Deltacad texturing5/10/2023 ![]() Let me give you an example of what I am thinking of projects to design and view with the CAD. I will be giving this message a couple more days, then will be thanking everyone.Īs to your first reply and question asked. ![]() InMyOpinion-I was unable to go to sleep, so got up and checked e-mail. However, I'm not sure it is an appropriate tact in this instance.Best regards. I know it is often "cool" to be gung ho about implementing technology. I think you'll be frustrated, though, (as I have been), and want only to say so-to offset some of the positive suggestions that may be misleading. And you knew you could try any CAD you like long before you submitted the question. Too often I've seen design flaws in my thinking while sketching that could be hidden by s/w that automatically shoots a line from one point to another (and knows nothing about operating a shop tool).SketchUp is unique and clever. These two alternative means allow and sometimes compel focus on joinery and hands on cutting and assembly. You've got to really want the outcome and be patient about producing it.For me, the time spent with woodworking or cabinet CAD is better applied to pencil and paper and/or model building. I find it to be a good way to exhibit nonexistent product(s)-but a mediocre means of preparing to build.I've spent hundreds of hours with CAD home design, and had some rewarding results but it's been tough. It is important to be clear about what you want from CAD. Although respectful of your wishes and the suggestions thus far provided you, I feel the technology that you (and I) want has not yet arrived. I want to go on record as one to discourage this particular ambition of yours. One of the programs you did not yet read about, according to your list, is by AutoCad and it is called AutoCad LT, simpler than the full blown AutoCad but still with enough features to allow you to produce professional quality drawings that are compatible with the full blown version of AutoCad. All the programs you mentioned are able to give you acceptable finished products. If yes, then you will need a more involved program. Try it for a while and you will see if you want more than it will allow you to do. It also offers features that are fun to use and amazing to view as a finished product. The Google program is a good place to start because it is free at the startup level. ![]() True, you think that right now you will limit your involvement to simple sketches, but if you like it, you may decide to get deeper into the details. There is a learning curve for all the programs you mentioned so you need to decide how far you will want to go. Your recommendations will be welcome and appreciated.Ĭomputer Assisted Drawing is great, and for someone that is technically inclined, and learning to use a CAD program will be more fun than playing games on a computer. I’m not inclined in that direction, and, besides, I am already married 52 years. Ha! That don’t sound right considering the gender of most of those who will reply. If I give you people any more personal information, we may have to get married. From experience with my other knee replacement, I expect there will be time when this is about all I will be inclined to do. I expect to have knee replacement surgery in March or April. And, that is regarding time to learn and practice the CAD program. I need to add one more bit of information. I am willing to devote time to learning how to use the program, but do not want the time period to be long and protracted. Like most retirees, now-a-days, I am involved in civic and church activities which I try to keep at a minimum. I have a shop and woodworking tools sufficient to tackle the type projects mentioned above.Ĩ. I believe I am fairly computer literate, especially considering my age and lack of any computer background in school or work.ħ. I do what I think will be fun and includes learning experiences.Ħ. I do a variety of woodworking projects from cabinetry to small boxes and jewelry chests. My work background was primarily in management in a large steel mill and management of a small production company that primarily involved a machine shop. My education includes a BBA degree in Industrial Management.Ĥ. I am an amateur hobbyist woodworker and have been for 35+ years.ģ. Here is some background information about me:ġ. I have read some about Alibre Design 9.1 A9CAD Delta CAD Program Sketchup by Google.6 and Turbo CAD. ![]() My current thoughts are that a program that would allow me to make drawings and plans similar to the ones we see in woodworking magazines would be sufficient. I read a lot of them, but they do not seem to help much in my thinking and decision on CAD’s. I have been thinking (AGAIN !) about getting and using a CAD program.
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