TurboCAD 2026 Windows Upgrade

User Interface and Performance

TurboCAD^® users can quickly navigate the fully customizable user interface with Ribbon and Toolbar modes Workspace-focused layouts reduce setup overhead.

TurboCAD^® Platinum and Professional also feature an AutoCAD^®-like design interface. The ePackage feature in TurboCAD^® Platinum simplifies collecting and assembling all external resources for distribution. TurboCAD^® is 64-bit compatible, enabling it to handle very large CAD files. Learn more about User Interface and Performance.

TurboCAD Copilot

Unlock the full potential of your design process with Copilot, the AI-driven companion seamlessly integrated into TurboCAD^®. This integrated AI tool streamlines navigation, expedites your project's progress, and enhances your design endeavors with insightful analysis. Copilot supports two levels: TurboCAD^® Copilot Help and TurboCAD^® Copilot Professional.

All variants of TurboCAD^® includes a complimentary trial to TurboCAD^® Copilot Help, powered by Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) technology, providing contextually relevant answers through trusted documentation, FAQs, video tutorials, and more.

TurboCAD^® Copilot Professional includes Talk to your CAD Data, general AI access, and Text to Image. TurboCAD^® Copilot Professional is adept at handling diverse multilingual requests, from guiding you through the initial steps of using TurboCAD^® to sharing intriguing details about your file or providing insights on design trends and principles.

*Flexible Term Plans: Choose between a 1-year or 3-year TurboCAD^® Copilot Term Plan to best suit your needs.

Design-Director

The Design Director makes it easy to organize, explore and apply design alternatives. The Design Director palette with advanced controls for layers, layer filters, layer grouping, setting and saving work layers, managing named views and more speeds up work and improves productivity. Learn more about the Design Director.

2D Design and Editing

TurboCAD^® is rich in professional 2D/3D design tools and drawing aids that speed design. Create views and viewports of any size and shape. Access extensive paper space and printing options. Multi-select drawing tool, dimension tools, and more. Learn more about 2D Design and Editing.

3D Drawing and Surface Modeling

TurboCAD^® includes a comprehensive set of 3D surface modeling and editing tools, ideal for both single part and small assembly mechanical designs. Learn more about 3D Drawing and Surface Modeling.

ACIS Solid Modeling / Advanced Mechanical Design

TurboCAD^® offers advanced 3D surface and ACIS^® Solid Modeling tools. Features like the Thread Tool, Twisted Extrude, Extrude to Face, Imprint Tool, Parametric Holes, and more, enable the easy creation of complex professional designs. Access advanced modification tools such as Bend, Unbend, and Facet Offset to easily modify existing geometry. Smooth Surface Mesh and Sub-D Modeling tools are also available, allowing for the creation of more organic shapes. Learn More about Solid Modeling / Advanced Mechanical Design

Architecture & GIS

TurboCAD^® includes an integrated suite of architectural tools, featuring Self-Healing Walls, Self-Trimming & Self-Aligning Blocks, and depending on the variant, includes Windows, Doors, Muntins, Roofs, Slabs, Stairs, Rails, Markers, Terrain Tools, and AutoCAD^® Architecture (ACA) compatible Parametric Architectural Objects, allowing for easy reading, modifying, and documenting of DWG models with ACA extensions. Learn More about Architectural & GIS.

Photorealistic Rendering & Visualization

TurboLux^™ is TurboCAD's advanced rendering engine that leverages Physically Based Rendering (PBR) techniques to produce photorealistic images. By modeling light and materials based on the laws of physics, TurboLux™ accurately simulates the flow of light, resulting in stunning, high-quality renders. Learn more about Photorealistic Rendering & Visualization

Geometric and Dimensional Constraints

Often referred to as variational sketching, the D-Cubed™ 2D DCM Constraint Manager from Siemens Industry Software Limited enhances precision and productivity. By setting up constraints, TurboCAD^® users gain greater control over design intent, enabling rapid design modifications. Learn more about Parametric Constraints.

Part Tree/History Tree

Maintains your design history, allowing you to return to any procedural step and make modifications without losing subsequent work. Functions like a Selective Undo/Redo. Learn More about the Part Tree.

Part Tree/History Tree

Powerful Drafting Palette

Create associative views, 2D sections, and detailed views that can be updated in real-time – even from an Xref. Works with both ACIS® Solids and Surface models.Learn More about the Drafting Palette.

