AutoCAD LT Competitive Selling Guide
Top Five Talking Points
Product Comparison Sales Tool Purchase Pain Points and Solutions
I need technology that allows me to exchange files seamlessly, without worrying about file formats or data corruption. I dont have time for training. I need a tool people already know.
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Full-Featured Functionality from an Industry Leader Your customers can rely on the proven track record of innovation from Autodesk. Autodesk invests in developing, testing, and deploying a full range of software features and tools, while many competitors opt to include only some of these features. Compatibility Emphasize the importance of standardizing on one of the most commonly used design file formats in the industry. With AutoCAD LT, users can create, send, and receive files with confidence using genuine DWG technology. Users can connect directly to the AutoCAD WS web and mobile applications to access, edit, and share files wherever they are. Productivity Time is money. Users can work more efficiently with the powerful tools and features in AutoCAD LT that minimize time spent on repetitive design steps. Users also can reduce time and resources spent addressing data infidelity and conversion errors. Support and Lower Learning Curve Help customers understand that they can manage their training costs and time with the software many CAD users learn in school. Buyers can leverage the support of a worldwide community of Autodesk software users, training, and a global knowledge base. Quality Users can minimize possible data mistakes, errors, incompatibilities, and conversion errors by creating and viewing files with native DWG technology in Autodesk software.
AutoCAD LT provides seamless interoperability with AutoCAD and AutoCAD-based products. DWG, PDF, and DWF compatibility is built right into the project. Data exchange tools make for easy, secure file sharing.
AutoCAD and AutoCAD LT are among the most popular products worldwide for design documentation and are commonly taught in schools. If you or your employees learned to draft with AutoCAD, you can directly apply your knowledge and experience.
I dont have a large budget, but I want to stay license-compliant.
I need to project a strong image that reinforces my professional credibility.
Supported Features
This graphic summarizes research done by an independent third party. All21 features tested are fully supported in AutoCADLT. A detailed summary of the results can be found on the followingpage. Supported Limited functionality Not supported TurboCAD ProgeCAD BricsCAD
AutoCAD LT includes a comprehensive drafting and detailing feature set that provides an excellent value. The initial investment in an AutoCAD LT license can be outweighed by the value of its functionality and compatibility.
For 30 years, Autodesk has been known as a leader in the design software industry. Professionals around the world use AutoCAD for their technical drawings.
ZWCAD AutoCAD LT
DraftSight
Productivity and quality are critical. I need to work efficiently and accurately.
I plan on expanding my business. I need software that will grow with me.
AutoCAD LT provides the reliable tools and features you need to create precise technical drawings that are easy to edit, repurpose, and share.
Autodesk offers a full range of design software, from the 3D capabilities of AutoCAD through industry-specific solutions like Autodesk Inventor or Autodesk Revit. When youre ready to move up, Autodesk will be there for you.
Autodesk, AutoCAD, AutoCAD LT, Autodesk Inventor, DWF, DWG, and Revit are registered trademarks or trademarks of Autodesk, Inc., and/or its subsidiaries and/or affiliates in the USA and/or other countries. All other brand names, product names, or trademarks belong to their respective holders. Autodesk reserves the right to alter product and services offerings, and specifications and pricing at any time without notice, and is not responsible for typographical or graphical errors that may appear in this document. 2012 Autodesk, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Features supported in AutoCAD LT 2012 and 2013
Efficiently Create and Reuse Data and Geometry Blocks with attributes: Store block-related information in associated text fields. Dynamic blocks: Switch between multiple shapes or sizes in a single object for easier editing. Multileaders: Point one note to multiple objects, or attach keynotes to a leader. Annotation scaling: Reduce redundant text and dimensions with multiple display scales. Fields: Reference object and drawing properties in intelligent text fields. Tables: Display, organize, and calculate data similar to spreadsheet programs. Associative arrays: Maintain relationships in rectangular, polar, and path arrangements. Parametrics: Edit (but not create) geometric and dimensional relationships between objects. Reference External Data PDF underlay: Add information to drawings without recreating geometry or text. DWF underlay: Use DWF files to reference drawings in a read-only format. Fade underlay: Emphasize important items by fading background references. Clip underlay: Hide unnecessary portions of a referenced file. Edit DWG references: Quickly modify attached files with in-place editing. Data links: Link DWG and Excel files with bi-directional update capabilities. Raster image support: Attach image files to drawings to show additional information. Create Compelling Visuals Transparency: View objects through other geometry, or highlight important areas. RAL/Pantone colors: Use color book hues to accurately display real-world appearances. Gradient fills: Show complex patterns and shading with multi-tonal hatch objects. Hatch background color: Show line and background colors in a single hatch object. Non-rectangular viewports: Show model space data in circular or polygonal viewports. Layer properties per viewport: Set layer properties independently in layout viewports. Supported Limited functionality Not supported
AutoCAD LT
BricsCAD v12.11.1-1 Platinum
DraftSight V1R1.3
ProgeCAD Pro 2011
TurboCAD Pro 18
ZWCAD Pro 2012
Does not display Not editable Not editable No hatch scaling Not editable Not editable Not editable Grip editing only Not editable
Display issues; not editable
Not supported
Not supported
Not supported
Not editable Limited editing
Display problems
Does not update Limited editing
Display problems Styles not fully supported
Not supported No associativity
No associativity
No associativity
No associativity
No associativity
Edits do not update correctly
Not supported
Not supported
Not supported
File does not display
File does not display
File does not display
File does not display
File does not display
File does not display
File does not display
File does not display
No fading Cannot invert boundary Cannot invert boundary
No fading Cannot invert boundary Cannot invert boundary
No fading Cannot invert boundary
Limited functionality
Not supported
Not supported
No link
No link
No link
No link Limited display controls
No link
Objects display solid
Objects display solid
Objects display solid
Objects display solid
Similar color used
Similar color used
Similar color used
Similar color used
Color does not display
Color does not display
Color does not display
Color does not display
Global properties only
Global properties only
Global properties only
Global properties only
Autodesk-sponsored research study conducted by J.R .Chhor, January 2012.
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