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Identify DWG or DXF format version Online

Read a DWG or DXF format family locally before opening or converting the drawing.

Unsupported entities are reported during analysis. The original stays on your device.

How to use

  1. Select a DWG or DXF.
  2. Read its format code and compatible family.
  3. Use this information when choosing an export option in your CAD application.

What this tool does

The header identifies a format family, not necessarily the exact application year that saved the file. AC1027 means 2013–2017 and AC1032 means 2018–2026. A file compatible with 2026 can therefore use the 2018 format name. This utility inspects the header; it does not validate file integrity or convert DWG.

Check with a sample file

The sample plan has a 600 × 400-unit rectangle, a 100-unit opening, an arc and EditFull text. In the PDF, the rectangle is 432 × 288 points: the 3:2 ratio should remain. Compare input and output using these values; the file is not a construction drawing.

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Frequently asked questions

Is my drawing uploaded?

These CAD tools process files in your browser. Selecting a file does not upload it for server conversion.