progeCAD Smart
Reads AutoCad DWG files and has expansive functionality
Operating system: Windows
Publisher: PROGESOFT
Release : progeCAD Smart 9.0.28.8
Antivirus check: passed
This software reads and writes AutoCAD DWG files from 2.5 to 2009
Features:
- It has the requisite AutoCAD Commands
- AutoLISP is included!
- Express Tools!
- Plus, export to PDF or JPG / 11,000 free symbols and blocks / Basic Rendering Tools
progeCad Smart (for Windows) offers the best free CAD package on the market! If you're an architect or engineer, this is the one for you. Once you are ready for features such as pdf conversion and better photo rendering, the pro version will be waiting for you.
This software is better due to its AutoCAD capibility
The AutoCAD clone is exceptional and full of features without burdensome system requirements. If you can live with personal use restrictions and no reflection of post-2009 DXF file format revision, then go ahead and download this product.
This file is only 100mb, yet delivers everything you need for a starter pack. It is full of features and extras, these include: being fully 3D capable, vectoring raster images with Wintopo, and access to the vast ALE libraries (over eleven thousand pre-drawn blocks). It's safe to say this that this is a cutting edge drafting system. Don't mind the restrictions involved with using this software on Windows 7, there are plenty of options to accommodate this operating system.
Other important features to note include: IntelliCAD AutoLISP interpreter, oSnap like temporary point and snap, plus layers and blocks. Don't forget about the ability to edit xref, blocks, and hatches. There are options for both rendering and 3D shading. This is the successor to progeCAD Smart 2008 that we have all been waiting for!
There are some disclaimers, including this product is not open source, it is absolutely not allowed and illegal to use this product for any commercial purpose, and that there are features unavailable without the Pro version.
This great product is completely free and is yours to use and keep forever!
Minimum 1GB RAM
100MB free disk space
AutoCAD knowledge necessary
PROS
Supports DWG and DXF file formats.
Includes Autocad-like interface for easy navigation.
CONS
No Mac or Linux support, only Windows.
User interface could be more user-friendly.
Brodie
progeCAD 2009 Smart is a software designed for professionals and experienced individuals, in the field of three design. It offers a range of features for editing and rendering allowing handling of AutoCAD files. You can easily manage viewports 3D views and workspaces with viewing options. Adding objects to projects is made simple through the 'Insert' menu, which includes options for raster images external references and blocks. The software provides a set of tools for scripting, block editing and snapshot viewing via the 'Dwg Explorer' and 'progeCAD Explorer' menus. Editing capabilities are further enhanced with commands for rotation trimming, scaling and more. With its user interface and support for ECW image insertion, progeCAD 2009 Smart! stands out as a top tier CAD solution that's compatible with AutoCAD commands, menus and scripts. It proves to be a choice for architects,
Mon, Jan 29, 2024
engineers and designers, in search of cost CAD solutions.
