DWG viewer, editor, and file converter
DWG viewer, editor, and file converter
Image courtesy of ADEPT Airmotive (Pty) Ltd.What is a DWG File?
What is a DWG File?
What is TrustedDWG®?
What is TrustedDWG®?
How to create and edit a DWG file
How to create and edit a DWG file
Open & Edit DWG Files with AutoCAD
Open & Edit DWG Files with AutoCAD
History and evolution of DWG files
History and evolution of DWG files
AutoCAD: Are you collaborating and comparing yet?
AutoCAD: Are you collaborating and comparing yet?
How do I view and review DWG files?
DWG files made using Autodesk software or based on RealDWG can be opened and viewed with a subscription to Autodesk software, including AutoCAD, AutoCAD LT, AutoCAD Web, Revit, and Inventor. Alternatively, you can use our DWG viewers, including Autodesk Viewer online, or DWG TrueView on Windows.
How can I edit DWG files online?
AutoCAD Web allows you to use AutoCAD on the web or on mobile to review and markup 2D or 3D DWG files, and create basic 2D drawings.
What is the difference between a DWG and DXF?
While DWG and DXF are both file formats for CAD software, DWG files are Autodesk’s proprietary format invented in 1982, and DXF is an open file format standard. Both file formats have similar functionality for storing 2D and 3D images, but DWG can store a wider array of files. Also, DWG’s binary code results in file sizes around 25% smaller than DXF files, which used text-based coding. Many designers use DWG when working, and then export to DXF to share their designs.
What programs edit .dwg files?
The most commonly used programs to edit .dwg files are Autodesk AutoCAD, AutoCAD LT, AutoCAD Web, Inventor, and Revit. There are also some non-Autodesk programs that can open DWG files and edit them.
How can I edit DWG files online?
You can edit DWG files online using AutoCAD Web. AutoCAD Web allows you to use AutoCAD in a web browser to edit, review and create DWG CAD files.
Can I use DWG files on mobile?
With AutoCAD Web, you can use AutoCAD on mobile to review and markup 2D or 3D DWG files, and create basic 2D drawings. Learn more.
How can I open DWG files for free?
Autodesk provides a set of free DWG viewers that can be used to view a range of CAD files (DXF, DWG, DWT, DXB, DGN, DWF) offline, on mobile, or directly in your web browser.
What if I only need file-viewing access?
For stakeholders who only need file-viewing access, we offer free viewers without a subscription. If you're transitioning to a named user, be sure to take advantage of the trade-in offers available to you.