Convert AutoCAD to USD - 3-Step Drawing Conversion

Convert AutoCAD to USD

AutoCAD to USD Conversion

Get it done in a flash - export AutoCAD drawings to USD with three quick steps:

  1. Install Automesher Application

    Export USD files directly from AutoCAD drawings using Automesher Application - simply install the plugin and restart your CAD software.

  2. Execute USD Export

    Enter AmExportMesh in the command line. Then, select the 3D entities (e.g., Polyface Mesh, Polygon Mesh, 3D Solid, or 3D Face) from your AutoCAD model space that you want to export.

  3. Save as USD File

    Select USD (*.usd, *.usda, *.usdc, *.usdz) as file type, choose the destination folder and file name, then click Save to complete the export.

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DWG AutoCAD Drawing

Autodesk's AutoCAD is a leading software program in the field of Computer Aided Design (CAD). It is renowned for its support of the native DWG drawing format. Widely used by architects, engineers, and designers, AutoCAD enables precise 2D drafting and 3D modeling. Its powerful tools streamline the creation of technical drawings, floor plans, and construction documentation.

Key Features of AutoCAD

  • 2D Drafting & 3D Modeling: Create precise technical drawings and realistic 3D models with a comprehensive set of tools.
  • Customization & Automation: Use AutoLISP, scripts, and ObjectARX (AutoCAD’s advanced API) to build custom applications and automate workflows.
  • Native DWG Support: Work seamlessly with AutoCAD’s proprietary DWG format, ensuring optimal performance, compatibility, and data integrity.
  • Dynamic Blocks: Create intelligent, reusable blocks with adjustable properties.

AutoCAD Drawing Conversion

Automesher Application and Automapki Application are powerful AutoCAD add-ons designed to enhance your design workflow with advanced 3D and GIS capabilities. These applications enable seamless integration of external 3D models and geospatial data directly into your AutoCAD projects. With support for popular 3D formats like STL, SKP, and OBJ, as well as GIS standards including SHP and KML, these tools allow you to incorporate real-world geospatial information and complex 3D models into your CAD environment. Don't limit your AutoCAD designs - expand your possibilities with our Automesher & Automapki applications!


USD Universal Scene Description

Developed by Pixar, is a robust framework for the interchange and collaborative editing of 3D graphics data. It has become essential in the computer graphics industry due to its comprehensive ecosystem that supports large-scale projects.

Key Features of USD and USDZ

  • Modularity and Composability: Manage complex USD scenes by composing separate files, allowing different teams to work simultaneously. This enhances collaboration and reduces the risk of conflicts, enabling efficient workflow management in large projects.
  • Cross-Platform/Application: Ensures USD data fidelity across different software and platforms, facilitating seamless collaboration in diverse environments. This interoperability reduces the need for data conversion and minimizes errors during transfers.
  • Hierarchical Structure: USD files Organize data intuitively, making navigation and manipulation of complex scenes straightforward. This structure simplifies the management of intricate details and relationships within a scene.

USD/USDZ File Conversion

Our Autoconverter and Automesher Application software leverages the industry-leading OpenUSD framework to process USD, USDA, USDC, and USDZ files, delivering flawless and optimized 3D data management. By harnessing OpenUSD's powerful capabilities and exceptional performance, Autoconverter ensures premium-quality conversions, cross-platform compatibility, and efficient workflows for all your 3D content requirements.


AutoCAD vs USD Comparison

Property AutoCAD USD
Extensions .dwg .usd, .usda, .usdc, .usdz
Name AutoCAD Drawing Universal Scene Description
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  • Min: AutoCAD 2010
  • Max: AutoCAD 2026
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