Here at Scan2CAD, converting from raster to vector is what we do. After all, vector file formats are essential to CAD software. Without their editability, scalability and potential to attach reams of important data, CAD simply would not be the same….
We probably don’t have to tell you that AutoCAD is one of the leading CAD programs available on the market today. Whether you are in computer-aided design as a business or a hobby, it’s likely you rank this particular software fairly…
Whether you’re a CAD hobbyist or a professional, you’ll know that creating 2D and 3D designs can often be a time-consuming process. Those who are keen on increasing their productivity and creating quality designs often make use of CAD blocks. Blocks…
When choosing to invest in CAD software, there are a number of factors to consider. One of the most important of these, of course, is cost. For this reason, demystifying the often complex pricing structures of CAD licenses is incredibly helpful….
With hundreds of CAD programs being so readily available on the market, Scan2CAD knows full well how difficult it can be for newcomers to figure out which is best suited to them. Programs that look similar on the surface can differ…
Welcome to the March 2018 edition of World of CAD, Scan2CAD’s monthly roundup of all the news you need to know from CAD, CNC, and their related fields. There are plenty of big stories to cover this month. To begin with,…
CAD software has changed the way the entire world works—from the design industry to engineering to architecture. Instead of old school drafting methods, architects can use CAD software to bring any type of design to life. From start to finish, design…
PDF is one of the world’s most useful and versatile file formats. Unlike many of its competitors, it doesn’t require any specific software; users can open it using any standard web browser. Add in its ability to contain a variety of…
So, you’ve decided you need to purchase a graphics card for your CAD work. At first, you may have thought that you could purchase any graphics card as long as it is powerful—only to realize that the GPU market is more…
Welcome to World of CAD, Scan2CAD’s monthly roundup of CAD-related news. In our November 2017 edition, we’ll be turning the magnifying glass on CAD companies both large and small. To begin, we’ll take a look at offerings from two relative upstarts…
We here at Scan2CAD know that no program is an island—even when it’s the ultimate vectorization software. The range of CAD software is incredibly broad, with specialized programs for practically every design purpose. Each program exists within an ecosystem, and an architect…
If you couldn’t already tell, we’re pretty big fans of AutoCAD here at the Scan2CAD blog. As Autodesk’s flagship product, AutoCAD has a lot to offer the entire CAD industry. It comes as no surprise, therefore, that it’s the go-to product for…
Since 1982, Autodesk has been a major presence in the CAD industry. Its initial flagship software, AutoCAD, is still alive and well today. However, Autodesk has since released a wide range of programs, each with its own specialized features to cater…
CAD is an integral part of many industries out there—from architecture to engineering to gaming. It’s for this reason that so many students use CAD packages. The high demand for CAD however, has led to most packages being rather expensive. Many…
Following the release of AutoCAD 2018, it’s time to refresh our knowledge of one of the most widely used CAD programs in the world. Here are 7 things you really need to know about the program that is often nicknamed the…
AutoCAD is a leading CAD program, with hundreds of industries using it every day. If you’ve ever tried it out before, you’ll know that the software can seem very advanced if you don’t know what you’re doing. There are so many tools…
It’s been thirty-five years since AutoCAD first changed the way we think about CAD. Before its release, CAD software generally ran on mainframe computers; AutoCAD shifted that focus to PCs. That was to be far from the only revolutionary move in the…
AutoCAD is one of the world’s most well-known CAD programs, with thousands of people using it on a daily basis. In fact, nowadays, AutoCAD skills are highly valued in many industries including architecture, engineering, product design and more. However, it can…
While it might be tempting to think of Computer Aided Design as a relatively recent innovation, most CAD programs we use today can actually be traced back to work begun over 50 years ago. As such, CAD has had a long…
Autodesk is a pioneer in 3D design, engineering and digital entertainment software. Though best known for its flagship product, AutoCAD, it has developed a vast range of software for the design, engineering and entertainment industries—not to mention hobbyists. But how much do you…
