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Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is DataCAD?
A: DataCAD is a professional-level Architectural CAD program for architectural design, photorealistic rendering, animation, construction document creation, and cost estimating. Developed by architects, DataCAD includes tools that make architectural design and drafting much easier for your students, such as automatic door and window insertion, associative dimensioning and hatching, automated 3D framing and OpenDWG-based DXF/DWG translators.
Q: How does DataCAD compare to other Architectural CAD programs?
A: DataCAD is a complete architectural CAD Solution: 2D drafting, 3D modeling and photorealistic rendering and animation. While other programs offer “student versions”, DataCAD is the full-commercial version used in industry, allowing students to adapt to industry with professional architectural CAD experience.
Q: Is DataCAD easy-to-learn and use and have a short learning curve?
A: Yes. DataCAD’s easy-to-learn interface allows for a short learning curve. Instructors spend less time teaching the software interface and students learn more in less time.
Q: Does DataCAD have 2D and 3D capabilities?
A: Yes. DataCAD contains all of the tools necessary for architectural drafting and design including 2D drafting tools, 3D modeling and more!

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