AutoCAD

Create and modify objects in circular or rectangular patterns, or along a path

Create and edit centerlines and center marks that automatically move when associated objects move

Create dimensions automatically with preview before creation

Add flexibility and intelligence to block references, including changing shape, size, or configuration

Use fields in text objects to display text that updates automatically as field value changes

Add texture to drawings through patterns, fills, and paths without pre-defined shapes or enclosed boundaries

Specify drawing sheet size, add title block, and display multiple views of model

Create leaders with variety of content including text or blocks with easy formatting

Apply geometric and dimensional constraints to maintain relationships between drawing geometry

Remove multiple unneeded objects at once with easy selection and object preview

Draw revision clouds around new changes in drawing to quickly identify updates

Apply formulas, link to Excel spreadsheets, and create tables with data and symbols with automatic data import

Create single or multiline text (mtext) as single text object with easy formatting and columns

Save views by name to easily return to specific view for quick reference or layout viewport application

Use Orbit, ViewCube, and Wheel tools to orbit, swivel, walk, and fly around 3D models

Render 3D models online without consuming processing power or disk space on local computer

Generate 2D drawings including base, projected, section, and detail views from 3D models

Attach point cloud files acquired by 3D laser scanners or other technologies to use as design starting point

Apply lighting and materials to give 3D models realistic appearance and help communicate designs

Create section planes to display cross-sectional views through solids, surfaces, meshes, or regions

Create realistic 3D models using combination of solid, surface, and mesh modeling tools

Apply visual styles to control display of edges, lighting, and shading of 3D model

Record commands and input values that can be played back as action macro

Access AutoLISP API on the web for automation capabilities in web version

Automate counting of block or object instances within selected area or entire drawing with filtering and table creation

Build and run AutoLISP programs with Visual LISP IDE to automate workflows

Automatically place blocks in correct position and scale based on previous placements

Quickly find and replace blocks using machine learning-based suggestions and manual selection

Quickly search drawings for objects and convert them into blocks with AI suggestions

Access and track essential design data using detailed multi-user event logs with version history and 'What's Changed' insights

Ground site plans with real-world geographical information using ArcGIS Basemaps with satellite, aerial, and street options

Plot multiple drawings to PDF format in batch from web version

CAD managers can define one set of project-aware support files and settings for an Autodesk Docs project

Access AutoCAD 2D and 3D DWG files on desktop, web, and mobile to capture, share, and review ideas

Share and reuse data from DGN files by importing, exporting, or attaching them as underlays

Compare two versions of drawing without leaving current window

Insert geographic location information into drawing and display map from online map service

Attach Navisworks models as underlays to drawings and import models from other applications

Streamline collaboration on Autodesk Docs projects with multi-user markups in early access

Share and reuse data from PDF files by importing, exporting, or attaching them as underlays

Save drawings from desktop to view and edit in AutoCAD on web and mobile with external references included

Publish design views of drawing in web browser for viewing and commenting

View, access, manage, and plot multiple drawings as sheet sets

Annotate and mark design changes without modifying original drawing across desktop, web, and mobile

Compare two versions of drawing, including external references (xrefs)

Boost architectural design and drafting productivity up to 61% with time-saving features and task automation

Boost productivity by up to 95% with specialized features to create, modify, and document electrical controls systems

Access data for planning, design, and management with model-based geographic information system

Increase productivity by up to 55% with 700,000+ intelligent parts and features

Increase productivity by up to 85% bringing significant time savings to common MEP design tasks

Create and edit instrumentation diagrams and 3D models, and extract piping orthographics and isometrics

Edit scanned drawings and convert raster images to DWG objects