How to View Drawings of AutoCAD in DWG TrueView?

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How to View Drawings of AutoCAD in DWG TrueView?

If you are working with AutoCAD drawings, you may need to view them without the need for the full AutoCAD software. Fortunately, Autodesk provides a free tool called DWG TrueView that allows you to view and share AutoCAD drawings in the DWG file format. In this tutorial, we will guide you on how to use DWG TrueView to view your AutoCAD drawings.

Step 1: Download and Install DWG TrueView

The first step is to download and install DWG TrueView on your computer. Here’s how:

  1. Open your preferred web browser and go to the Autodesk website.
  2. Navigate to the DWG TrueView page.
  3. Click on the “Download” button.
  4. Choose the appropriate version of DWG TrueView for your operating system (Windows only).
  5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.

Step 2: Launch DWG TrueView

Once you have installed DWG TrueView, follow these steps to launch the application:

  1. Locate the DWG TrueView shortcut icon on your desktop or in your Start menu.
  2. Double-click on the shortcut icon to open DWG TrueView.

Step 3: Open an AutoCAD Drawing

To open an AutoCAD drawing in DWG TrueView, perform the following steps:

  1. Click on the “Open” button in the top-left corner of the application window. Alternatively, you can press Ctrl+O on your keyboard.
  2. Browse to the location where your AutoCAD drawing is saved.
  3. Select the DWG file you want to view and click on the “Open” button.

Step 4: Navigate and Zoom

Once you have opened an AutoCAD drawing in DWG TrueView, you can navigate and zoom in/out to examine different areas of the drawing. Here are some useful navigation and zooming options:

  • Pan: To pan across the drawing, click and drag with your mouse or use the arrow keys on your keyboard.
  • Zoom In/Out: To zoom in or out, use the scroll wheel on your mouse or click on the magnifying glass icons in the toolbar. You can also use the “+” and “-” keys on your keyboard.
  • Zoom Extents: To fit the entire drawing within the application window, click on the “Zoom Extents” button in the toolbar or press Ctrl+E on your keyboard.

Step 5: Use Additional Viewing Tools

DWG TrueView provides several additional tools to enhance your viewing experience. These include:

  • Pan Realtime: Click and hold the middle mouse button to pan continuously across the drawing.
  • Rotate: Click and hold both mouse buttons to rotate the drawing freely.
  • Measure: Use the measuring tools to measure distances between points or objects within the drawing.

Step 6: Markup and Share Drawings

If you need to make markups or annotations on the drawing, DWG TrueView offers various markup tools. You can highlight, underline, or add text to specific areas of the drawing. Additionally, you can share the marked-up drawing with others by exporting it as a PDF or DWF file.

Note: The markup and sharing features are available only in the full version of DWG TrueView.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, we have learned how to view AutoCAD drawings using DWG TrueView. By following these steps, you can easily navigate and examine your AutoCAD drawings without the need for the full AutoCAD software. Additionally, DWG TrueView provides additional tools for marking up and sharing your drawings with others.

Happy viewing!