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Does DraftSight Have Visual LISP Support?

By DraftSight May 8, 2024
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Does DraftSight Have Visual LISP Support?

Have you ever wondered if DraftSight supports Visual LISP (VLISP)? Well, wonder no more. The answer is a resounding yes! This feature has been part of DraftSight for some time, allowing users to run Visual LISP routines directly without needing … Continued

What are Hatch Patterns in CAD?

By DraftSight April 30, 2024
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What are Hatch Patterns in CAD?

Hatch patterns in CAD play an important role in architectural and mechanical drawings as they can be used to identify and locate different types of materials, objects and space, to show materials used, surface qualities, or add realism to a … Continued

Explore Easier Dimensioning with DraftSight’s AutoDimension

By DraftSight April 25, 2024
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Explore Easier Dimensioning with DraftSight’s AutoDimension

An Introduction to DraftSight’s AutoDimension What is Auto Dimensioning in 2D CAD? In the world of computer-aided design (CAD), precision is everything. Whether you’re laying out a complex machine part or detailing the intricacies of a new product, the accuracy … Continued

DraftSight Mechanical: A CAD Revolution for Mechanical Design

By DraftSight April 18, 2024
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DraftSight Mechanical: A CAD Revolution for Mechanical Design

DraftSight Mechanical is a significant addition to the DraftSight portfolio, tailored to professionals who work with mechanical entities and objects in DWG format. This innovative solution boasts a familiar user interface, ensuring an easy transition for users, and it supports … Continued

DraftSight CAD Image Tracer

By DraftSight April 5, 2024
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DraftSight CAD Image Tracer

DraftSight’s Image Tracer automatically converts raster images – BMP, PNG, PDF, and JPG formats – into accurate and editable vector graphics.

Enhancing External References with DraftSight’s New Feature: Attaching Multiple Xrefs at Once

By Jack Lane March 4, 2024
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Enhancing External References with DraftSight’s New Feature: Attaching Multiple Xrefs at Once

As DraftSight is a powerful DWG creation and editing tool, we’ve added some great time-saving functionality to its ability to manage external references. For those of you who are not familiar, external references establish a link to another drawing file, … Continued

Mastering Custom Blocks in DraftSight: On-Demand Webinar

By DraftSight February 24, 2024
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Mastering Custom Blocks in DraftSight: On-Demand Webinar

DraftSight application engineer Brian Vanasse recently presented an on-demand webinar introducing DraftSight’s custom blocks and demonstrating their use and creation. We’re going to share a few of the more interesting tidbits from the webinar, but encourage you to watch the … Continued

Unlocking Efficiency with DraftSight’s Data Link Manager Feature

By Jack Lane December 16, 2023
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Unlocking Efficiency with DraftSight’s Data Link Manager Feature

In the realm of computer-aided design software, DraftSight has been a prominent name catering to the needs of designers, engineers, architects, and professionals across various industries. Its robust suite of tools continuously evolves with the introduction of a standout feature … Continued

A Guide to DraftSight 2024’s Layers Manager Palette

By Brian Vanasse November 21, 2023
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A Guide to DraftSight 2024’s Layers Manager Palette

In the world of 2D CAD design, efficient organization and management are paramount. Designing intricate structures, drafting precise schematics, and creating architectural wonders require accurate management of the entities within a drawing. So, managing your layers becomes a critical task.  … Continued

An Inside Look at DraftSight 2024’s Tool Palettes

By Jack Lane November 13, 2023
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An Inside Look at DraftSight 2024’s Tool Palettes

Today we’re kicking off our DraftSight 2024 blog series where we’re breaking down all the new features introduced in DraftSight’s latest release. In the upcoming posts, we’re getting into the details of the new tools and capabilities that will boost … Continued

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