DraftSight

Create, edit, annotate, and review 2D geometry in DWG/DXF files

Load and use LISP code (including AutoLISP and Visual LISP) to automate repetitive/tedious tasks

Left-click and drag across geometry using Power Trim to automatically trim to the nearest intersection

• Application Programming Interface (API)
• Macro Recording

Develop a library of reusable features such as blocks and notes, which can be added to drawings with a simple drag and drop

Reuse existing AutoCAD LISP routines, user interface and line type customization files, and drawing templates to avoid extra rework

• Mechanical Toolbox
• Batch Printing
• Pattern Along a Path
• Automatic Trim Dimension Extension Lines
• Thumbwheel on the Dimension Palette
• Right Click to Select Arrow Heads
• Split Dimension
• Auto-Completion Commands
• Arrow Key Nudging Entities
• Quick Input Methods
• Curved Text
• Spiral and Helix
• Using Formulas in Table Cells
• Viewport Layer Freezing
• Block Attribute Manager
• G-Code Generator
• Predefined Layer Support
• Dimension Snap Offset Distances
• Dimension – Auto-Placing with Widgets
• Drawing Compare (PC version only)
• Image Tracer (PC version only)

3DEXPERIENCE Marketplace Integration
3D Content Central Integration
3DEXPERIENCE, GEOVIA, DELMIA, SOLIDWORKS Electrical, SOLIDWORKS PDM Connectors
DGN Import / Convert and Underlay
AutoCAD Dynamic Blocks Support
HomeByMe Integration (PC version only)

Easily import PDF documents into DraftSight to convert into DWG files for revision, editing, and design.

Import and use dynamic blocks created within AutoCAD while retaining configurability, or create your own in DraftSight (known as Custom Blocks)

Organize drawings into subsets for simplified management and publication

Create and maintain geometric relationships between sketch entities and define driving dimensions for geometry

3D Tools
Constraints

Take advantage of a dedicated team of DraftSight technical specialists at Hawk Ridge Systems for any issues involving installation, usage, etc.

Share licenses between multiple users and own the software indefinitely without a required annual fee

Create frames to automatically scale drawing views on the desired sheets completed with Title Blocks that automatically populate with part properties.Create frames to automatically scale drawing views on the desired sheets completed with Title Blocks that automatically populate with part properties.

Create BOMs that automatically list the components in your drawing with information such as part number, quantity, and material.

Access blocks for common hardware through the built-in library, including nuts, bolts, and washers across a variety of international standards.

Annotate your drawings with surface finish and weld symbols, as well as balloon annotations containing custom properties derived from the parts list.

Create assembly DWG drawings complete with part references that automatically update with changes to the underlying components.