CorelCAD

Software Overview

CorelCAD is a computer-aided design (CAD) application for creating 2D and 3D technical drawings. The program supports many formats, provides various advanced tools, and integrates with the cloud and mobile devices (via an associated mobile app) to provide architects, engineers, and other users with easy file sharing and access.

CorelCAD features layer-editing capabilities that allow users to edit models on separate layers and provides various 2D and 3D tools for creating mechanical, structural, and architectural drawings. Some of CorelCAD's advanced capabilities include filleting edges of 3D solids, viewing 3D models from multiple viewpoints, accurately measuring with dimension tools, marking up drawing items with freehand sketches, modifying and scaling text, and managing layer states.

The program's interface features tabs that allow you to organize your workflow and quickly switch between documents. You can also access tools and layers in movable panes. And while the base version of CorelCAD includes various standard and advanced tools, those who want or need more features can also install plug-ins to access additional functionality.

CorelCAD users can save their files in the standard DWG file format used by AutoCAD, as well as the .DWS, .DWT, .DXF, .DWF, .DES, .STL, and .SHP formats. You can also export your designs to the .CDR, DES, STL, and .PDF formats and work with GIS files to visualize maps and geographic models.

[h]Summary[/h]

CorelCAD is a quality design application that competes with Autodesk AutoCAD as a cheaper alternative. While the program doesn't provide as many features as Autodesk AutoCAD, it is still worth a look because it offers many similar features at a much more manageable cost.

Primary File Type

.DWGAutoCAD Drawing

Supported File Types