FreeCAD and DWG Import

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Why Can't I Import DWG Files into FreeCAD?

What Do I Need To Be Able To Import DWG Files?

What Are The Alternatives?

DraftSight

There is a free commercial program called Draft Sight (http://www.3ds.com/products-services/draftsight/overview/) that can import most DWG files and can save and export in formats that are friendly to FreeCAD.

Export Your AutoCAD files in Friendly Format

Exporting your AutoCAD files in a more FreeCAD friendly format, Like DXF R12 or R14, SVG, and if version supports it IGES, are better alternatives to the DWG format.


What Can I Do To Help

Promote the use of alternative formats

Simply put, stop accepting work done in DWG format. In practice, this is often easier said than done. Still, it would not be bad practice for users and supporters of FreeCAD to avoid and reject the DWG format whenever possible.