Drafting Palette

Professional Mechanical CAD Native File Translators

Import 3D model designs from leading enterprise CAD software, including CATIA, SolidWorks, Solid Edge, Inventor, NX, and ProE. Learn More about supported file formats.

External References (Xrefs)

TurboCAD^® allows all file formats that can be opened and imported (except bitmap images) to be used as an external reference (Xref). TurboCAD^® offers Xref clipping for numerous file formats and supports binding of Xrefs, which can then be exploded and edited. Managing Xref layers is straightforward, including the use of layer filters.

Programmable (SDK & Ruby Scripting)

Extend the functionality by developing new tools, functions, and behavior. Custom routines that are performed on a regular basis can be automated. Specific tools for vertical applications can be created and added. Learn more about Programming .

Point Cloud Support

Use your 3D scanner to collect data about an existing object’s dimensions, and import the point cloud files into a drawing in TurboCAD.

Compatibility and File Sharing

Whether you’re a team of one or many, you’ll have the interoperability needed to collaborate. We’ve ensured that TurboCAD^® is compatible with a wide variety of popular CAD and Graphics formats. You will be able to deliver files that can be opened and edited by users of AutoCAD^® and other popular design software. Your team will be running like a well-oiled machine.Read more about Compatibility and File Sharing

• TurboCAD^® provides compatibility with AutoCAD^® DWG and DXF files, from R12 to 2024
• STL Import/Export for 3D printing
• SVG Export
• 3MF Import/Export
• VMRL Worlds Import/Export
• OBJ Import/Export
• Adobe Illustrator^® Import
• PDF Export
• SketchUp 2024 Import/Export
• Collada™ (DAE) Import/Export
• Professional, Mechanical CAD Import from CATIA, Solidworks, Solid Edge, and more

Why Upgrade to TurboCAD^® 2026?

User Interface & Productivity

Dark and Light Theme Toggle

The TurboCAD Launcher includes a simple Dark/Light theme switch, letting you choose your preferred look before the application opens.

Dark Theme is enabled by default for a modern, comfortable viewing experience, and the toggle makes it easy to switch to Light Theme at any time.

A small touch that adds visual flexibility and helps you start in the environment that feels right for your workflow.

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Switching between Dark and Light Theme

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A Faster Way to Find What You Need

Command Finder helps you locate tools instantly and keep your momentum across every project. With predictive suggestions and visual icons appearing as you type, even deep toolsets become easy to navigate.

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Command Finder

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Features

• Predictive command suggestions — Command Finder surfaces the right tools the moment you start typing, removing the need to dig through menus or palettes.
• Visual icons in results — Icons make commands instantly recognizable, so you can pick the right tool at a glance.
• Accelerated navigation — Spend less time searching and stay focused on designing.

Views That Evolve With Your Ideas

The Drafting Palette offers a smooth, more flexible way to manage drawing views—so your design flow stays uninterrupted, even as projects shift and grow.

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Drafting Palette

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Features

• Add or remove objects on the fly — Adjust drafting views as your model evolves, bringing new 3D objects in or taking them out without breaking your flow.
• Keep annotations exactly where they belong — Dimensions, callouts, and layout details stay in place, keeping drawings clean and production‑ready from start to finish.
• Jump straight to the geometry you need — Instantly zoom to linked 3D parts or assemblies for quick exploration and fast refinement.
• Built for iterative design — Drafting views stay connected to evolving models, from first sketch to final detail, so your drawings always reflect your latest thinking.

Upgrade Messaging on the Start Page

The Start Page now presents upgrade options with a cleaner, more transparent layout, making it easy to understand what’s available at a glance.

Refined language replaces vague system prompts with direct, helpful guidance, creating a smoother experience when exploring edition upgrades and setting expectations from the very first moment.

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Upgrade Messaging

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WebView2 Engine Update

TurboCAD includes an updated Microsoft WebView2 runtime, delivering a faster, more modern, and more reliable HTML‑based interface experience. The improved engine increases rendering performance, reduces memory usage, and supports current CSS and JavaScript standards, resulting in smoother operation across web‑powered components such as the Start Page, Launcher, and Copilot palette.

With stronger OS integration and a modern web engine foundation, TurboCAD provides a more responsive, stable, and future‑ready interface environment.

Recent Commands

TurboCAD includes a Recent Commands option that makes frequently used tools easy to reach.

