Tips and Advice for Users

It’s common to have questions when working with CAD. Which CAD file type should I choose? How can I best keep my CAD files secure? What are the best ways to optimize my raster image for vectorization? In this section, we have answers to all of these questions and more. Discover useful tips on how to get the most out of raster to vector conversion; learn about the editing tools you can use to optimize your raster and vector images; and get advice a variety of topics from the world of CAD and its related fields.
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How to Batch Plot Drawings in AutoCAD

AutoCAD simplifies workflows for professionals across various careers by enabling them to batch plot drawings. Batch plotting refers to the process of simultaneously printing or converting to multiple drawings or sheets of a drawing project to PDF in a single operation….

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How to Improve Slow AutoCAD Performance

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AutoCAD can sometimes post slow performance punctuated by frustratingly sluggish response times. Typically, slow AutoCAD software is the result of hardware and system, network, or file issues. While it will not display error messages or alerts that notify you whenever the…

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How to Create Isometric Drawings in AutoCAD

AutoCAD Isometric Drawings

AutoCAD is significantly different from other computer-aided design (CAD) software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, SketchUp, Fusion 360, Inventor, Creo, and so on. This is because the latter group of applications is predominantly used to create 3D models. And while AutoCAD supports…

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Bonjour, Galois! What’s new in 10.1.0

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Today sees the release of Scan2CAD 10.1.0 (which we’ve lovingly named Galois). This release features a number of significant improvements focussed on building a better user experience. With 10.1.0, Scan2CAD is more intuitive than ever, enabling users to become successful with…