electrical dealer, designing their electrical panels and we are having good results.
The AutoCAD software is really good, its features that I have used the most are organizing electrical drawings by layers and having control of them, in addition to sharing the designs with my collaborators through the cloud for easy access and download. The software is easy to use, with a few hours of practice and love for design you can learn the basic concepts necessary to make your first drawing.AutoCAD is very important in my company since we use it many times to create our clients' designs, and above all so that they can understand the dimensions that have been made. We have increased the number of clients due to the easy use of this software.
AutoCAD is actually very good, so far I haven't seen the need to implement any features. Inform that the software has very good support that they work to improve the software. Its appearance is very easy to use, it has a simple and easy-to-learn interface. The software integration was very easy and very important to get more clients.
Fabiana T.
Research, 5,001-10,000 employees
Used weekly for 2+ years
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As someone who has used AutoCAD for over a decade, I can say that my experience with the software has been very positive overall. I first used AutoCAD as a student in architecture college and found it to be a valuable tool for creating precise drawings and 3D models. As I continued to use the software in my professional work, I discovered new features and tools that helped streamline my workflow and...
- AutoCAD is a versatile software that can be used for a variety of design tasks, including 2D drafting, 3D modeling, and rendering.- The software offers a wide range of tools and features that can help streamline the design process and increase productivity.- AutoCAD allows for easy collaboration with others through its ability to import and export files in a variety of formats.- The software has a large user community and plenty of online resources available for learning and troubleshooting.
The learning curve for AutoCAD can be steep, especially for those who are new to the software or have limited experience with CAD programs.
elleuch s.
Civil Engineering, self-employed
Used daily for 2+ years
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Overall, I find AutoCAD to be an excellent tool for my work. Its ease of use, precision, and many functionalities make it an essential program for any designer or engineer. I look forward to continuing to work with it and discovering all the new ways I can use it to create innovative designs.Overall, while I appreciate the many benefits of AutoCAD, there are a few things about the software that I think could be improved. However, I believe that the benefits of the software outweigh the drawbacks, and I will continue to use it as a valuable tool in my work.
I really enjoy working with AutoCAD. It is a fantastic software that is very easy to manipulate, and it offers a high level of precision. I love that I can use it to create detailed and complex designs with ease. One of the things that I appreciate about AutoCAD is its user-friendly interface. It is incredibly intuitive, and the tools are logically organized, making it very easy to find what I need...
While I enjoy working with AutoCAD, there are a few things about the software that I don't like. For one, I find that it can be quite resource-intensive, especially when working with larger files. This can make the program slow down and become less responsive, which can be frustrating when I'm trying to get work done quickly.Another issue I've encountered with AutoCAD is that some of the tools can be a bit difficult to use. While the software is generally user-friendly, there are some functions that require a bit of trial and error to get right. For example, I've had trouble with the hatch tool, which can be a bit finicky to work with.
Subodh C.
Civil Engineering, 51-200 employees
Used daily for 2+ years
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Drafting, designing and overall needs of our company is cleared with this app, also mechanics and plumbers are using this software.
everything is overall best and maybe the only problem with people nowadays is they think's they're perfect after a design or after some days. It takes time to dig down, keep practicing more, there is free trail period available for student's. verify and do it. don't wait. keep going.
This app provides all new features and functions of AutoCAD' so there is not much problem i can say but when you keep working and working into it you can find some problem but u can solve it. make your own code and it all available. And the thing needed is time and practice.
Hicham S.
Computer Software, self-employed
Used daily for 1-2 years
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I had a hard time getting started with AutoCAD. The interface is not very user-friendly and the learning curve is steep. Once I got the hang of it, I found that it was very buggy and would often crash. Overall, I was not impressed with AutoCAD and would not recommend it to anyone. It has limited features, crashes frequently, and can be difficult to learn. On the other hand, I think it could be useful...
AutoCAD is the industry standard in CAD (computer-aided design) software. It has been around for over 30 years and has changed significantly during that time. With each version, new features are added, existing ones are improved, and the interface changes to accommodate those changes. I've been using AutoCAD for about a year now, and I have to say that I'm really impressed with it. It's very user-friendly,...
Overall, I was really disappointed with AutoCAD. I found the interface to be confusing and difficult to use. The software crashed a lot and was really slow. Plus, the learning curve was really steep. I wouldn't recommend this software to anyone. It's just not worth it. There are so many other programs out there that are better than this one. The price is outrageous for what you get. If you're looking...
Piotr P.
Computer Software, 51-200 employees
Used weekly for 2+ years
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I was working with AutoCAD during my two internships, my first job, and in my private projects. To tell the truth, at the beginning it was a quite confusing piece of software. The number of functionalities can overwhelm. However, after some time I started to use it smoothly. AutoCAD allows the creation of drawings efficiently with relatively low effort (especially compared to some other tools that...
