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The Best Online CAD Software (Most Are Free)

Check out our picks of the best online CAD software available now for CAD drawing in your browser. Most of them are free.

by Shawn Frey
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SketchUp Models Free Download: The Best Sites

Speed up your sketching process! Check out our picks for the top websites to download SketchUp models for free!

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Free CAD Blocks: The 15 Best Sites

Looking for free CAD blocks? Check out our selection of the best sites to download CAD blocks for free, with a variety of formats available.

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Gotta Hatch 'Em All
AutoCAD Hatch: Commands, Patterns, & More

If you want to make your AutoCAD drawings stand out, you might want to use hatching. Read on to find out all about AutoCAD hatch patterns!

by Cindy Dyment
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Beyond Pencil and Paper
AutoCAD 3D Drawing: All You Need to Get Started

Ever wondered what else you could do with AutoCAD aside 2D drafting? Read along to learn about AutoCAD's 3D drawing capabilities.

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The Best Free CAD Software for Mac

It's never been easier to find free CAD software for Mac. Discover tools for everything, from sculpting to parametric 3D modeling!

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3MF 2 1 STL
3MF to STL: How to Convert 3MF Files to STL

Whatever your reason, we've got the answers on how to convert 3MF to STL file format. Read on for two easy solutions!

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The World in Your Hand
Terrain to STL – How to Convert Terrain into an STL File

A 3D model of terrain can serve as an interesting display piece or an aid for architects or designers. Dive into this guide to learn how to convert terrain to STL models for 3D printing.

by Darko Izgarevic
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A Hard Act to Follow
Blender Hard-Surface Modeling: 8 Best Tutorials & Guides

To get started with Blender hard-surface modeling capabilities, we've gathered the best guides to show you the way. Read on to learn more!

by Lauren Fuentes
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The Best SketchUp Plug-ins of 2024

SketchUp is a powerful tool for 3D modeling. But even the best can get better. Check out our selection of the best SketchUp plug-ins.

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Solid Edge 2D Drafting: All You Need to Know

Solid Edge 2D Drafting is a great CAD program that's easy on the pocketbook and also AutoCAD compatible. Read on to learn all about it!

by Lauren Fuentes
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If It's Solid, It's Good!
Solid Edge vs SolidWorks: The Differences

SolidWorks vs. Solid Edge is a tough choice, especially as they have more than their names in common. Read on to learn the differences!

by Lauren Fuentes
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Microsoft 3D Viewer: All You Need to Know

Microsoft 3D Viewer is a simple application with some powerful functionality. Read on to learn if this tool is right for you!

by Jackson Moody
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The Best 2D CAD Software (Some Are Free)

2D CAD software is extremely helpful in the design process. Read on to learn about the best tools and their features!

by Lauren Fuentes
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2D CAD for Keeps
DraftSight 2024: Free Download of the Full Version

Looking for a full version of DraftSight 2024 to download for free? Check out our article to see what your options are.

by Tyler Koslow
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SolidWorks Surface Modeling: How to Get Started

Expand your skill set with this simple overview of a complex design method: SolidWorks surface modeling (also called surfacing).

by Ofir Galiki
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The Most Common CAD File Formats for 3D Models

CAD file formats number in the hundreds. Start creating now with the most popular and most common CAD file formats for 3D models!

by Melanie Griffin
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The Best CAD Software

Looking for computer-aided design (CAD) software to get your job done? Check out our expert guide to find the best option for your professional needs whether you're an architect, design, or engineer.

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From SolidWorks to Solid Prints
How to Convert SLDPRT Files to STL

Converting SLDPRT to STL can be difficult if you don't have the right tools. Read on for a few ways to make the conversion!

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PCB for Free?
The Best Free PCB Design Software

Designing and making your own PCBs has never been easier. Check out our selection of the best free PCB design software to get you started!

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