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Welcome to BricsCAD®
The true CAD alternative

5 steps to make the most of your BricsCAD trial, from customizing the interface to testing unique features to accelerate your workflows.

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Your journey with BricsCAD

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Get familiar with BricsCAD

Learn BricsCAD at your own pace and understand the key features.

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Find answers to your questions

Read product documentation and connect with BricsCAD support.

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Set up BricsCAD the way you want

Migrate customizations and other files to BricsCAD and personalize your workspace.

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Discover the true CAD alternative

Test BricsCAD’s unique features to accelerate your design-to-production process.

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Choose the right license for you

Compare BricsCAD licensing options and product levels to choose the best fit for you.

Step 1

Get familiar with BricsCAD

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AutoCAD® to BricsCAD

Key similarities and differences between AutoCAD® and BricsCAD.

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BricsCAD Essentials

Quick overview of BricsCAD’s main features and capabilities.

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Feature comparison

Comprehensive list of BricsCAD features, by product level and compared to AutoCAD®.

Step 2

Find answers to your questions

Learn more about BricsCAD in the Help Center and blogs, and connect with other users in our Forum.

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Help Center

Product documentation, command reference, knowledge base, and additional technical resources.

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Blog

Tips and tricks to help you work faster and smarter, making the most of the latest tools.

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Forum

The community of BricsCAD users sharing best practices for your field.

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Step 3

Set up BricsCAD the way you want

Include your favorite tools and settings in your workspace.

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Migrating to BricsCAD

Bring your customizations and other files from AutoCAD® into BricsCAD.

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Customizing BricsCAD

Personalize your workspace through interface settings and more.

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Third-party applications

Integrate your favorite tools, extend workflows, and add customizations for your industry.

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LISP routines

Migrate, create, and customize your LISP routines in BricsCAD.

Step 4

Discover the true CAD alternative

Try out the unique features and AI-driven tools that make BricsCAD the true CAD alternative.

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The BricsCAD Advantage

BricsCAD’s key benefits, from system configuration to advanced 2D drawing and 3D modeling tools.

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Communicator for BricsCAD

Import/export models and PMI data from other major CAD software.

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AI-driven tools in BricsCAD

How AI and machine learning in BricsCAD help you reduce clicks, fix files fast, and save time.

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Step 5

Choose the right license for you

Compare products levels, explore licensing plans, and contact us with your questions.

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Flexible licensing

Explore product levels and license options.

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Personalized help

Still have questions? Reach out to our Sales team.

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Official partners

Find certified resellers in your area.