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AutoCAD
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AutoCAD 2012
Developer(s)
Autodesk
Initial release
December 1982
Stable release
2013 SP 1.1 /
September 10, 2012;
53 days ago
Preview release
2012 / 2012; 0 days

ago
MS Windows, Apple OS
Operating system X & iOS, Google
Android (viewers)
Type
CAD
License
Proprietary
Website
http://usa.autodesk.com
/autocad/
AutoCAD is a software application for computer-aided design (CAD) and

drafting. The software supports both 2D and 3D formats. The software is
developed and sold by Autodesk, Inc.,[1] first released in December 1982 by
Autodesk in the year following the purchase of the first form of the software by
Autodesk founder, John Walker. AutoCAD is Autodesk's flagship product and
by March 1986 had become the most ubiquitous microcomputer design
program in the world, utilizing functions such as "polylines" and "curve
fitting".[2] Prior to the introduction of AutoCAD, most other CAD programs ran
on mainframe computers or minicomputers, with each CAD operator (user)
working at a graphical terminal or workstation.[citation needed]
According to Autodesk company information, the AutoCAD software is now
used in a range of industries, employed by architects, project managers and
engineers, amongst other professions, and as of 1994 there had been 750
training centers established across the world to educate users about the
company's primary products.[1]
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Contents
1 History
2 Design
2.1 File formats and versions
2.2 Languages
2.3 Extensions
2.4 Vertical integration
3 Variants
3.1 AutoCAD LT
3.2 AutoCAD WS
3.3 Student versions
4 Ports
4.1 Microsoft Windows
4.2 Mac OS
5 See also
6 References
7 External links
[edit] History
AutoCAD was derived from a program called Interact, which was written in a
proprietary language (SPL) by inventor Michael Riddle. This early version ran
on the Marinchip Systems 9900 computer (Marinchip Systems was owned by
Autodesk co-founders John Walker and Dan Drake). Walker paid Riddle US$10
million for the CAD technology.
When Marinchip Software Partners (later known as Autodesk) formed, the
founders decided to re-code Interact in C and PL/1. They chose C because it
seemed to be the biggest upcoming language.[citation needed] In the end, the
PL/1 version was unsuccessful. The C version was, at the time, one of the most
complex programs in that language. Autodesk had to work with a compiler
developer, Lattice, to update C, enabling AutoCAD to run.[3] Early releases of
AutoCAD used primitive entities lines, polylines, circles, arcs, and text to
construct more complex objects. Since the mid-1990s, AutoCAD supported
custom objects through its C++ Application Programming Interface (API).
The modern AutoCAD includes a full set of basic solid modeling and 3D tools.
The release of AutoCAD 2007 included the improved 3D modeling that
provided better navigation when working in 3D. Moreover, it became easier to
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edit 3D models. The mental ray engine was included in rendering and
therefore it is possible to do quality renderings. AutoCAD 2010 introduced
parametric functionality and mesh modeling.
The latest AutoCAD releases are AutoCAD 2013 and AutoCAD 2013 for Mac.
The release marked the 27th major release for the AutoCAD for Windows, and
the third consecutive year for AutoCAD for Mac.[4]
A first major disadvantage to AutoCAD for Mac is that you cannot have a mixed
Mac/PC environment combined with References (XREF, images) in your
drawings. Since paths are saved in the DWG, the other OS will not understand
the file location (i.e.: A Mac will not know where to go look for G:\Projects
\XYZ\FloorPlan.dwg, because the concept of drive letters is inherent to
Microsoft Windows).
A second disadvantage is the inability of AutoCAD for Mac to run with a
Network licence. It can only be used as Stand-alone software.
[edit] Design
[edit] File formats and versions
The native file format of AutoCAD is .dwg. This and, to a lesser extent, its
interchange file format DXF, have become de facto, if proprietary, standards
for CAD data interoperability. AutoCAD has included support for .dwg, a
format developed and promoted by Autodesk, for publishing CAD data. In
2006, Autodesk estimated the number of active .dwg files at in excess of one
billion. In the past, Autodesk has estimated the total number of existing .dwg
files as more than three billion.[citation needed]
Official Name Version Release
AutoCAD
Version 1.0
AutoCAD
Version 1.2
AutoCAD
Version 1.3
AutoCAD
Version 1.4
AutoCAD
Version 2.0
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1.0
1.2
1.3
1.4
2.0
Date of
release
1982,
December
Comments
DWG R1.0 file format

