nanoCAD v.5
Free CAD software
nanoCAD Free offers a familiar interface with native DWG support. This easy-to-use free CAD software, being a legacy version 5 of the platform, is suitable for both individual and business use on non-profit projects. Registration and yearly license renewal are entirely free.
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What you get with our free CAD software
Native DWG
The world's most popular file format for technical documentation - DWG - is the nanoCAD Free native file format. Project created and saved as *.dwg file could be
easily opened and edited in any CAD application supporting *.dwg.*nanoCAD Free is an older version of the nanoCAD family, so it does not support the latest versions of the DWG format.
Classic User Interface
Any engineer could easily master nanoCAD Free since everything is in their right places: menu, button icons, panels, command line, and the commands themselves
are easily recognizable. This makes nanoCAD Free easy to migrate to since the enterprise needs no time to retrain its engineers.
Fundamental tool set
nanoCAD Free includes all necessary tools for creating and editing 2D/3D objects, texts, tables. Reusable blocks and references to external drawings simplify and speed
up the drawing process. Advanced dimensioning features enable you to create any kind of dimension by several means.
Open API
nanoCAD Free has a traditional CAD application programming interface (API) that allows developing independent nanoCAD based applications and
additional automation modules.
Comprehensive Tool Set for 2D Drawing and 3D Viewing
nanoCAD Free is the first step to automate your design process. It is free with limited functionality, but enough to support businesses and individuals in their non-commercial projects. To extend the functionality you can always upgrade to nanoCAD Platform and enjoy the full tool set to lead your industry.
Over 450 commands
Access over 450 familiar commands through menus, toolbars, command line, or macros/scripts for an efficiency boost.
Sufficient 2D toolset
Use versatile 2D primitive creation/editing commands and optimized geometry tools with minimal mouse clicks.
Layers at their best
Enhance your document management with layered organization for streamlined creation, editing, and visibility.
Drawings are safe
Safely open DWG files wtih Audit, Recover and Purge commands for error checks, file repairs, and size reduction, even
from alternative CAD systems.
Advances document handling
Customize text formatting and styles with advanced annotation tools, including a Multiline Text command and a Search
& Replace feature for quick search.
Multiple types of dimensions
Create linear, radial, angular, and arc dimensions, and translate graphics data into a table form. Import and export any
table data to automate geometry calculations.
What else is about nanoCAD Free
Quick move from Autocad
Its classic interface is efficient and intuitive with command set and UI that are familiar to users of similar CAD applications. Anyone with AutoCAD experience will feel at home using nanoCAD, right from the start.
Vast global user community
nanoCAD Free's simplicity and efficiency have enabled engineers and designers worldwide to create their own designs and collaborate seamlessly with others through interaction with alternative CAD systems, benefiting..
C++/C# API
nanoCAD Free has several types of APIs for building CAD applications on top of its core functionality. NRX is a C++ and .NET API very similar to AutoCAD’s ARX. It allows the translation of AutoCAD-based apps to nanoCAD with ease.
Easy upgrade to nanoCAD 24
With just a few steps, you can seamlessly transition to the latest and most powerful features, making it the perfect choice for individuals and businesses looking to take their design capabilities to the next level. Say goodbye to limitations..