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An Introduction to DraftSight

By DraftSight February 24, 2022
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An Introduction to DraftSight

Learn how DraftSight has the productivity tools, functionalities, and file compatibilities you need to create, edit, view, and markup 2D or 3D DWG files with speed and efficiency.

DraftSight Does a Better Job at Importing PDF Files

By Lynn Allen August 12, 2021
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DraftSight Does a Better Job at Importing PDF Files

By now, you may have heard me refer to DraftSight being a fraternal twin with AutoCAD®. They’re not exactly the same but are extremely similar. And, just like human fraternal twins, one might be better at something than the other … Continued

Which DraftSight Version is Right for You?

By Lynn Allen July 28, 2021
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Which DraftSight Version is Right for You?

Hopefully, by now you’ve downloaded DraftSight to take it for a 30-day free spin. If not, what are you waiting for? The trial that you download is the Premium version. You may be wondering what that means, exactly, and what … Continued

Freedom of Choice – DraftSight Gives you Affordable Product Options

By DraftSight April 28, 2021
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Freedom of Choice – DraftSight Gives you Affordable Product Options

One reason DraftSight® has become one of the top five CAD products (by seat count) is that when it comes to drawing technology, one size does not fit all. AutoCAD® is the industry leader, and it comes with 40 years of … Continued

Saving time with Automatic Layer Management

By Lynn Allen April 7, 2021
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Saving time with Automatic Layer Management

Making the Switch with Lynn Allen: DraftSight Tips for AutoCAD Users Last week I mentioned there were some great tools in DraftSight that you won’t find in AutoCAD®. This week I want to introduce you to a feature that I … Continued

DraftSight Through The Ages

By MJ Smyth May 28, 2020
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DraftSight Through The Ages

Since it launched, DraftSight has continually added new features with each release.  In today’s blog, I’ll just mention a few of my favorites! When I got my hands on the first Beta of DraftSight back in 2009 it was already … Continued

DraftSight: Inserting References (Xrefs)

By DraftSight April 2, 2020
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DraftSight: Inserting References (Xrefs)

Visit DraftSight.com to explore DraftSight 2019 and learn how you can experience the freedom to do more with a better 2D drafting and 3D design experience. As a new CAD user, I’m always looking for ways to make my drawing … Continued

DraftSight: Keyboard Shortcuts

By DraftSight March 19, 2020
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DraftSight: Keyboard Shortcuts

Visit DraftSight.com to explore DraftSight 2019 and learn how you can experience the freedom to do more with a better 2D drafting and 3D design experience. Throughout my CAD learning journey, I’ve always searched for ways to make my drawing … Continued

DraftSight: Rule with Power Trim Tool

By DraftSight March 5, 2020
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DraftSight: Rule with Power Trim Tool

Visit DraftSight.com to explore DraftSight 2019 and learn how you can experience the freedom to do more with a better 2D drafting and 3D design experience. Today’s post will be revisiting a feature I discussed early on in my DraftSight … Continued

DraftSight: Label with Table Pt. 2

By DraftSight January 16, 2020
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DraftSight: Label with Table Pt. 2

Visit DraftSight.com to explore DraftSight 2019 and learn how you can experience the freedom to do more with a better 2D drafting and 3D design experience. Continuing last blog’s topic of including Tables for transparency and organization, this post will … Continued

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