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Simplified 2D drafting and documentation
AutoCAD LT® 2D CAD software helps you to create 2D drawings faster and with more precision. Available for Windows and Mac. Includes the AutoCAD mobile app.
AutoCAD LT features
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Comprehensive 2D documentation
Produce 2D documentation and drawings with a comprehensive set of drawing, editing and annotation tools.
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Intuitive user interface
Access tools when you need them – contextual ribbon tabs, multi-functional grips, customisable tool palettes and an intelligent command line.
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Innovative technologies
Get the latest technologies including TrustedDWG™, high-resolution monitor support, migration tools and the Autodesk desktop app.
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Connected collaboration
Share and use data from PDF and DGN files, Bing Maps and AutoCAD mobile app.
What's new
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PDF import enhancements
Use the SHX text recognition tool to quickly convert imported PDF geometry to text and Mtext objects.
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External file references
Save time and minimise frustration with simple tools to fix broken paths for externally referenced files.
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Object selection
Freely navigate around your drawing while selecting objects that stay in the selection set, even if you pan or zoom off screen.
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Text to Mtext enhancements
With the Combine Text tool, convert combinations of text and Mtext objects to a single Mtext object.
Why subscribe to AutoCAD LT?
With monthly and annual options, subscribing to AutoCAD LT is flexible and cost-effective.
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Simplify licensing and updates
- Continue or cancel your subscription as your needs change.
- Get software updates straightaway or choose a time that is right for you.
- Access current and preceding software versions.
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Connect and collaborate from anywhere
- Access your software anywhere via your Autodesk account.
- Share your drawings in the cloud.
- AutoCAD mobile app is included with your subscription.
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Personalise your AutoCAD LT
- Migrate your files and custom settings from preceding versions of AutoCAD LT.
- 1-on-1 phone support, remote desktop assistance and more included with your subscription.
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Innovate your designs with new tools
- Underlay BIM designs.
- Import, plot and attach PDFs and more.
Customer stories
Nteractive: Managing large corporate events
See how Nteractive manages very large, complex projects with AutoCAD LT.
"With the different venues, subcontractors and number of people that are touching the files we're handling, the TrustedDWG™ file format allows us to know...that it's accurate."
—Matt Brownfield, Director, Nteractive
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Connect and collaborate with apps
AutoCAD mobile app
Download the official AutoCAD mobile app for on-the-go work. Included when you subscribe to AutoCAD LT.
A360
View and share designs on a centralised cloud platform, from any device. 50+ 2D and 3D file formats supported. Sign up for a free account.
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AutoCAD LT vs.
AutoCAD
If you work primarily in 2D – for instance, drafting 2D house plans – AutoCAD LT is a cost-effective way to get many of the functionalities of AutoCAD.
- 2D drafting and documentation
- Simple customisation of UI
- Single-user licence
- 2D and 3D abilities
- Customisable APIs
- Single-user and multi-user (network) licences
Get it now
It is easy to get started. Download a free 30-day trial. Purchase options include flexible subscription terms to fit your needs. Available for PC or Mac.
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