introduced.
1983, April
introduced.
1983,
August
introduced.
1983,
October
introduced.
1984,
October
introduced.
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AutoCAD
Version 2.1
AutoCAD
Version 2.5
AutoCAD
Version 2.6
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2.1
1985, May
2.5
1986, June
2.6
1987, April
AutoCAD
Release 9
AutoCAD
Release 10
AutoCAD
Release 11
9.0
1987,
September
1988,
October
1990,
October
10.0
10
11.0
11
AutoCAD
Release 12
12.0
12
1992, June
AutoCAD
Release 13
13.0
13
1994,
November
AutoCAD
Release 14
14.0
14
AutoCAD 2000
15.0
15
AutoCAD 2000i
AutoCAD 2002
15.1
15.6
16
17
AutoCAD 2004
16.0
18
AutoCAD 2005
16.1
19
AutoCAD 2006
16.2
20
AutoCAD 2007
17.0
21
AutoCAD 2008
17.1
22
1997,
February
1999,
March
2000, July
2001, June
2003,
March
2004,
March
2005,
March
2006,
March
2007,
March

introduced.
introduced.
introduced. Last version to
run without a math
co-processor.
DWG R9 file format
introduced.
DWG R10 file format
introduced.
DWG R11 file format
introduced.
DWG R11/R12 file format
introduced. Last release for
Apple Macintosh till 2010.
DWG R13 file format
introduced. Last release for
Unix, MS-DOS and Windows
3.11.
DWG R14 file format
introduced.
DWG 2000 file format
introduced.

introduced.

introduced.
Annotative Objects
introduced. First release for
the x86-64 versions of
Windows XP and Vista.
AutoCAD 2008 and higher
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AutoCAD 2009
17.2
23
2008,
March
AutoCAD 2010
18.0
24
2009,
March 24
AutoCAD 2011
18.1
25
2010,
March 25
AutoCAD 2012
18.2
26
2011,
March 22
AutoCAD 2013
19.0
27
2012,
March 27
(including AutoCAD LT) can

directly import and underlay
DGN V8 files.
Revisions to the user interface
including the option of a
Microsoft Office 2007-like
tabbed ribbon.
introduced. Parametrics
introduced. Mesh 3D solid
modeling introduced. Both
32-bit and 64-bit versions of
AutoCAD 2010 and AutoCAD
LT 2010 are compatible with
and supported under
Microsoft Windows 7.
Surface Modeling, Surface
Analysis and Object
Transparency introduced.
October 15, 2010 [5] AutoCAD
2011 for Mac was released.
Are compatible with and
supported under Microsoft
Windows 7
Associative Array, Model
Documentation. Support for
complex linetypes in DGN
files is improved in AutoCAD
2012. DGN editing.
introduced.
[edit] Languages
AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT are available for English, German, French, Italian,
Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, Russian,
Czech, Polish, Hungarian, Brazilian Portuguese, Danish, Dutch, Swedish,
Finnish, Norwegian, and Vietnamese. The extent of localization varies from full
translation of the product to documentation only. The AutoCAD command set is
localized as a part of the software localization.
[edit] Extensions
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AutoCAD supports a number of APIs for customization and automation. These

include AutoLISP, Visual LISP, VBA, .NET and ObjectARX. ObjectARX is a
C++ class library, which was also the base for: (a) products extending
AutoCAD functionality to specific fields; (b) creating products such as
AutoCAD Architecture, AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD Civil 3D; or (c)
third-party AutoCAD-based application.
[edit] Vertical integration

