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AutoCAD

Industry-standard CAD software for precise 2D and 3D design

Computer-aided design software that allows architects, engineers, and construction professionals to create precise 2D drawings and 3D models with AI-powered automation and collaborative workflows.

Public company (NASDAQ: ADSK) - $6.13B revenue in fiscal 2025 raised ⭐ Market Leader

Founded 1982 • 6+ million subscription seats globally across AEC, manufacturing, and engineering industries

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Why This Tool Exists

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The Problem

Design professionals manually draft and redraft architectural and engineering drawings repeatedly across project phases, spending excessive time on repetitive tasks like dimensioning, annotation, and format standardization. Collaboration requires constant file sharing and version control struggles.

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The Solution

Provides comprehensive 2D drafting and 3D modeling tools with AI-powered automation for block placement, text variations, and drawing optimization. Connected workflows enable real-time collaboration with integrated markup tools, standardized project files, and cross-platform accessibility.

How You Use It

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Delivery Method

Desktop App SaaS Mobile App API

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Integrations

Autodesk Construction Cloud Autodesk Docs Revit Civil 3D Microsoft Excel Navisworks BIM 360 Procore 3ds Max Maya

Disciplines

Architecture, Structural Engineering, MEP Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction, Landscape Architecture

Project Phases

Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documentation, Bidding/Procurement, Construction Administration

Project Types

Commercial, Residential, Healthcare, Education, Infrastructure, Mixed-Use, Industrial, Hospitality, Institutional

Data Transparency

Exactly what this tool uses and how

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Input

What it needs

Required: Design intent, Project requirements, Drawing standards

Optional: Existing drawings, Point cloud data, Reference images, Project templates, External data sources

Formats: DWG, DXF, DWT, PDF, JPG, PNG, E57, RCP, Excel, IFC

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Output

What you get

Format: DWG files, PDF documents, and web-shareable drawings

Fields: 2D technical drawings, 3D models and visualizations, Dimensioned floor plans and sections, Detailed construction drawings, Bill of materials and schedules, Standardized title blocks and annotations

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Algorithm

How it works

Model: Autodesk AI (proprietary) with Smart Blocks and automation features

Accuracy: Claims 11x faster file opening and 4x faster startup in AutoCAD 2026 vs 2025

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Privacy

How your data is protected

Retention: Project-based retention in accordance with Autodesk Terms of Service

Training: Usage analytics collected for product improvement (opt-in Desktop Analytics Program)

Compliance: SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, GDPR, CCPA, Data Privacy Framework certified

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API

Integration

Endpoint: Multiple APIs available: AutoCAD .NET API, ObjectARX (C++), AutoLISP, ActiveX, Design Automation API

Method: REST API for cloud services, COM/ActiveX for desktop automation

✓ Webhook support available

Use Cases

• Architectural floor plans, elevations, and sections
• Structural engineering drawings and details
• MEP system layouts and schematics
• Site plans and civil engineering drawings
• Construction details and assembly drawings
• As-built documentation and facility management drawings
• Cross-discipline coordination and markup review

Pricing

Free

30-day free trial, free access for students and educators

Pro

$235/month, $1,865/year, $5,315/3-year subscription

Enterprise

Volume licensing available with enterprise support and admin tools

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📚 Research Sources & Data Quality Last verified: 2026-02-01

Data Sources (8)

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Verified Data (12)

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