3D CAD SOFTWARE

Autodesk has 3D CAD software designed to meet your needs. Design and make anything with AutoCAD®, our most popular 3D CAD software.

What's 3D CAD software?

3D CAD, or three-dimensional computer-aided design, is technology for design and technical documentation, which replaces manual drafting with an automated process. Used by architects, engineers and other professionals, 3D CAD software precisely represents and visualises objects using a collection of points in three dimensions on the computer.

Autodesk has a broad portfolio of 3D CAD software programs to help people explore and share ideas, visualise concepts and simulate how designs will perform before they're made.

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AutoCAD web app

The new AutoCAD web app is included when you subscribe to AutoCAD. With no install required, you can extend your workflows and view and edit your CAD drawings in a simplified interface from anywhere with an internet connection and a web browser.

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Get a collection for the best value on our 3D CAD software products. We offer a comprehensive selection of tools to help you to meet any project challenge.

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FREE CAD SOFTWARE FOR STUDENTS AND EDUCATORS

We offer free Autodesk software for students and educators. Use the same CAD software as top professionals around the world.

FREE CAD SOFTWARE FOR NON-PROFITS

Are you a non-profit organisation or entrepreneur working to create positive impact through design? See if you qualify for our Technology Impact Programme.

How is 3D CAD software used?

  • Guitar design dreams come true

    Red Layer Guitars founder Jort Heijen found a way to make his lifelong passion a career with AutoCAD.

  • Re-inventing the earbud

    Stephen Ambrose, pioneering creator of the in-ear monitoring technology used by musicians onstage, is re-inventing the earbud to prevent hearing loss.

  • Designing electric motorcycles

    Electric motorcycle builders out-raced the petrol-powered competition with a superbike developed with generative design and 3D printed prototypes.

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