Essential, dependable features for 2D design and documentation that save you time and help you work more efficiently.
Connected Support Files
NewDefine project-aware support files/settings in Autodesk Docs, enabling teams to view/edit DWGs without configuring individual users or setups.
Learn moreSmart Blocks: Search and Convert
EnhancedEasily find and convert objects in your drawings with Autodesk AI, creating new, existing, or recently used blocks for efficiency.
Learn moreMuti-User Markup for AutoCAD on the web (Early Access)
NewCollect and share feedback directly using intuitive Autodesk Docs markup tools—now available in early access with AutoCAD on the web.
Learn moreActivity Insights
EnhancedMonitor version history and multi-user activity with detailed logs and file comparison, supported for files on third-party cloud storage.
Learn moreArcGIS® Basemaps
EnhancedEnhance site plans with ArcGIS® Basemaps: use satellite and aerial imagery, OpenStreetMaps, and Streets in various map styles.
Learn moreCount
EnhancedEasily count block/object instances in a selected area or entire drawing, filter by properties, and display counts with fields and tables.
Learn moreFloating windows
EnhancedUse separate drawing windows arranged side by side or across monitors in the same AutoCAD LT instance.
Learn moreHatch
EnhancedEnhance design clarity using HATCH. Apply textures with patterns, fills, and paths — no need for preset shapes or enclosed borders.
Learn moreTrace
EnhancedUse TRACE in AutoCAD LT to add feedback and markups without modifying your original drawings.
Learn moreSheet Set Manager
EnhancedEasily manage sheet sets with AutoCAD LT. Share and open sheet sets on Autodesk cloud quickly and safely.
Learn moreAutodesk Assistant
EnhancedAccess helpful support and solutions related to AutoCAD LT features and your design challenges.
Learn moreSave to web and mobile
Save drawings from your desktop to view and edit on the AutoCAD web and mobile apps, xrefs included.
Shared views
Publish design views of your drawing in a web browser for viewing and commenting.
Start tab
The AutoCAD LT Start tab lets you easily access files and other helpful content directly from the home screen.
Ribbon tabs and panels
Access your favorite tools easily when you need them with the AutoCAD LT ribbon.
Tool palettes
Easily access your most frequently used content and tools with customizable tool palettes.
Command line
Launch commands and respond to prompts quickly using simple keystrokes, right at the command line.
Object and layer transparency
Control the transparency for selected objects or for all objects on a layer.
Associative arrays
Create and modify objects in circular or rectangular patterns, or along a path.
Object selection and isolation
Find and select all objects that match the properties of an object. Hide or unhide the selected objects.
Text formatting
Create single or multiline text (mtext) as a single text object. Format the text, columns, and boundaries.
Smart dimensioning
Create dimensions automatically. Pass the cursor over selected objects to get a preview before you create it.
Leaders
Create leaders with a variety of content, including text or blocks. Easily format leader lines and define styles.
Smart centerlines and center marks
Create and edit centerlines and center marks that automatically move when you move the associated objects.
Tables
Create tables with data and symbols in rows and columns, apply formulas, and link to a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet.
Revision clouds
Draw revision clouds around new changes in a drawing to quickly identify your updates.
Layouts
Specify the size of your drawing sheet, add a title block, and display multiple views of your model.
Layout viewports
Create layout viewports to display different elements of your design at varying scales.
Fields
Use fields in text objects to display text that can be updated automatically as the field value changes.
Data linking
Enable simultaneous updates by creating a live link between a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet and a table in your drawing.
PDF and DGN import/export/underlay
Share and reuse data from PDF and DGN files by importing, exporting, or attaching them as underlays.
DWG and image references
Attach drawings and images to your current drawing as externally referenced files.
Geographic location and online maps
Insert geographic location information into a drawing and display a map in the drawing from an online map service.
AutoLISP
Use AutoLISP in AutoCAD LT to streamline workflows and enforce CAD standards through automation. Supports file types LSP, FAS, and VLX.
Learn moreTrustedDWG technology
TrustedDWG technology lets you know of a possible incompatibility when a file was not last saved by an Autodesk software product.
CUI customization
Customize the user interface to improve accessibility and reduce the number of steps for frequent tasks.
Autodesk Access
Get alerts and install software updates without disrupting your workflow. View tutorials about new features.
System requirements for AutoCAD LT 2026 (Windows)
| Operating System | 64-bit Microsoft® Windows® 11 or Windows 10 version. See Autodesk's Product Support Lifecycle for support information. |
| Processor | Basic: 2.5–2.9 GHz processor (base) Recommended: 3+ GHz processor (base), 4+ GHz (turbo) |
| Memory | Basic: 8 GB Recommended: 16 GB |
| Display Resolution | Conventional Displays: 1920 x 1080 with True Color High Resolution & 4K Displays: Resolutions up to 3840 x 2160 (with capable display card) |
| Display Card | Basic: 1 GB GPU with 29 GB/s Bandwidth and DirectX 11 compliant Recommended: 4 GB GPU with 106 GB/s Bandwidth and DirectX 12 compliant DirectX 12 with Feature Level 12_0 is required for Shaded (Fast), Shaded with edges (Fast), and Wireframe (Fast) visual styles. Please be sure to use the latest drivers from the video card manufacturer's website. |
| Disk Space | 10.0 GB (suggested SSD) |
| Pointing Device | MS-Mouse compliant |
| .NET Framework | .NET 8 |
System requirements for AutoCAD LT 2026 for Mac
| Operating System | Apple® macOS® Sequoia v15 Apple macOS Sonoma v14 Apple macOS Ventura v13 |
| Model | Apple Mac® computers compatible with macOS Ventura or above Apple Mac models supporting Metal Graphics Engine |
| CPU Type | 64-bit Intel CPU Apple M series CPU |
| Memory | Basic: 8 GB Recommended : 16 GB or higher |
| Display Resolution | Basic: 1280 x 800 display High Resolution: 2880 x 1800 with Retina Display |
| Disk Space | 8 GB free disk space for download and installation |
| Pointing Device | Apple-compliant Mouse, Apple-compliant Trackpad, Microsoft-compliant mouse |
| Display Card | Recommended: Mac native installed graphics cards |
| Disk Format | APFS, APFS(Encrypted), Mac OS Extended (Journaled), Mac OS Extended (Journaled, Encrypted) |
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