Uses machine learning to suggest block placement based on your drawing's history or automatically swap existing blocks with similar ones from your library.
is not a revolutionary redesign of the wheel; it is a masterful evolution of the wheel’s bearings and steering. By focusing on AI-driven automation (Smart Blocks), collaborative transparency (Activity Insights), and raw graphical performance, Autodesk has ensured that AutoCAD remains the undisputed king of CAD software for another year.
Autodesk has moved entirely away from perpetual licenses. is available only via subscription. autodesk autocad 2024
If your sketch is made of separate lines, use the JOIN command to convert them into a single polyline before extruding.
Pro Tip: During the command, you can use the option to create a drafted/tapered solid immediately. Uses machine learning to suggest block placement based
: Creates a solid by adding depth to a closed 2D shape (like a circle or polyline) along a straight path.
For optimal performance on Windows, the following specifications are recommended: Autodesk has moved entirely away from perpetual licenses
or BIM 360 (cloud integration is genuinely seamless).
While introduced in 2023, these AI tools are significantly faster in 2024. You can now import a scanned PDF or photo of a redlined printout, and AutoCAD will read the handwritten annotations. The software identifies “Move this wall 3ft” text and offers a one-click correction. This bridges the gap between field markup and digital revision.
Drawing history is no longer limited to the classic DWGHISTORY command. The new palette logs metadata changes beyond file saves. It tracks when a drawing was shared, when a new sheet was added, or when a specific layout was modified. This is particularly useful for teams trying to understand why a change was made days after the fact.