Amount of functionalities. Help Centre -> Explanations and examples. Ease of usage and intuitiveness (if a user is somehow proficient). Ease of big projects management.
Occasional problems with sub-file imports after file/folder location change. Installed with a huge amount of side programs that aren't necessarily needed -> May be confusing for the beginners. Fairly high price.
ahmed e.
Civil Engineering, self-employed
Used daily for 2+ years
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This program is an essential partner in all the reconstruction of the earth He is very excellent, noble and the greatest assistant to any engineer in particular We rely on it very mainly now and we hope to give more to Autodesk
• Save a lot of time, effort and thought • High quality in drawing and directing • High accuracy in execution • Very good safety in storage and transmission • Ease of use after good training You can draw and remember commands greatly after interruption of work on it for periods • One of the most beautiful things about the program is the diversity of drawing methods, data entry and output, and ease...
• Expensive startup costs. Software can be very expensive with upfront costs such as hardware and training • It takes a long time to understand the use of this software This is the biggest hurdle in the program is the beginning In order to understand how the program works, you need to know all the details about it, and then things will be easy * New versions need great specifications, the most important...
Lyle H.
Utilities, 51-200 employees
Used daily for 2+ years
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We are an engineering firm and have used AutoCAD as our main drafting and design program for almost 30 years. Even though we have moved on to Revit, we still use AutoCAD for certain projects where 3D parametric design may not be needed or practical.
I've used it for 30+ years so I know it inside and out. It's heavily customizable and AutoCAD is a great tool for just about anything you need to design. It's THE industry standard for CAD. If you work with lots of other companies and are sharing drawings frequently, AutoCAD is the way to go. AutoCAD LT may be an option as well at a fraction of the cost.
While AutoCAD does offer some parametric and 3D features, it's not the best thing out there if you are wanting to do parametric 3D design. Also, after using Revit, the disconnection between drawings (other than xrefs) is rather annoying. But, if you're a skilled drafter, you can do great things with AutoCAD.
Engr Md. ABS k.
Civil Engineering, 1,001-5,000 employees
Used daily for 2+ years
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AutoCAD is the first modeling software I learnt. it was a bit difficult at first but, i am happy i was patient enough to complete the tutorials because it gave me the solid foundation in 2D sketching which has helped me a lot.
Ease of use. Allows you to keep the interface the same throughout the years while still adding features. I have been using AutoCAD for over 20 years. It's the only system I would use. AutoCAD is very versatile, and I really like the user's ability to set up their own default environment that can be used for new projects going forward.
AutoCAD is difficult to learn especially for absolute beginners. also, when working on heavy files, it can be difficult to make changes on the file without the risk of your system lagging or even crashing. the user interface is frustrating but, i hope they review it and make it more interesting for users.
Marta W.
Architecture & Planning, 1-10 employees
Used daily for 2+ years
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Most design studios are still relying on AutoCAD, and even if other programs (e.g. Revit) are appearing in studios, it does not mean elimination of CAD applications. Even when design offices boast that they model fully in 3D (including BIM), in fact, AutoCAD still plays a supporting role, and in some areas it may be the other way around, and it is AutoCAD that dominates as a proven and fast tool for drawing details. Translated with www.DeepL.com/Translator (free version)
The advantages of the program include, first of all, a large number of created tools, thanks to which it is possible to design various, arbitrary elements. Thanks to the extensive library of materials, which is available to the users of the program, it is possible to select such materials and textures, which are characteristic for a particular design department (e.g. architecture and construction)....
Cons: The program takes up a lot of disk space and is quite expensive.
Aditya M.
Civil Engineering, 10,001+ employees
Used daily for 2+ years
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I have been using AutoCAD for more than 8 years. I have used it for CAD modeling, drafting, building design and construction detailing. I and my company has always used this program for any construction-related work. We have been using it as step one for creating a base model to be used in the Building Information Modelling process. We use it to develop Revit Model. Use it in Civil 3D for civil design. AutoCAD has always supported our needs.
The freedom that AutoCAD gives you is one of the most important. If I can imagine any drawing/component/part in my head, then AutoCAD can draw it. There is no more easy explanation for it. AutoCAD is the most versatile and compatible software for any engineering problem. It works with Revit, it works with Bentley Suite, it works with Google package, it works with almost all software. AutoCAD is a basic building blocks for drafting, design and engineering analysis.
AutoCAD does not provide full Building Information Modelling compatibility. Its content has only Geometric properties. It does not provide full parametric modeling and add a material characteristic to the model. It is simply a program that draws stuff. No intelligent modeling.
Latifa B.
