AutoCAD vs AutoCAD LT

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Compare the features of AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT, and learn which CAD software is the right solution for your design workflow.

AutoCAD LT

AutoCAD

Overview

AutoCAD vs
AutoCAD LT

Cost-effective 2D CAD software for drafting, drawing, and documentation

Software for 2D and 3D CAD. Subscription includes AutoCAD, specialized toolsets, and apps.

2D manufacturing drawings

Geometric dimensions & tolerances (GD+T) standards

Print batches of drawings

Print batches of multiple product drawings

Batch plot to PDF(s) in AutoCAD on the web

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Smart annotation tools

Detect and comply with CAD standards

Compatible for 3D printing

Architecture Drafting Standards

Administrative tools

User management

File export

Version control

Work with non-native data

Create reusable block libraries

AnyCAD

Detailed concept renderings

3D graphics rotation/panning

Advanced geometric views

Edit scans with raster and vector tools

Shape generator

Sketching

Assembly modeling

Mechanical concept and layout design

Mesh modeling

Surface modeling

Parametric modeling

Tube and pipe design

Direct modeling

Component generators and calculators

Unlimited access

Import, export models

Shared view collaboration

User management

Global share

Commenting + redlining

Public/private design sharing

Team participant

Import, export blocks

Import, export drawings

Import and convert PDFs

Attach, edit, display point clouds

Machine learning & AI

Industry-specific object libraries

AutoLISP programming and automation

ActiveX/COM automation

ObjectARX and managed .NET libraries

Visual LISP Integrated Development Environment (IDE) for AutoLISP

Visual Basic applications

AutoLISP API for AutoCAD on the web

Manufacturing methods & constraints

Create custom keystroke command aliases

Record repetitive keystroke sequences

Macros

Access to the Autodesk App Store

Customize menu and ribbon interfaces

Content sensitive ribbons

Cohesive user experience

Block library

Edit, print logical drawing sets

Import, edit, and create CAD blocks

Quick access recent or favorite blocks

Mechanical toolset

Architecture toolset

Map 3D toolset

MEP toolset

Plant 3D toolset

Electrical toolset

Raster design toolset

Design parts, assemblies, products

Intelligent tool palletes

Import external CAD geometry

Automate part updates

Assign parametric constraints for parts

Object materials and mass properties

Automate bills of materials creation

700,000+ intelligent manufacturing parts

Create panel layouts, schematic diagrams

Schematic capture

Use consistent project standards

Organize in a project-based structure

Wiring diagram error checking

65,000+ intelligent electrical symbols

BIM interoperability

Assign objects to layers with colors

TrustedDWG™ file validation

Integrate coordinated BIM models

Model-based definition

Access, view, or edit remotely

Publish, share, and collaborate online

Works with popular cloud services

Web app

Mobile app

Annotate dwg files in airplane mode

Automate updates and notifications

Includes service packs, updates

Certified hardware support

Available dedicated phone support

Extensive user community

Guides, tutorials, and training center

Customize installs for your company

Access to releases from prior years

Microsoft Windows 10, 64-bit

Apple macOS 10.15 and above

2.5-3+ GHz processor

Disk space 9-16 GB

Memory 8-16 GB

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