Autodesk AutoCAD 2027 and Civil 3D 2027: Key Updates Explained
AutoCAD 2027, released on March 25, 2026, emphasizes AI-assisted workflows, featuring the Autodesk Assistant for enhanced user interaction with DWG files. Key updates include…
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The New Autodesk CER v7 Format: Changes and How to Read It
If you’ve been managing or using Autodesk products for a few years, you’ve probably cracked open a CER file at some point. Customer Error…
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Maximize Your CAD Performance with Daily Reboots
One of the simplest and most effective things you can do to maintain a stable, high-performing CAD workstation is to reboot regularly and keep…
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Simplifying AutoCAD Transmittals with eTransmit
The post discusses the challenges of sending and receiving transmittals in Civil 3D and AutoCAD, highlighting common issues like missing external references and font…
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Reference Explorer: The Autodesk Tool You’re Probably Not Using
If you have Autodesk Desktop Connector (ACC Docs – changing to Forma brand) installed – and in 2026 you almost certainly do – stop…
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The Browser That Ran Revit (And Why Autodesk Killed It)
In November 2013, Autodesk successfully ran full versions of its applications like Inventor and Revit in web browsers through a partnership with Mozilla, OTOY,…
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Groundhog Day for CAD Budgets: Will the Subscription See Its Shadow?
The annual budget season is a test of patience for CAD managers, where spreadsheets become battlegrounds as they navigate potential price increases. Expecting flat…
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Autodesk Civil 3D Version Mismatch Can Cause Serious Issues
Serious CAD issues, particularly in Civil 3D, stem from simple mistakes, such as using incompatible software versions. Mixing versions leads to proxy objects, causing…
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Managing Autodesk Updates Just Got Easier: What Scheduled Updates Means for CAD Managers and IT
Autodesk's Scheduled Updates feature simplifies managing product updates by allowing centralized control over installation timing and user targeting. This reduces operational chaos, enhances predictability,…
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Autodesk Civil 3D 2026 from Start to Finish: A Practical Guide for Real Projects
I finally had some time to sit with Autodesk Civil 3D 2026 from Start to Finish, and it’s a solid addition to the Civil…
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