Open DWG Files in AutoCAD Web App

Members with view and download permissions and above can choose to open DWG files in the AutoCAD web app. Members with edit permissions and above can also edit and save DWG files in the AutoCAD web app.

Note: You may need to sign into your Autodesk Account to access the AutoCAD web app.

  1. Click the Files tool

  2. Locate your DWG file

    There are two ways to access the web app:

    • Click the More menu of the relevant DWG file and click Open in AutoCAD (web app)

    • Click the DWG file to open in the viewer. Select the icon at the top right of the screen:

  3. Ensure that your pop-up dialog boxes are enabled to open DWG files in your browser.

    The file will open in the AutoCAD web app ready to view by members with view and download permissions, and view, edit, and save by members with edit permissions and above.

  4. View and edit the DWG file as permissions allow.

  5. Click Save to save your edits.

Once the file has saved in the AutoCAD web app, it will then update in the Files tool.