Overview
Industry drafting software for precise 2D layouts, architectural details, and DXF output for laser/CNC.
Quick facts
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Best for
- 2D/3D CAD · drafting
- Typical output
- DXF, DWG, PDF
- Typical cost
- About $235/mo commercial (varies by plan)
Excellent for
- Technical 2D drawings and DXF for fabrication★★★★★
- Shop drawings with dimensioned tolerances★★★★★
- Teams already standardized on Autodesk★★★★★
Compatible with
Pros & cons
Pros
- ✔Technical 2D drawings and DXF for fabrication
- ✔Shop drawings with dimensioned tolerances
- ✔Teams already standardized on Autodesk
Creator & maker guides
Preparing artwork
- Work in formats suited for export: DXF, DWG, PDF
Resolution & export
No items yet.
Bleed & safe areas
No items yet.
Common mistakes
- Layer chaos that confuses laser importers
- Splines and blocks not exploded for simple CAM
- Unit mismatch between model space and export
Best practices
- 1Publish clean DXF with only cut geometry on dedicated layers.
- 2Audit units before sending to makers.
- 3Prefer Fusion for new organic 3D work unless your shop requires DWG.
Common mistakes
Layer chaos that confuses laser importers
Layer chaos that confuses laser importers
Splines and blocks not exploded for simple CAM
Splines and blocks not exploded for simple CAM
Unit mismatch between model space and export
Unit mismatch between model space and export
Troubleshooting
| Symptom | Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Layer chaos that confuses laser importers | See guides below for context | Review creator/maker tabs and troubleshooting table |
| Splines and blocks not exploded for simple CAM | See guides below for context | Review creator/maker tabs and troubleshooting table |
| Unit mismatch between model space and export | See guides below for context | Review creator/maker tabs and troubleshooting table |
Helpful tools
DPI & resolution calculator
SoonImage size calculator
SoonBleed generator
SoonAspect ratio calculator
SoonHeat press time & temperature
SoonSublimation wrap calculator
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