Autodesk has also developed a few vertical programs for discipline-specific
enhancements. For example, AutoCAD Architecture (formerly Architectural
Desktop) permits architectural designers to draw 3D objects, such as walls,
doors and windows, with more intelligent data associated with them rather
than simple objects, such as lines and circles. The data can be programmed to
represent specific architectural products sold in the construction industry, or
extracted into a data file for pricing, materials estimation, and other values
related to the objects represented. Additional tools generate standard 2D
drawings, such as elevations and sections, from a 3D architectural model.
Similarly, Civil Design, Civil Design 3D, and Civil Design Professional support
data-specific objects, facilitating easy standard civil engineering calculations
and representations. Civil 3D was originally developed as an Autocad add-on
by a company in New Hampshire called Softdesk (originally DCA). Softdesk
was acquired by Autodesk, and Civil 3D was further evolved.
[edit] Variants
[edit] AutoCAD LT
AutoCAD LT is the lower cost version of AutoCAD, with reduced capabilities,
first released in November 1993. Autodesk developed AutoCAD LT to have an
entry-level CAD package to compete in the lower price level. AutoCAD LT,
priced at $495, became the first AutoCAD product priced below $1000. It is
sold directly by Autodesk and can also be purchased at computer stores
(unlike the full version of AutoCAD, which must be purchased from official
Autodesk dealers).
As of the 2011 release the AutoCAD LT MSRP has risen to $1200. While there
are hundreds of small differences between the full AutoCAD package and
AutoCAD LT, currently there are a few recognized major differences[6] in the
software's features:
3D Capabilities: AutoCAD LT lacks the ability to create, visualize and
render 3D models as well as 3D printing.
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Network Licensing: AutoCAD LT cannot be used on multiple machines

over a network.
Customization: AutoCAD LT does not support customization with LISP,
ARX, and VBA.
Management and automation capabilities with Sheet Set Manager and
Action Recorder.
CAD standards management tools.
[edit] AutoCAD WS
View 1
View 2
AutoCAD WS Mobile App (iOS)
In 2010, Autodesk released its first AutoCAD mobile application AutoCAD WS.
The mobile application allows registered users to "view, edit, and share" their
work wherever they go.[7] The application can be downloaded for free from the
App Store for iOS users or from the Google Play and Amazon Appstore for
Android users. A registered license is required to use the mobile application.
Both the Android and iOS versions allow users to save files on-line and off-line
when no Internet connection is available.[8] Autodesk announced plans to store
the majority of its software to "the cloud", starting with the AutoCAD WS
mobile application.[9]
Autodesk officially released its iOS mobile application in September 2010.[10]
This was the start of its mobile application marketing campaign. The release
has since grown from just the iPhone to the iPod Touch, iPad, Android phones,
and Android tablets.[11] The AutoCAD WS application has several of the
desktop AutoCAD features, but is limited in other areas. The application
provides the ability to draw lines, circles, and other various shapes. Text and
comment boxes are supported features. Colors, Layers, and measurement are
also included features found in the mobile application. The latest version,
version 1.3, was released on August 17, 2011 and added the following
features: unit typing, layer visibility, area measurement, and file
management.[7] Both landscape and portrait modes are supported while using
the application.
Autodesk announced that it would release its Android mobile application on
April 20, 2011.[8] The application is similar to the iOS application with the
same basic features and abilities. The Android AutoCAD WS mobile application
has some unique features not found in the iOS version. It allows users to insert
text or captions by voice commands instead of forcing them to manually input
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the text into the drawings.[8] This feature is not currently supported on the
iOS mobile device.
[edit] Student versions

