Do you need a free viewer for DWG files ?
If you want to view the DWG/DXF files on a Windows PC you can use the free Autodesk DWG TrueView. Autodesk DWG TrueView 2014 is the same exact software code as AutoCAD 2014 but limited to viewing, converting, publish/plot, and measuring. The plot feature uses the same plot configuration as AutoCAD. It is Autodesk DWG technology known as TrustedDWG. And it is free!
Highlights beyond View & Printing of a DWG:
- Convert DWG versions, bind Xrefs, purge, set default printer to “none”, audit and fix, replace page setups, and place all files in a Zip file or specified directory.
- Change visual styles
- Publish files as DWF and PDF files
- Measure objects
- Turn on/off layers
- Available in 32/64bit in English French Japanese languages
For Mac, mobile, mobile and cloud there is the free AutoCAD 360 https://www.autocad360.com/
"Autodesk® AutoCAD® 360 (formerly AutoCAD WS) is a free* web and mobile app that lets you view, edit, and share DWG™ files using a web browser or mobile device. Collaborate on designs with anyone, virtually anywhere. Store Autodesk® AutoCAD® technical and project files in an easy-to-access online workspace. Easily open and view .dwg, .dwf, and DXF™ files directly from email. AutoCAD 360 extends the power of AutoCAD beyond the desktop, making design review and approval easier than ever."
Shaan, do you know of any local solutions for Mac (preferably free and Autodesk-approved)? My company will not allow us to upload our dwg’s and some of our executives use Macs… “Autodesk DWG TrueView for Mac 2015”, perhaps?
Serge,
We don’t have a native Mac DWG for viewing local files other than AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT for Mac. You could run Windows in Bootcamp or virtualization software like Parallels and then run the free Trueview.
Regards
Shaan