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How can I convert a DWG file back to an older release?
The easiest way to save a drawing file back to an older format is to use the SAVEAS command and select the format required under 'Files of Type'. This table shows backward compatibility for AutoCAD releases: Release DWG formats DXF formats 2008 2007, 2004, 2000, R14 2007, 2004, 2000, ...
How do I make a PDF drawing?
A common misconception about PDF drawings is that the process is to convert a DWG file format to a PDF file format. A PDF file is a digital 'paper' plot of the drawing, not an actual hardcopy paper plot of the drawing. Since a PDF file is generally a raster image file, it can be modifed by any c ...