A Recent Commands entry in the local menu shows the tools you’ve used most recently, allowing you to run them again without searching through menus or toolbars.

By keeping common actions close at hand, this feature supports a faster, more fluid drafting experience.

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Quick Command Access

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Clarity Built Into Every Tool

The new Draw menu is clearer, lighter, and easier to navigate. Line, spline, and geometry tools stand out instantly, and simplified labels keep the interface clean. It’s a smoother way to move through your design.

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Draw Menu

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Installation and Deployment

Unified Multi-Language Installer

TurboCAD uses a single installer that supports all available languages in one package.

During setup, users simply choose their preferred interface language, and TurboCAD installs with that selection applied. All languages are already part of the installer, so users can switch between them at any time directly within TurboCAD without reinstalling.

Key Advantages

• One installer for all supported languages
• Built‑in language selection
• Simpler distribution with fewer separate files
• Easy expansion as new languages are added

The Unified Multi‑Language Installer creates a consistent setup experience with built‑in language selection.

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Language Selection

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Currently, TurboCAD is fully localized in English, French, and German. Additional language packages can already be installed, but their localization is still in progress. These languages will receive updated localization files through upcoming in‑app patches.

File Management, Setup & Diagnostics

Smarter File Locations, Reporting, and Diagnostics

TurboCAD enhances how designers manage generated assets, technical reports, and system diagnostics so creative momentum stays high while the software handles the heavy lifting behind the scenes.

Dedicated image storage — Copilot‑generated visuals are saved automatically to the defined Image Files location, keeping assets organized and ready to reuse.

Centralized HTML reports — Scans, audits, keyboard reports, and object summaries are stored in a unified Reports folder with clear, time‑stamped filenames.

Session-based log management — Log files are written to a dedicated Log folder, named per session, and accessible from both File Locations and the Launcher.

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Session-based Log Management

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Visible logging indicators — Launcher controls and startup screens show when logging is active, providing immediate clarity without interrupting the workflow.

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Logging enabled

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Clean Startup

TurboCAD now supports a clean launch mode using the NoStartupWindows parameter.

When enabled, all startup dialogs — including the Launcher, Splash Screen, and Start Page — are skipped, opening the application directly into the workspace.

This mode is helpful when startup stalls, security tools block initial windows, or IT teams need a minimal environment for troubleshooting.

Interoperability & File Format Support

Updated Teigha (ODA) Libraries

TurboCAD includes the updated Teigha (ODA) libraries, delivering improved compatibility with modern DWG/DXF files, more reliable import and export performance, and continued support for current CAD standards in professional design workflows.

Direct 2D Adobe PDF Import

TurboCAD supports direct 2D Adobe PDF import through File → Open, allowing designers to bring PDF drawings into the workspace as editable CAD geometry instead of relying solely on underlays. PDF content is converted into native drawing entities such as lines, arcs, and text, with layers and layout preserved wherever possible for accurate downstream editing.

The import process uses ODA‑based technology to maintain fidelity and compatibility across supported platforms, while built‑in validation and messaging help identify unsupported or damaged files for a smoother experience.

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Direct 2D Adobe PDF Import

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Key Capabilities

• Open PDFs as native drawings — 2D Adobe PDF files load through File → Open and convert into fully editable CAD entities.
• Preserve design intelligence — Geometry, text, and layer structure are retained to support precise editing.
• Reliable cross‑platform behavior — Import results remain consistent across supported systems.
• Clear error handling — Informative messages appear when files cannot be imported or contain unsupported content.

IGES Import

TurboCAD Professional includes a new ODA‑based IGES importer that supports reliable, industry‑standard file exchange. TurboCAD Platinum continues to offer the high‑precision ACIS‑powered IGES translator for advanced geometry handling. Together, these options provide accurate IGES import aligned with the needs of different professional design environments.

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IGES Import

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2D & Drafting Tools

Graphic on Path

Graphic on Path offers an intuitive way to position and shape objects along complex curves, supporting flowing layouts, decorative patterns, technical diagrams, and signage concepts with confident control.

As objects move along a selected path, they automatically align to the curve’s tangent for smooth, accurate placement. Orientation can be flipped, rotation adjusted, and variations explored without interrupting the design process.

