AutoCAD 2018 for Mac introduced several workflow-improving features and a modernized interface designed specifically for macOS users. Core Interface & Usability Improvements Modernized Interface: AutoCAD 2018 for Mac
Note: Performance tested on macOS High Sierra (10.13) with 16GB RAM and SSD. autocad 2018 for mac new
PDF Import Enhancements: You can now import geometry, SHX font files, fills, and raster images from a PDF directly into your drawing as AutoCAD objects. It includes an SHX text recognition tool to convert imported PDF geometry into editable text. Price: ~$1,690/year or $215/month (at the time)
Combine Text: Use the SHX Text Recognition tool to convert geometry imported from PDF files into editable MText. Key Text Features in 2018 for Mac System Requirements for AutoCAD 2018 Mac (New Installation)
| Component | Requirement | |-----------|-------------| | OS | macOS High Sierra (10.13), Mojave (10.14), or Catalina (10.15) | | Processor | 64-bit Intel CPU (no Apple Silicon native support) | | RAM | 4 GB (8 GB recommended) | | Display | 1280 x 800 (Retina recommended) | | Storage | 3 GB free disk space | | Graphics | OpenGL 3.3+ with 1 GB VRAM |