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Licensing, Trial, System Requirements, and Technical Guidance
Frequently Asked Questions About ideCAD
Find clear answers to the most common questions about ideCAD, including licensing options, trial version limitations, system requirements, and project workflows. Whether you are evaluating the software or actively using it, this page helps you quickly understand how ideCAD works and how to solve common issues.
What You Need to Know About ideCAD
This FAQ page provides essential information about ideCAD, covering licensing models, trial usage, system compatibility, and common workflows. For more advanced technical topics and detailed troubleshooting, users can access the full documentation through the Help Center.
Licensing and Pricing
How much does an ideCAD subscription cost?
ideCAD offers subscription-based licensing options. You can choose plans based on your project duration and needs. View pricing details
What license options are available?
ideCAD offers both time-based subscriptions and perpetual licensing, depending on the product and region.
Can I use one license on multiple computers?
A single license can be used on multiple computers, but not simultaneously on multiple devices.
Trial Version
Does the ideCAD trial version expire?
The trial version is provided in renewable periods. You can continue using it by extending access, but certain limitations apply.
What is the difference between the trial and licensed versions?
The trial version allows modeling and analysis, but some outputs such as printing and file export are restricted.
Can I save projects in the trial version?
Yes, projects can be saved in the trial version.
Can I open trial projects in the licensed version?
No. Files created in the trial version are not compatible with the licensed version.
Can I print or export DWG files in the trial version?
No. Printing and DWG export features are disabled in the trial version.
System Requirements and Compatibility
What are the system requirements for ideCAD?
ideCAD requires a 64-bit Windows operating system and sufficient hardware resources for modeling and analysis. View full requirements
Which Windows versions are supported?
ideCAD supports Windows 7 and newer 64-bit versions.
Is a 32-bit version available?
No. ideCAD only runs on 64-bit systems.
Documentation and Support
Where can I access ideCAD documentation and tutorials?
All documentation, tutorials, and technical guides are available in the Help Center.
Files and Projects
Can I open projects created in older versions?
Projects created in newer versions cannot be opened in older versions.
How can I save reports as PDF?
Reports can be exported as PDF directly from the reporting tools within ideCAD.
How can I recover a project file?
If autosave is enabled, backup files can be accessed and reopened from the project menu.
Import and Modeling
Can I import AutoCAD (DWG/DXF) files?
Yes. DWG and DXF files can be imported and used as references for modeling.
Why is my imported drawing scaled incorrectly?
This usually happens due to unit differences. The drawing should be scaled to match the working units
Why is my model not visible in 3D view?
The model may be located far from the origin point. Move the model closer to (0,0) coordinates to resolve this.
Troubleshooting
How do I restore missing toolbars or interface elements?
Toolbars can be restored from interface settings or by resetting workspace configurations.
How do I reset ideCAD settings?
Run the software while holding Ctrl + Shift to reset user settings.
What should I do if ideCAD shows a DLL or runtime error?
Ensure your system is up to date and install required components such as Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributables.