Autodesk AutoCAD LT: Best-in-class 2D design with automation to expedite drafting
What is Autodesk AutoCAD LT?
Create your 2D designs with precision and best-in-class documentation features. Architects, engineers, and construction professionals use AutoCAD LT® to:
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Design, draft, and document with precise 2D geometry
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Access a comprehensive set of editing, design, and annotation tools
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Streamline your work by customizing your interface and automating your workflows with AutoLISP
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Use AutoLISP to assist with the automation of workflow and enforcement of CAD standards
Easily review and edit drawings with floating windows
Share your projects easily with teammates and reviewers
Take advantage of the Autodesk platform
Customize tool palettes with your most frequently used tools
Why use Autodesk AutoCAD LT?
Best-in-class 2D design features
Draft, design, and edit with precise 2D geometry and a comprehensive set of documentation features.
Collaborate across teams and devices
Share and annotate drawings with safety and security across desktop, web, and mobile devices.
Ensure fidelity and compatibility
Preserve fidelity and ensure compatibility with Autodesk’s exclusive TrustedDWG® technology.
What you can do with AutoCAD LT
Draft with precision and speed with best-in-class 2D features and documentation
Create precise 2D drawings faster with the easy-to-use drafting tools in AutoCAD LT. Improve productivity by automating common tasks and streamline workflows using tools written with AutoLISP.
Work anywhere with AutoCAD on the web (included)
View, edit, annotate, and share CAD drawings with a simple user interface, on any computer. Just sign in and get to work. No software installation is required.
Use AutoCAD LT on the go with AutoCAD on mobile (included)
Take the power of AutoCAD with you wherever you go—even offline. View, edit, comment on, and create CAD drawings in real time.
“Using AutoCAD LT has created new opportunities for Red Bean Interior Design.”
—Amanda McLennan, Owner, Red Bean Interior Design
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“AutoCAD LT gives me the flexibility to really put my own unique stamp and creativity on my plans.”
—Rose Remillard, Owner, Nature’s Designs
Image courtesy of Rose Remillard
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
AutoCAD LT is CAD software that is used for precise 2D drafting, design, and documentation. It includes features to automate tasks and increase productivity such as comparing drawings, counting, adding objects, and creating tables. AutoCAD LT enables users to create, edit, and annotate drawings via desktop, web, and mobile devices.
AutoCAD LT is used by architects, engineers, construction professionals, and designers who need to:
- Design, draft, and document with precise 2D geometry
- Access a comprehensive set of editing, design, and annotation tools
- Work faster in an intuitive and customizable interface
One of the biggest differences between AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT is that AutoCAD LT provides precision 2D drafting and documentation capabilities, while AutoCAD also provides 3D functionalities. AutoCAD LT enables you to do simple customizations, but doesn’t support built-in programming capabilities (AutoLISP). Compare AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT.
Autodesk provides download and install instructions for individuals and administrators. Your available downloads appear in Autodesk Account. Find your product, select a version, platform, language, and download method. For more information, visit the Autodesk Knowledge Network.
Your AutoCAD LT subscription gives you access to install and use the 3 previous versions. Available downloads are listed in your Autodesk Account after subscribing. See also previous releases available for subscribers.
With a subscription to AutoCAD LT software, you can install it on up to 3 computers or other devices. However, only the named user can sign in and use that software on a single computer at any given time. Please refer to the Software License Agreement (US site) for more information.
Launch your trial software and click Subscribe Now on the trial screen or buy AutoCAD LT here. When buying your subscription, enter the same email address and password combination you used to sign in to your trial. Learn more about converting a trial to a paid subscription.
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