Draft precise and detailed technical drawings quickly with CAD software from Autodesk.
By definition, a technical drawing—also known as an engineering drawing—is a detailed, precise diagram or plan that conveys information about how an object functions or is constructed. Engineers, electricians, and contractors all use these drawings as deliverables and (often legally guarded) constructable documents when constructing or repairing objects and buildings. These can be drafted by hand, or technical drawings can utilize CAD software for digital copies.
Using technical drawing software can greatly speed up workflows by automating common tasks, assisting with precise geometry, and making detailed annotation easier. Autodesk technical drawing software like AutoCAD also lets you work anywhere securely—from computers, mobile devices, or a web browser—without having to install software. You can even collaborate in real time with multiple users around the world.
Technical drawings bridge communication between designers, who come up with ideas; and producers, who put those ideas into practice as they convey design intent in translating calculated outcomes into 2D and 3D deliverable documents.
These drawings are important because their technical symbols and documentation data like dimensions, tolerances, and materials ensure that the communication between designers and producers is clear and precise, even if the information is complex. The better that communication is, the more efficient production and operations can be. Also, because technical drawings are standardized in their symbols, measurements, and other data, they can be trusted for keeping production consistent and maintaining quality control. And, due to flexibility in scaling, they allow very detailed information to be added to convey 100%-accurate intent. Their data also comes in handy as a record for future reference.
Using technical drawing software helps to solidify those benefits by helping ensure precision and accuracy and making real-time collaboration between team members and stakeholders easier. The software can also produce realistic 3D visualizations based on the technical drawings to better convey design intent and make informed decisions.
Technical drawings contain many basic elements that are easier to change and manage when working within technical drawing software. For example, it can be much more precise, and faster, to manipulate the basic lines, curves, and arcs of technical drawings within software. Also, the geometric dimensions and tolerances (
Technical drawings vary based on the discipline they serve, from buildings to products and more, learn about the most common types of technical drawings from Autodesk.
