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Comparison Chart Overview

Comparison Chart Overview

GstarCAD 2009 Pro AutoCAD 2009 AutoCAD 2009 LT
Native DWG Support Tick
Tick Tick
DWG Support for Tick Tick Tick

AutoCAD 2.5-2009

Tick Tick Tick
Support for AutoCAD Tick Tick Tick
Command Support for third party applications Tick Tick Cross
Retail Price Low High Medium

GstarCAD - innovative 2D and 3D CAD Software

GstarCAD is based on the well-known IntelliCAD software, which is the industry standard for low-cost CAD software. GstarCAD is the innovative alternative to AutoCAD that provides DWG file compatibility, similar functionality, in addition to fully supporting the CAD software market leaders commands, menus, scripts, styles, patterns etc. GstarCAD is the top quality version of IntelliCAD worldwide, 99% the same as the major market leader within the field and its speeds and performances with an attractive and competitive price are totally unbeatable.

 

Unrivalled AutoCAD compatibility

GstarCAD's native file format is .DWG, this makes it simpler and easier to open drawings drawn in other CAD software with no file conversion or data loss. GstarCAD also provides a full compatibility with the market leaders Command Line, menu (.MNU)

  • Script (.SCR) files
  • Hatches
  • Fonts
  • True type fonts
  • Complex line types
  • Multi-line Text
  • Lightweight
  • Polyline
  • Draw commands
  • Audit & Recover
  • Auto LISP & ADS

This means you can start to work immediately using the alternative software files, commands and applications you rely on.

 

Exceptional productivity

GstarCAD offers smooth Microsoft Windows integration plus many unique productivity features, including

  • The ability to multiple open drawings (MDI) at once;
  • A Drawing Explorer, which lets you review, and exchange drawing content with drag-and-drop ease; 
  • Visual customisation of menus and toolbars -- no programming required! 
  • ActiveX integration means you can insert GStarCAD drawings (or just parts of them) into a Microsoft Office application file or a Visio 2000 Technical Edition schematic.

 

Open Communication

  • Import-Export of DWG files (opendwg), DXF and SCR (script) files;
  • Import of mnu (menu) and dcl (dialog box) files;
  • Export of WMF, EMF (Enhanced Metafile) files and SLD (slides);
  • Reading of BMP, GIF, JPG, TIF, PCX images within DWG files;

 

Unbelievable Affordability

This software is available to buy at a tenth of the cost of the current market leaders. Additional savings are to be made from the software; with no extra training costs required, this easy to understand package comes with 30 days free support.

 

Why choose GstarCAD

  • Start work immediately on your existing drawings: If you have used other CAD software on the market, you will find GStarCAD so easy to use because of the similar interface, functionality and operating style as AutoCAD. No learning time and learning cost are required, just install and begin to draw!
  • Communicate with anyone else: When you open an existing .DWG file there's no file conversion and no data loss.
  • Save a lot of money, increase profits, reduce risk, and enhance efficiency.