ViaCAD 17 2D/3D

Spec sheet

Purpose

ViaCAD 2D/3D is CAD software for creating 2D drawings and 3D designs, including architectural plans, mechanical plans, electrical schematics, and furniture designs.Read 12 Oct 2026 · encore.com

Intended users

The product page describes it as suitable for beginners and intermediate users.Read 12 Oct 2026 · encore.com

Security

Encore says customer-submitted information is encrypted during transmission and downloadable products are scanned and tested for viruses and spyware.Read 12 Oct 2026 · encore.com

Support

Encore provides technical support request submission and an online knowledge base.Read 12 Oct 2026 · encore.com

Headquarters

Novato, California, United StatesRead 28 Sep 2026 · encore.com

2D and 3D views

It offers precision design tools for 2D or 3D creation and lets users quickly toggle between views.Read 12 Oct 2026 · encore.com

AutoCAD compatibility

Encore says ViaCAD supports up-to-date DWG import and export for compatibility with AutoCAD.Read 12 Oct 2026 · encore.com

Drawing aid

LogiCursor suggests the user's next move while drawing.Read 12 Oct 2026 · encore.com

File compatibility

The maker lists DXF/DWG, STL, SVG, 3MF, OBJ, SketchUp, Collada, and ACIS SAT/SAB file support, with import or export availability varying by format.Read 12 Oct 2026 · encore.com

Language

The product is listed as multilingual in English, French, and German.Read 12 Oct 2026 · encore.com

Learning resources

Purchases include access to training tutorials.Read 12 Oct 2026 · encore.com

Maker history and headquarters

Encore's about page says Mike Bell and Michael Wegmann founded Encore Software Inc. in 1994; it lists the company's address as Novato, California.Read 12 Oct 2026 · encore.com

Money-back guarantee

The product page advertises a 30-day money-back guarantee and says terms apply.Read 12 Oct 2026 · encore.com

Units

The product supports both metric and imperial units.Read 12 Oct 2026 · encore.com

Use cases

Listed projects include architectural drawings, remodeling plans, invention prototypes, 3D printer projects, mechanical drawings, furniture, jewelry, and musical instruments.Read 12 Oct 2026 · encore.com

Plans and prices

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Where Specifiction places it

• 3D CAD Software#70 of 797.1