FreeCAD Features
What are the features of FreeCAD?
Design
- Drawing
- Modeling
- Visualize
- Rendering
Edit
- File Import
- Push/Pull
- Views
- Grips
Collaboration
- Annotate
- Documentation
- Data Extract
Tools
- Dimensioning tools
- Change units
- 3D/solid modeling tools
File Options
- Import files
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Design
Drawing | Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon. This feature was mentioned in 23 FreeCAD reviews. | 84% (Based on 23 reviews) | |
Modeling | Create realistic 3D models of your design 25 reviewers of FreeCAD have provided feedback on this feature. | 81% (Based on 25 reviews) | |
Visualize | Design your structure in 3D. 23 reviewers of FreeCAD have provided feedback on this feature. | 80% (Based on 23 reviews) | |
Rendering | Based on 21 FreeCAD reviews. Produce 3D visualizations without any integrating hardware. | 75% (Based on 21 reviews) | |
Drawing | Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon. 19 reviewers of FreeCAD have provided feedback on this feature. | 80% (Based on 19 reviews) |
Edit
File Import | Import and export files in a number of different formats. 23 reviewers of FreeCAD have provided feedback on this feature. | 83% (Based on 23 reviews) | |
Push/Pull | Ability to push or pull the surface of your model in order to get the desired shape. 21 reviewers of FreeCAD have provided feedback on this feature. | 72% (Based on 21 reviews) | |
Views | View your model from any angle while you design and edit. 23 reviewers of FreeCAD have provided feedback on this feature. | 80% (Based on 23 reviews) | |
Grips | As reported in 23 FreeCAD reviews. Tools that enable users to reshape, move or manipulate geometry. | 75% (Based on 23 reviews) |
Collaboration
Annotate | As reported in 20 FreeCAD reviews. Annotate your designs with various notes and tags. | 82% (Based on 20 reviews) | |
Documentation | Generate 2D drawings of your 3D models. This feature was mentioned in 22 FreeCAD reviews. | 77% (Based on 22 reviews) | |
Data Extract | Extract information from objects, such as attributes and properties. 21 reviewers of FreeCAD have provided feedback on this feature. | 82% (Based on 21 reviews) |
Tools
Dimensioning tools | As reported in 19 FreeCAD reviews. Ability to apply standard dimensioning tools to add accurate information to Drawing design. | 73% (Based on 19 reviews) | |
Change units | As reported in 19 FreeCAD reviews. Change between standard Drawing units applied to measurement and dimensioning only. | 75% (Based on 19 reviews) | |
3D/solid modeling tools | As reported in 19 FreeCAD reviews. Ability to modify 3D primitives (parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, symmetrical editing process, etc.) | 78% (Based on 19 reviews) |
File Options
Import files | Support for a number of file formats for import This feature was mentioned in 19 FreeCAD reviews. | 83% (Based on 19 reviews) | |
Export files | Based on 19 FreeCAD reviews. Support for a number of file formats for export | 84% (Based on 19 reviews) | |
View 2D files | Ability to view 2D files This feature was mentioned in 18 FreeCAD reviews. | 81% (Based on 18 reviews) | |
View 3D files | Ability to view 3D files 18 reviewers of FreeCAD have provided feedback on this feature. | 79% (Based on 18 reviews) | |
Batch convert files | Ability to convert a bunch of DWG files to an older or current version available. 14 reviewers of FreeCAD have provided feedback on this feature. | 69% (Based on 14 reviews) | |
File size | Support for a range of file sizes without degrading the user experience 18 reviewers of FreeCAD have provided feedback on this feature. | 79% (Based on 18 reviews) |
Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
3D/solid modeling Tools | Offers the ability to modify 3D primitives, including parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, and symmetrical editing processes | Not enough data | |
Rendering Tools | Offers ease of use when accessing rendering tools such as lighting tools, texture mapping, and custom material creation | Not enough data | |
Drawing Tools | Provides ease of use when accessing basic drawing tools such as lines, circles, polygons, and other fundamental geometric shapes. | Not enough data | |
Editing Tools | Offers ease of use when accessing basic editing tools like erase, trim, extend, undo, and more. | Not enough data | |
Text Editing Tools | Provides ease of use when accessing basic text creation and modification tools such as font style, multi-line text, wrap-around text, justification, spell checker, etc. | Not enough data |
File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Export Files | Supports exporting designs to a variety of file formats, facilitating compatibility with other software and workflows. | Not enough data | |
Import Files | Supports a variety of file formats for import, enabling users to incorporate external data into their designs. | Not enough data | |
File Interoperability | Maintains compatibility with a variety of advanced design and imaging applications, ensuring integration and interoperability across different software platforms. | Not enough data | |
Backwards compatibility | Maintains compatibility between current and previous versions of their file formats, allowing users to open and work with files created in older versions without issues. | Not enough data | |
File size | Supports a range of file sizes, ensuring smooth performance even when working with large or complex designs. | Not enough data |
Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Custom Commands | Offers the ability to create custom commands or command aliases, change the active customization file, and configure command properties according to user preferences and workflow requirements. | Not enough data | |
Custom Scripts | Ability to create custom scripts to automate tasks, such as add standard layers or styles to a drawing, update the title block, or automate plotting tasks. | Not enough data | |
Custom Menus | Ability to create custom menus, sub-menus, and contextual menus. Can create new toolbars and arrange menus in workspace. | Not enough data | |
Custom Interface | Offers the ability to customize the user interface and tailor the workspace according to the users' specific needs and preferences. | Not enough data |
Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)
Hardware support | Supports hardware developers by default or through the use of custom drivers, ensuring compatibility with various hardware configurations commonly used by designers and engineers. | Not enough data | |
Task-based interfaces | Offers tailored interfaces for common tasks by default or through user customization, accommodating individuals' workflow needs and preferences. | Not enough data | |
Manage Multiple Profiles | Supports multiple user interface customizations, allowing users to store and recall interfaces as needed without closing the application or requiring scripting knowledge. | Not enough data | |
Command Clarity | Basic commands have clear names and on-cursor documentation, like tooltips and pop-up descriptions, offers clarification of icons and other user interface elements. | Not enough data |
