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AutoCAD LT vs AutoCAD
Pricing
Monthly
Annual
3 year
Overview
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Cost-effective 2D CAD software for drafting, drawing, and documentation.
Software for 2D and 3D CAD. Subscription includes AutoCAD, specialized toolsets, and apps.
Documentation
Xref compare
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Smart annotation tools
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Dimensioning, hatching, revision clouds
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TrustedDWG™ file validation
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Print batches of drawings
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Create reusable block libraries
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Detect and comply with CAD standards
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Tracked changes within drawings
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Collaboration
Import and convert PDFs
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Export blocks to Inventor, BIM 360
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Integrate coordinated BIM models
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Import/export drawings to BIM 360, Inventor
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Import/export from Revit, Fusion 360
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Attach, edit, display point clouds
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APIs and automation
Create custom keystroke commands
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Edit multiple object properties
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AutoLISP programming and automation
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Visual LISP functionality
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Visual Basic applications
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Record repetitive keystroke sequences
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Industry-specific object libraries
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Macros
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Architecture design
Design walls, doors, windows
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Floor plans, sections, elevations
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Create geometry from floor plans
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Automate with the Architecture toolset
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8,500+ intelligent architectural objects
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Supports AIA 2nd edition layer standards
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BS1192 DIN 276, ISYBAU Long Format
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ISYBAU Short Format, and STLB
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Mechanical design
Design parts, assemblies, products
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Intelligent tool palletes
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Import external CAD geometry
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Automate bills of materials creation
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Automate part updates
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Assign parametric constraints for parts
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Object materials and mass properties
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700,000+ intelligent manufacturing parts
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ISO, ANSI, DIN, JIS, BSI, CSN, and GB support
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Map 3D toolset
Incorporate GIS topology
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Create, maintain CAD, GIS data
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Aggregate GIS data with design data
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Access spatial data in multiple sources
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Electric N. Amer./Europe data schemas
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Reports for water, wastewater, and gas
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Create geometries from geomap data
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Insert geomapping data
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Electrical design
Create panel layouts, schematic diagrams
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Organize in a project-based structure
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Use consistent project standards
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Wiring diagram error checking
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65,000+ intelligent electrical symbols
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AS, GB, IEC, JIC, and IEEE standards
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Mechanical, electrical, piping
Accurate MEP documentation
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Create MEP drawings
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MEP, HVAC symbol libraries
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10,500+ intelligent MEP objects
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Support AIA 2nd ed., BS1192 Descriptive
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Support BS1192 – AUG Version 2 standards
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Piping parts alignment
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Calculate forces on parts, objects
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Materials reports
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Plant 3D
Create schematic diagrams, plant layouts
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Create, maintain plant design drawings
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Automate P&IDs
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Share isometrics, orthographics reports
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Materials reports
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400+ intelligent plant objects
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Includes equipment, support templates
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Structural members to support 40 standards
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User interface
Customize menu and ribbon interfaces
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Edit geometry in content sensitive ribbons
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Identify, place blocks from library
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Edit, print logical drawing sets
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Import, edit, and create CAD blocks
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Quick access recent or favorite blocks
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Graphics
Enhanced 2D smoothing and line displays
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Convert to DWG objects
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Assign objects to layers with colors
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High quality 3D graphics rotation/panning
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Realistic, conceptual 3D geometric views
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Create professional renderings
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Creation and detailing of concepts
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Edit scans with raster and vector tools
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Compatible for 3D printing
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Cloud and mobility
AutoCAD mobile app
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AutoCAD web app
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Access, view, or edit remotely
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Annotate dwg files in airplane mode
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Publish, share, and collaborate online
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Works with popular cloud services
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Cohesive user experience
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Support and stability
Automate updates and notifications
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Easily install service packs/updates
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Enjoy certified hardware support
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Availability of dedicated phone support
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Extensive user community
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Guides, tutorials, and training center
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Access to releases from prior years
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Customize installs for your company
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System requirements
Processor
2.5-3+ GHz
2.5-3+ GHz
Microsoft® Windows
10, 64-bit
10, 64-bit
Apple® macOS
10.14 and above
Big Sur v11, Windows 10 on Mac*
*Windows required for all AutoCAD toolsets
Linux
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Disk space
9-16 GB
9-16 GB
RAM
8-16 GB
8-16 GB
Video graphics card
DirectX 11 capable
DirectX 11 capable
Browsers
Chrome
Chrome
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