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Legacy version (AutoCAD 2016), or a system that cannot run .exe files? Manual installation

Questions? Write to us at team@capcad.io or on WhatsApp.

Software requirements

One of the following CAD platforms (64-bit):

AutoCAD / Civil 3D 2016+ except LT
ZWCAD 2017+ Professional not the Standard edition
GstarCAD 2023+ except LT
BricsCAD V16+ except Lite
ARES Commander 2024+

Excel (optional) for some functions. Ask us about other platforms.

How to install

1

Download and run the installer

Click one of the buttons above to download. Run the .exe file and authorise Windows Defender if it appears (choose "More info / Run anyway").

By installing and activating CapCad you accept our terms and conditions. For systems that cannot run .exe files, see manual installation.

2

Open the CapCad ribbon in your CAD

After installing, open your CAD and go to the CapCad tab on the ribbon:

CapCad ribbon in AutoCAD

The first time you run any command, click "Always Load":

CapCad Always Load message
3

Activate CapCad

Click any command, or "CapCad Account". Enter your e-mail — the activation code is sent automatically. Check every folder in your mailbox.

CapCad activation
4

Keep CapCad up to date

Make sure you are on the latest version from the update menu:

CapCad update

Watch the installation on video

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to install the VBA Enabler?

No — CapCad does not require VBA in any version or on any CAD platform. If you used older versions of CapCad, that requirement no longer applies.

Does the decimal separator matter?

No — the operating system's decimal separator makes no difference (comma or full stop).

Does my CAD's language matter?

No — the language of your CAD software makes no difference (English, Spanish, Portuguese, etc).

Where can I install the program files?

The program files can go in any location, not necessarily C:\

Is it compatible with AutoCAD LT?

No — CapCad is not compatible with AutoCAD LT.

A general problem during installation?

Reset AutoCAD to its default settings, then download and install CapCad again.

What are the hardware requirements?

Your CAD platform's usual requirements apply — for example AutoCAD/Civil 3D's.

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