GeneralCAD
GeneralCAD is a free, browser-based 2D CAD application for creating precise technical drawings and drafts.
What GeneralCAD is
GeneralCAD is a free, browser-based 2D CAD application for creating precise technical drawings and drafts. Its drawing tools include lines, arcs, circles, rectangles, polygons, stars, paths, freehand marks, arrows, and editing operations such as chamfer, offset, mirror, rotate, move, copy, trim, extend, and fill. Users can add text, tables, dimensions, angles, and rulers. Object snapping, construction guides, distance and angle measurement, and paper-size layouts support precise work. Drawings can be exported to SVG, printed, or generated as PDF files. The application runs on desktop and mobile devices without installation or sign-up. Its interface also includes image and SVG insertion tools, layers, groups, and an AI tool. GeneralCAD recommends Google Chrome for the best experience. The maker says the site is under development and invites users to report problems. Listed support options include email, Discord, a feedback form, tutorials, and a bug report form.
Good
- Free to use
- No installation or sign-up required
- Works on desktop and mobile
- Exports SVG and generates PDF files
- Includes snapping and measurement tools
Watch out
- Site is under development
- Google Chrome is recommended
Who it suits
GeneralCAD suits people who need browser-based 2D drafting on desktop or mobile without installing software or signing up. It may also suit users who want drawing tools and basic precision aids at no cost.
Verdict
GeneralCAD offers a broad set of 2D drawing and annotation tools in a free browser-based app. The maker’s under-development notice and Chrome recommendation are worth considering before relying on it for a project.
Plans and prices
From GeneralCAD's own pricing page, checked 4 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| GeneralCAD | Free | Free browser based 2D CAD drawing; no installation or sign-up required |
The facts
Each one read from GeneralCAD's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Annotations
- Users can add text, tables, dimensions, angles and rulers to drawings.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Development status
- The maker says the site is under development and asks users to report anything broken.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Drawing tools
- Drawing tools include lines, arcs, circles, rectangles, polygons, stars, paths, freehand, arrows, chamfer, offset, mirror, rotate, move, copy, trim, extend and fill.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Export
- Drawings can be exported to SVG or printed or generated as PDF files.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Notable interface features
- The drawing interface includes image and SVG insertion tools, an AI tool, layers and groups.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Precision tools
- The product offers object snapping, construction guides, distance and angle measurement, and paper size layouts.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- GeneralCAD is a browser based 2D CAD application for creating precise technical drawings and drafts.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Support
- The homepage lists an email contact, Discord, a feedback form, tutorials and a bug report form.checked 4 Oct 2026
Where it runs
- Browser based
- The application runs entirely in the browser and requires no installation or sign up.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Browser recommendation
- The site recommends Google Chrome for the best experience.checked 4 Oct 2026
- Devices
- The site says GeneralCAD works on desktop and mobile devices.checked 4 Oct 2026
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