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Version history

AutoCAD Version 1.0 1.0 1 1982, December DWG R1.0 file format introduced
AutoCAD Version 1.2 1.2 2 1983, April DWG R1.2 file format introduced
AutoCAD Version 1.3 1.3 3 1983, August  
AutoCAD Version 1.4 1.4 4 1983, October DWG R1.4 file format introduced
AutoCAD Version 2.0 2.0 5 1984, October DWG R2.05 file format introduced
AutoCAD Version 2.1 2.1 6 1985, May DWG R2.1 file format introduced
AutoCAD Version 2.5 2.5 7 1986, June DWG R2.5 file format introduced
AutoCAD Version 2.6 2.6 8 1987, April DWG R2.6 file format introduced; last version to run without a math co-processor
AutoCAD Release 9 N/A 9 1987, September DWG R9 file format introduced
AutoCAD Release 10 N/A 10 1988, October DWG R10 file format introduced
AutoCAD Release 11 N/A 11 1990, October DWG R11 file format introduced
AutoCAD Release 12 N/A 12 1992, June DWG R11/R12 file format introduced; last release for Apple Macintosh
AutoCAD Release 13 N/A 13 1994, November DWG R13 file format introduced; last release for Unix, MS-DOS and Windows 3.11
AutoCAD Release 14 N/A 14 1997, February DWG R14 file format introduced
AutoCAD 2000 15.0 15 1999, March DWG 2000 file format introduced
AutoCAD 2000i 15.1 16 2000, July  
AutoCAD 2002 15.6 17 2001, June  
AutoCAD 2004 16.0 18 2003, March DWG 2004 file format introduced
AutoCAD 2005 16.1 19 2004, March  
AutoCAD 2006 16.2 20 2005, March  
AutoCAD 2007 17.0 21 2006, March DWG 2007 file format introduced
AutoCAD 2008 17.1 22 2007, March first release available for the x86-64 windows version of XP and Vista
AutoCAD 2009 17.2 23 2008, March  
AutoCAD 2010 18.0 24 2009, March 24 DWG 2010 file format introduced; introduction of parametrics and two 3D modeling topologies: mesh based and solid modeling

AutoCAD is a CAD (Computer Aided Design or Computer Aided Drafting) software application for 2D and 3D design and drafting, developed and sold by Autodesk, Inc. Initially released in late 1982, AutoCAD was one of the first CAD programs to run on personal computers, and notably the IBM PC. Most CAD software at the time ran on graphics terminals connected to mainframe computers or mini-computers.

In earlier releases, AutoCAD used primitive entities — such as lines, polylines, circles, arcs, and text — as the foundation for more complex objects. Since the mid-1990s, AutoCAD has supported custom objects through its C++ API. Modern AutoCAD includes a full set of basic solid modeling and 3D tools. With the release of AutoCAD 2007 came improved 3D modeling functionality, which meant better navigation when working in 3D. Moreover, it became easier to edit 3D models. The mental ray engine was included in rendering, it was now possible to do quality renderings. AutoCAD 2010 introduced parametric functionality and mesh modeling.

AutoCAD supports a number of application programming interfaces (APIs) for customization and automation. These include AutoLISP, Visual LISP, VBA, .NET and ObjectARX. ObjectARX is a C++ class library, which was also the base for products extending AutoCAD functionality to specific fields, to create products such as AutoCAD Architecture, AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD Civil 3D, or third-party AutoCAD-based applications.

AutoCAD currently runs exclusively on Microsoft Windows desktop operating systems. Versions for Unix and Mac OS were released in the 1980s and 1990s, but these were later dropped. AutoCAD can run on an emulator or compatibility layer like VMware Workstation or Wine, albeit subject to various performance issues that can often arise when working with 3D objects or large drawings.

AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT are available for English,German, French, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, Russian, Czech, Polish, Hungarian, Brazilian Portuguese, Danish, Dutch, Swedish, Finnish, Norwegian and Vietnamese. The extent of localization varies from full translation of the product to documentation only.


Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) is an American multinational corporation that focuses on 2D and 3D design software for use in architecture, engineering and building construction, manufacturing, and media and entertainment. Autodesk was founded in 1982 by John Walker, a coauthor of early versions of the company's flagship CAD software product AutoCAD, and twelve others. It is headquartered in San Rafael, California.

Autodesk has arguably become best-known due to its flagship computer-aided design software AutoCAD. Today, Autodesk is the world's largest design software company, with more than 9 million users throughout the world, and the company was recently named number 25 on Fast Company's list of "The World's 50 Most Innovative Companies."

Autodesk has developed a broad portfolio of digital prototyping solutions to help users visualize, simulate, and analyze real-world performance throughout the design process. The company also provides digital media creation and management software across all media and entertainment disciplines, from film and television visual effects, color grading, and editing to animation, game development, and design visualization。