AutoCAD is licensed at a significant discount over commercial retail pricing to
qualifying students and teachers, with a 36-month license available. The
student version of AutoCAD is functionally identical to the full commercial
version, with one exception: DWG files created or edited by a student version
have an internal bit-flag set (the "educational flag"). When such a DWG file is
printed by any version of AutoCAD (commercial or student), the output
includes a plot stamp / banner on all four sides. This plot stamp can be taken
out using the "fxout" command. Objects created in the Student Version cannot
be used for commercial use. Student Version objects "infect" a commercial
version DWG file if it is imported.[12]
The Autodesk Education Community provides registered students and faculty
with free access to different Autodesk applications.
[edit] Ports
[edit] Microsoft Windows
While the latest release of AutoCAD did not come with a major overhaul, the
2012 version did receive minor improvements. Several small changes were
made to improve the 3D capabilities, and some new features were added to
enhance the productivity of the program.[4] These changes and features
included: increased canvas control, associated arrays, improved 3D model
manipulation, and other less noticeable additions.[4] After the release of
AutoCAD 2011 for Mac, the Windows version lacked several features found in
the Mac version. Several of the Mac version canvas controls have now been
added to the 2012 release. To accomplish the goal for better 3D model
manipulation, Autodesk did away with the old saved history method and
introduced a new plug-in that will automatically be installed, Autodesk
Inventor Fusion. This plug-in allows users to directly open and edit 3D models
without having to save and export their work manually. When the user is
finished editing the plug-in automatically opens the updated version back in
AutoCAD. Autodesk also replaced the older array feature with new associated
arrays features. This now allows users to duplicate things using three different
commands: polar arrays, rectangular arrays, and placing objects along a
predetermined path. The new redesigned array feature will also work with
both 2D and 3D objects.[4] Autodesk has also chosen to allow users to purchase
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companion applications directly within the AutoCAD 2012 program.[13] The

newest release of AutoCAD also came with new system requirements and
recommendations in order to run AutoCAD 2012.[4]
[edit] Mac OS
AutoCAD 2012 for Mac

Autodesk stopped supporting Apple's computers in 1994. Over the next
several years, no compatible versions for Macintosh computers were released.
In 2010 Autodesk announced that it would once again support Apple's Mac OS
X software in the future.[14] Most of the features found in the 2012 Windows
version can be found in the 2012 Mac version. The main difference is the user
interface and layout of the program. The interface is designed so that users
who are already familiar with Apple's OS X software will find it similar to other
Apple applications.[10] Autodesk has also built in various features in order to
take full advantage of Apple's Trackpad capabilities as well as the full-screen
mode in Apple's OS X Lion.[10][11] AutoCAD 2012 for Mac supports both the
editing and saving of files in DWG formatting that will allow the file to be
compatible with other platforms besides the OS X.[11] AutoCAD 2012 currently
supports Mac OS 10.6.4 upwards.[15]
AutoCAD LT 2012 is now available through the Mac App Store for $899.99.
The full featured version of AutoCAD 2012 for Mac, however, is not currently
available through the Mac App Store due to the price limit of $999 set by
Apple. AutoCAD 2012 for Mac can currently be purchased only from
Autodesk's Web site for $3995.[14]
[edit] See also

3ds Max
AutoCAD Architecture
Autodesk
Autodesk Maya
Autodesk Revit
AutoSketch
Comparison of CAD editors for architecture, engineering and construction
(AEC)
Design Web Format
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[edit] References
1. ^ a b "Autodesk, Inc".
FundingUniverse. Lendio. 2012.
http://www.fundinguniverse.com
/company-histories/AutodeskInc-company-History.html.
Retrieved 29 March 2012.
2. ^ "Part 2 CAD/CAM/CAE", 25
Year retrospective, Computer
Graphics World, 2011,
http://www.cgw.com/Publications
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29 March 2012
3. ^ Auto file, CH: Fourmi lab,
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4. ^
Cohn, David (1 July
2011). "AutoCAD 2012 Review:
Software Provides a Wealth of
Improvements". DE Desktop
Engineering.
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6. ^ http://images.autodesk.com
/adsk/files
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iTunes Preview. Apple.
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app
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Retrieved 30 September 2011.
8. ^ a b c Ozler, Levent. "AutoCAD
WS for Android". Dexigner.
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http://jump.dexigner.com
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2011). autodesk-adopts-appleapp-store-for-macsoftware/?KEYWORDS=AutoCAD
"Autodesk Adopts Apple App
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2012". Autodesk.
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