Local Menu options provide expanded control during placement:

• Show While Dragging — Preview alignment interactively as objects move along the curve.
• Place Along the Tangent — Align the object’s axis to the direction of the path.
• Opposite Tangent Direction — Reverse orientation instantly.
• Apply to Group Content — Move grouped elements together while allowing each component to follow the curve independently.

Additional rotation controls offer precise influence over final positioning, making complex curved arrangements easier to refine and finalize.

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Graphic on Path

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Split Tool

The Split tool provides greater accuracy and control when dividing curves and complex paths. The By Length option in the Local Menu enables precise, dimension‑driven placement of split points, supported by editable Length1 and Length2 fields for exact segment control.

With full‑curve interactive positioning and broad geometry support—including polylines, splines, arcs, and 3D curves—designers can achieve clean, predictable results across both drafting and modeling workflows.

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Split Tool with numeric Length Input

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3D Modeling & Geometry Tools

Direct 2D Unfolding for Sheet Metal

TurboCAD provides a fabrication‑focused method for transforming folded sheet‑metal designs into precise 2D layouts that match real production requirements.

Through the local‑menu option Add 2D Unfolding designers can generate flat patterns directly from sheet‑metal geometry, including bend lines and dimensional information needed for manufacturing and quoting.

This capability removes unnecessary intermediate drafting steps, making it easier to prepare shop‑ready drawings and adapt designs quickly as requirements change.

What this enables:

• Creates true 2D flat patterns directly from sheet‑metal models.
• Preserves bend information and maintains dimensional clarity.
• Exports unfolded results to DWG or DXF for cutting workflows.
• Reduces repetitive drafting tasks when preparing fabrication drawings.

This feature helps engineers and fabricators move from concept to production more efficiently, maintain design intent across revisions, and communicate manufacturing requirements with confidence.

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Direct 2D Unfolding

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Unbend Tool

The Unbend tool supports accurate and flexible sheet‑metal processing, even in complex bending scenarios. An advanced unbend mode gives professionals detailed control over how bends are resolved, allowing results to be aligned with real‑world manufacturing requirements.

Key capabilities include:

• Unbend Merge option — Control whether original bend edges remain after the unbending operation, providing flexibility for downstream editing and detailing.
• Adjustable K‑Factor field — Define a precise K‑Factor value (0–1) to position the neutral axis accurately and achieve realistic material behavior during bend calculations.
• Cylinder face selection support — Unbend cylindrical faces directly, extending the tool’s usefulness for more complex geometries.

Closed Loft

The Loft tools include a Closed option that allows lofted geometry to wrap smoothly and connect back to the starting profile.

When enabled, the transition between the first and last sections becomes continuous, forming a seamless, enclosed shape instead of an open loft.

• Creates fully closed, periodic lofted bodies
• Supports profile‑to‑profile, branched, and face‑to‑face lofting
• Works with polyline‑based surface generation
• Produces uninterrupted surfaces without manual patching

A simple way to form loops, rings, and continuous 3D forms with clean, consistent geometry.

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Closed Loft

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Projection Tool – Imprint

The Imprint option in the Projection tool embeds 2D curves or text directly onto a 3D solid as real surface geometry.

Projected lines become part of the body, forming editable faces rather than a simple wireframe overlay. This makes it easy to integrate text, outlines, and patterns into curved or complex surfaces.

• Converts projected 2D geometry into true surface edges
• Applies across the entire body, not just a single face
• Join option available when Imprint is off
• Imprinted faces can be offset, extracted, or edited
• Works with precise placement tools like Nearest on Face and face‑normal alignment

A clean way to add engraving, embossing, and surface detail directly into the model.

Rendering

The Fastest ACIS Experience We’ve Ever Built

When working with ACIS models that use different materials across their faces, preparing them for rendering can take time. TurboCAD introduces a redesigned process that handles this type of geometry far more efficiently.

By optimizing how material‑assigned faces are analyzed and loaded, render‑prep completes 10–15× faster for ACIS objects with varied face materials. The improvement is immediate: files open more quickly, the workspace becomes responsive sooner, and navigating complex solids feels noticeably smoother.

Whether you’re reviewing a detailed part with multiple material regions or adjusting a model that mixes finishes across its surfaces, the performance gain helps you stay in the flow of design.

Visualize Engine Update

TurboCAD Visualize is powered by an updated rendering engine that delivers improved performance, stability, and visual quality. The upgrade enhances model handling, display accuracy, and overall responsiveness when working with complex geometry. Users benefit from smoother navigation, more reliable visualization of large assemblies, and consistent behavior across supported file formats.

