Autocad LT
The essential drafting tool
AutoCAD LT® 2D CAD software helps you create 2D drawings faster and with more precision. Available for Windows and Mac. Includes AutoCAD 360 Pro.
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What’s new
Enhanced support
Get priority, technical support by phone or chat, faster response times, and more. Enhanced support is included with your subscription.
Import PDF files
Import the geometry from a PDF file into your drawing as an AutoCAD object.
Share design views
Share your drawings in the cloud. Stakeholders can view, but not edit, your source file, and they don’t need a login.
Why AutoCAD LT?
Productivity
Smarter 2D drafting tools minimize repetitive tasks and help you work more quickly and efficiently.
Compatibility
With TrustedDWG™ technology, files are compatible with other Autodesk software and support data fidelity.
Reliability
AutoCAD LT is based on AutoCAD technology, a design platform trusted by millions of professionals for more than 30 years.
Expert advice & learning
AutoCAD LT tutorials (YouTube)
Get started by watching online tutorials.
Knowledge Network
Find support and information to get the most out of AutoCAD LT.
Autodesk University
Check out the premier learning site for Autodesk customers worldwide.
Lynn Allen’s Tips & Tricks
Get a tips & tricks booklet and videos on using AutoCAD, most of which is applicable to AutoCAD LT.
AutoCAD LT Forums
Get answers and share your expertise.-
Shortcut keys
Boost your productivity with 150+ AutoCAD LT keyboard shortcuts.
AutoCAD 360 Pro
View, create, edit, and share DWG drawings using your smartphone or tablet. Included with your subscription.
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Get all the information you need to make an easy decision about moving to AutoCAD or AutoCAD LT 2017.
CAD Manager Center
Stay connected on the latest tips, tricks, advice and strategies for CAD Managers.
What AutoCAD LT users are saying
Nteractive: Manage large corporate events
See how Nteractive manages very large, complex projects with AutoCAD LT.
“With the different venues, subcontractors, and number of people that are touching the files we’re handling, the TrustedDWG™ file format allows us to know…that it’s accurate.”
—Matt Brownfield, Director, Nteractive
Mobile apps
AutoCAD 360 Pro
Download the official AutoCAD mobile app with essential CAD tools for on-the-go work.
A360 Team
Work together efficiently on a centralized cloud platform.
Features
Document your 2D CAD drawings with precision
Create 2D CAD drawings with AutoCAD LT® drafting software. Enhanced support is included with your subscription at no extra cost. Explore AutoCAD LT features.
Stunning Visual Experience
See your drawings more clearly.
Enhanced PDFs
PDFs are smaller, responsive, and more searchable.
Smart Dimensioning
Create measurements based on your drawing context.
Sysvar monitor
Prevent unwanted changes to your system preferences.
Design feed
Work on an intranet, Internet, or cloud connection.
TrustedDWG technology
Maintain and preserve drawings with TrustedDWG™.
Refined interface
A modernized interface that improves the design process.
AutoCAD LT 2016 for Mac
New features include XREF path mapping, select Express tools, and PDF enhancements.
Enhanced support
Priority tech support by phone or chat, and more.
Import PDF files
PDFs have been added to the Import File formats.
Share design views
Publish your 2D CAD drawings to the cloud.
Autodesk desktop app
Manage all your software updates with a single app.
Smart centerlines and center marks
Create and edit them quickly and more intutitively.
Migration tool enhancements
Easily migrate your custom settings and files.
Resizable dialog boxes
View more information in dialog boxes with less scrolling.
AutoCAD 360 Pro
View, create, edit, and share DWG™ drawings on mobile devices. Included when you subscribe.
System requirements for AutoCAD for Mac
AutoCAD for Mac 2016 System Requirements
– Apple® Mac® OS® X v10.11 or later (El Capitan); OS X v10.10 or later (Yosemite); OS X v10.9 or later (Mavericks)
– Apple Mac Pro® 4,1 or later (Mac Pro® 6,1 or later recommended); MacBook® Pro 5,1 or later (MacBook Pro 10,1 with Retina Display or later recommended); iMac® 8.1 or later (iMac 11.1 or later recommended); Mac Mini® 3.1 or later (Mac Mini 4.1 or later recommended); MacBook Air® 2.1 or later; MacBook 5.1 or later (MacBook 7.1 or later recommended)
– 64-bit Intel CPU (Intel Core Duo CPU, 2 GHz or faster, recommended)
– 3 GB of RAM (4 GB or above recommended)
– 3 GB free disk space for download and installation (4 GB or above recommended)
– All graphics cards on supported hardware
– 1280 x 800 display with true color (2880 x 1800 with Retina Display recommended)
– Apple Safari 5.0 or later
– All Mac OS X supported language operating systems
– Apple® Mouse, Apple Magic Mouse, Magic Trackpad, MacBook® Pro trackpad, or Microsoft-compliant mouse.
– Download and installation from DVD
– Mac OS X-compliant printer
System requirements for AutoCAD LT 2017
| System requirements for AutoCAD LT 2017 | |
|---|---|
| Operating System |
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| CPU Type | 1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor |
| Memory | 2 GB (4 GB recommended) |
| Display Resolution | 1360×768 (1600×1050 or higher recommended) with True Color. 125% Desktop Scaling (120 DPI) or less recommended.For AutoCAD LT 2017 Update 1:Conventional Displays: 1360×768 (1920×1080 recommended) with True Color High Resolution & 4K Displays: |
| Display Card | Windows display adapter capable of 1360×768 with True Color capabilities and DirectX® 9 ¹. DirectX 11 compliant card recommended.
For AutoCAD LT 2017 Update 1: High Resolution & 4K Displays: |
| Disk Space | Installation 4.0 GB |
| Pointing Device | MS-Mouse compliant |
| Digitizer | WINTAB support |
| Media (DVD) | Download and installation from DVD |
| Browser | Windows Internet Explorer® 9.0 (or later) |
| .NET Framework | .NET Framework Version 4.6 |
| ToolClips Media Player | Adobe Flash Player v10 or up |
| Additional Requirements for Large Datasets | 64-bit Operating Systems are recommended if you are working with Large Datasets. |