Architecture & Planning, self-employed
Used daily for 2+ years
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Autocad is a versatile application that offers the possibility to design various elements and objects in 2D and 3D. With this very powerful software, you can create your own plans whether in architecture and town planning, in mechanics, in landscaping, in industry, in electronics, or others, also it is a tool to create realistic images of all your plans and designates, applying colors and textures...
speed, precision, richness in tools, efficiency, drawing of 2d and 3d plans
apparently I don't see any drawbacks, it is very useful
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Architecture & Planning, 10,001+ employees
Used daily for 2+ years
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My overall experience with AutoCAD is positive. I've been using it for years now and highly recommend it.
AutoCAD is AutoCAD users best kept secret, people assume this is a difficult piece of software to use but this isn't the case. AutoCAD is a fantastically versatile and easy to use package with great online support out there. I love how easily other pieces of software can integrate with it and how you can produce quality looking technical drawings within a relatively short time-span. For first time users I would recommend getting your head around commands and keyboard shortcuts as early as possible because in a short space of time you will find your speed of production is greatly improved by this.
I do feel that AutoDesk release too many new versions of the software and seem to have got into the Adobe thinking of a yearly release just for the sake of it. Also in more recent years, watching the design of the workspace alter from a command led system to a button led one feels like a step back to those of us who still speedily type in our commands rather than gazing at a sea of grey buttons. That said, at least Autodesk have left in an option to switch the workspace to the old layout for fossils like me.
George F.
Civil Engineering, 201-500 employees
Used daily for 2+ years
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AutoCAD is tough to pick up and learn, however, this can be said for any modeling software with such immense capabilities. This being said, AutoCAD is my favorite modeling software to use as I have been able to play around with it during college and throughout my internship. I have modeled small buildings to planes, and will continue to use AutoCAD as I believe it is the best modeling software.
With AutoCAD, your mind is the limit for what you can draw, simulate, and model! As an engineering student I used AutoCAD in a couple of my classes to create anything ranging from simple pieces of equipment to an entire Iron Man helmet (I would like to note that making the Iron Man Helmet took a very long time). The precision with AutoCAD always memorizes me, as you can make models that look real within the program. I have used AutoCAD for a few years now (throughout college and through my engineering internships) and still feel as if I have scratched the surface on the immense capabilities of AutoCAD. I highly recommend AutoCAD for any creative person that is looking to get into modeling or any company that is looking to improve their equipment drawings.
I would definitely have to say that AutoCAD has been one of the more difficult software to pick up and learn (take this with a grain of salt though as all modeling software are typically very difficult to learn). AutoCAD provides many tutorials to help you get started, however, these can only take you so far. To become proficient with AutoCAD you need many hours dedicated to playing around with AutoCAD and watching other tutorials. Once you have gotten good at using AutoCAD, you will be able to create almost anything with ease. One last thing to note is that it can be tough to find what exact button you are looking for with the current interface. Other than that, I highly recommend AutoCAD.
Leon C.
Arts and Crafts, 11-50 employees
Used weekly for 2+ years
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As complex as AutoCad is, learning how to use it is a very rewarding experience when you start to achieve sleek designs. Even though it takes time, I cannot really state that my experience is a negative one, for the contrary, the more I learn, the more excited I get. AutoCad's difficulty is very well balanced out with the quality you are able to achieve within the software, and the wide possibilities it offers. Becoming an expert is a must have for many fields, it will surely open many doors.
To state an opinion of AutoCad being as objective as you can is clearly a challenge, because it is very versatile software, with distinctive functionalities that adapt to many industries, but I will give it a try: AutoCad has one of the most extensive tools set you can imagine, that allows to draft in a logical sense almost anything you could imagine through the space of your ‘canvas’. From package...
AutoCad is a very complex software, and learning how to use it is not precisely an easy task, sometimes just exploring the tools is not enough. I needed to do a few courses before I was able to get a grasp of it, and I am still far from being an expert. You usually adapt your learning curve towards what you are looking to do, since there is not necessarily a unique way to approach your designs, and...
Nick J.
Architecture & Planning, 11-50 employees
Used daily for 2+ years
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This program is on the out in terms of office use, but it has proven pretty reliable. The drafting tools are adequate and fulfill most of the challenges when assembling a drawing. There are some major gaps and omissions with the tools when compared to other programs like Rhino. Performance issues are the biggest road block that Autodesk hasn't seemed to iron out over the lifetime of the product. It still chugs and freezes at inopportune times, particularly between model and paper space. Revit is this future, but this will get you by.
Robust linking and organization tools. File formats that are easily transferred to other programs. Relatively simple UI.
Performance issues abound. This program uses more RAM and CPU power than it has the right to. A lot of freezing and hang-ups even on beefy machines. Some very frustrating UI decisions and limitations with commands.