With a modern ODA‑driven foundation, Visualize provides a faster, more dependable rendering environment designed to support demanding design workflows with confidence.

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Visualize Engine Update

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Copilot

Copilot Command Assistant

The Command Assistant interprets natural‑language requests entered into the Command Assistant field and turns them into immediate, context‑aware guidance inside the Copilot Palette.

As designers describe an action—whether it’s drawing a shape, adjusting geometry, or modifying surfaces—the Command Assistant identifies the intent and surfaces the most relevant commands or suggestions directly within the palette, without interrupting the modeling flow.

This interaction makes advanced tools easier to reach, reduces time spent searching through menus, and keeps attention on the work taking shape on screen.

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Command Assistant

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Copilot Smart Help Trigger

The Smart Help Trigger brings contextual guidance directly into the Copilot Palette, giving designers relevant assistance without leaving the drawing environment.

As tools and commands are activated, related help content opens automatically inside the palette, keeping workflows uninterrupted and making it easier to explore features while staying focused on design.

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Smart Help Trigger

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This integrated experience supports faster learning, smoother iteration, and a more natural way to work with complex models.

Copilot Toggle Tabs

Copilot requests are organized through toggle‑based request‑type tabs, making it easy to define the kind of assistance needed before submitting a prompt.

Instead of relying on text prefixes, users select the appropriate category directly through tabs such as DOC, CAD, RENDER, IMAGE, GKB, PART, and PPT. This visual approach simplifies the workflow and removes the need to remember or type specific prefixes.

This design provides a clearer and more intuitive way to guide Copilot, helping deliver more relevant responses based on the selected request type while improving overall usability.

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Copilot Toggle Tabs

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Copilot Render

TurboCAD’s Copilot Render turns CAD drawings into expressive visual concepts using simple natural‑language prompts. By describing the desired style, lighting, or environment, designers can generate concept renderings that appear directly on top of the existing drawing—without changing the underlying geometry.

The rendered image is shown inside the active drawing view, making it easy to explore visual ideas while continuing to work in the CAD environment. Multiple variations can be created and compared, allowing quick experimentation with materials, lighting moods, and different architectural or mechanical styles.

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Copilot Render

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Each render is saved through Copilot Named Views, so designers can return to earlier concepts or switch between visual directions at any time. This creates a flexible way to explore ideas, where conceptual imagery and technical geometry stay connected within the same TurboCAD project.

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Copilot Images as Material Textures

TurboCAD allows images generated in the Copilot Palette to be applied directly as material textures, making it easier to update materials during the design process. Users can replace a material’s texture with a Copilot-generated image in just a few steps, avoiding the need to navigate through multiple settings in the Material Editor.

Within the Copilot IMAGE task panel, the Apply Texture section lets users assign a generated image to a texture file by specifying the texture path or simply dragging and dropping the file into the designated area. If the file formats differ, the system automatically converts them to ensure compatibility.

After the texture is applied, all render scenes that use that material are updated automatically. This helps designers quickly evaluate visual results and maintain an efficient workflow when working with multiple materials and render scenes.

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Applying Copilot Images as Material Textures

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Copilot-Powered Part Finder

TurboCAD lets you search for mechanical parts directly through the Copilot Palette, making it easy to bring the right components into your design.

Users can describe the part they need, and Copilot returns matching options with clear previews and key specifications. The visual layout in the Palette helps identify the correct component at a glance.

Parts can be added to the drawing by clicking a preview or dragging the component into the workspace. This direct interaction speeds up assembly work and keeps the focus on design rather than manual part searching.

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Copilot Part Finder

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Copilot Palette History Management

The Copilot Palette offers a simple way to view and manage previously opened links.

History items appear in a dropdown list, allowing users to return to earlier content quickly and without searching. When an entry is no longer needed, it can be removed using the Delete button, keeping the list focused and easy to work with.

The history can store up to 50 links, giving users more room when working across multiple Copilot queries and resources.

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History Management

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Available in Four Editions:

• Platinum - The flagship solution for those who need CAD at its ultimate best
• Professional - Professional-grade tools for precision, power, and productivity
• Deluxe - A perfect blend of 2D simplicity and 3D capability
• Standard - 2D drafting made easy, efficient, and precise

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