AutoCAD 2017 launched with enhanced usability and design features

Autodesk the 3D design technology company, has announced the availability of AutoCAD 2017, the latest release of its computer-aided design (CAD) applications. The latest release lets users work across connected desktop and mobile solutions, collaborate with colleagues, create personalised design experiences, and stay up-to-date with the newest features and updates. AutoCAD 360 Pro, a mobile app that lets users use AutoCAD on the go, is also included in the subscription for AutoCAD 2017. Users also get to share their work with TrustedDWG technology. “With AutoCAD 2017, we have addressed various user functionality requests and delivered features that improve everything from workflows to graphics processing.” said Pankaj Gauba, Country Manager - Channels, Autodesk, India and SAARC. “We have over 10 million users of AutoCAD globally and they will also be benefitted by the numerous enhancements that we have added in the latest version, like improvements to PDF handling features, new features like ‘smart centerlines’ and availability of Autodesk Desktop app.” He further added, “AutoCAD 2017 aligns with our transformational strategy of cloud subscription and we have ensured that users who subscribe to the latest version, are able to avail additional benefits like AutoCAD 360 Pro and Autodesk Desktop App.” As part of updated features for the 2017 release, PDFs have been added to the supported ‘Import File’ formats. Now users can import geometry, TrueType text and raster images from a PDF file or underlay into the current drawing as AutoCAD objects. Also, when users move associated objects, the centerlines and center marks update accordingly. Product updates and learning content are seamlessly delivered to help users get the most out of new features with Autodesk Desktop App, a companion application that replaces Autodesk Application Manager. Users will also get the latest security patches and updates for all 2015, 2016, and 2017 versions of Microsoft Windows-based Autodesk products. It is subscription-aware, offering subscription-only updates and learning content for products under subscription.