We need to know if AutoCAD 2024, will have a new DWG format/version (Newer than DWG 2018 version)

[strangby]

Hi,

Does anyone know if  AutoCAD 2024, will have a new DWG version/format (Newer than DWG 2018 version/format).

Or will it still be the same DWG 2018-version?

When will AutoCAD 2024 be realeased?

For which AutoCAD version will Autodesk change to new DWG- version/format ? (If not on AutoCAD 2024)

Regards

Hans Strängby

BIM/CAD/GIS-samordnare

Building Information Management Stockholm

[paullimapa]

The answer will be revealed within the month again based on historical release data

[RobDraw]

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@JohnPachol wrote:

Based on history, I think we're overdue for a new DWG format.

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A number of years ago Autodesk announced that a .dwg format change wouldn't be necessary on a regular basis and would only happen on an as needed basis and most likely would be due to drastic changes in OSs or firmware.

At least, that's the gist of the statement the way I remember it.

[paullimapa]

here's your chance to find out for sure:

Discover What's New in AutoCAD 2024 - Autodesk Community - AutoCAD

[aRES_Mueller]

Based in the official product help for AutoCAD 2024, there will be no new .dwg-Version.

https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/autocad/troubleshooting/caas/downloads/content/download-insta...

[thilak.rao]

Autodesk typically breaks the dwg format every 3 releases. So you could expect that.

[RSomppi]

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@thilak.rao wrote:

Autodesk typically breaks the dwg format every 3 releases. So you could expect that.

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Not in the past ten years. The last change (2018) had a 5 year gap in front of it. See message #40.

[RobDraw]

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@autodesk.student.soft.2023 wrote:

Hello.

In beta 2024, no new dwg version. Same 2018 dwg.

Best regards.

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@jggerth wrote:

Anyone who knows is under NDA.  If you want to find out, you'll need to join the Beta program.  And then you'll be under NDA and can't talk about it.

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See message #2.

[honkinberry]

I am still fascinated as to why OP would need to know if it has a new DWG version.

At worst case, it would mean setting all new 2024 installs to save as 2018, so I just don't understand how there could be any issue?

--J

[RobDraw]

He answered that question.

[honkinberry]

By saying a new DWG version would push them to upgrade a GIS plugin?
That makes no sense.

Hence, I'm still curious how a new DWG version would affect anything other than the need to set default Save As version.

--J

[RobDraw]

He described a need to know. Why does it matter to you?

BTW, a simple save as to an older version isn't always adequate for newer features and elements. Your analysis is flawed.

[honkinberry]

Wow dude, attitude much?

My analysis is flawed?  I raise a valid point, in wondering what is so imperative about knowing if a version will change.  That is an entirely valid question, as his concern might be misplaced.  So by knowing the nature of the concern, we might be able to suggest a different solution.

@honkinberry  Editited by moderation; please follow forum rules and etiquette.

https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/community-user-guides/community-rules-and-etiquette/m-p/9581007#M24

--J

[RobDraw]

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@honkinberry wrote:

My analysis is flawed? 

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Yes.

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@honkinberry wrote:

I raise a valid point

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I explained why it is invalid. Accept the fact and stop being super sensitive.

[cadffm]

You are really off the track, with all of your feedback.

[michael_ball]

2000, 2004, 2007, 2010, 2013, & then 2018 all came w new dwg format, one might have believed that 2023 would have as well. It might not be unreasonable to expect 2024 will; as they've not ever gone this long without changing it & prior nearly every release came w a new one.

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[RobDraw]

Since two Beta testers already spilled the beans that it won't be changing, it might be unreasonable to expect a change.

[michael_ball]

Ah, well, I never hear anything until it's been released & the promo hype is in full swing. Only thought yesterday that it must be coming out soon, it is near the end of March...

Not that it has ever much mattered to me at any place I've worked & I've always downsaved for a few months as needed...

[honkinberry]

Off the track how?

I'm trying to understand, why it would matter so much to a workflow, to know if there's a new DWG version. That's off the track?

Over the years, I've been part of several different solutions to deal with incompatible file versions.  I've engineered a batch file processor to downsave files.  I've recorded mouse clicks to automate saving of thousands of files.  And I've pushed out AutoCAD configs to specify a lower default save as version.

So I'm quite curious, how someone would have an issue with a new version.  OP has implied that his GIS integration would be affected.  This assumes a rather critical point, that his GIS integration has no chance of being upgraded, which is a stretch, right?  Or does he just want plenty of time to budget for a possible software upgrade?  If so, why not just say that?

As @michael_ball mentions, whenever it's been an issue in the past, we just downsave as necessary.  Which is by far how a new version hits most users.

And thus why I'm curious about OP's situation.

That's off the track?

--J

[cadffm]

Hi,

>>"I'm trying to understand, why it would matter so much to a workflow, to know if there's a new DWG version. That's off the track?"

No.

>>" Or does he just want plenty of time to budget for a possible software upgrade? If so, why not just say that?

I don't know, I am not the one.. I think he have the answer he was after and leaved the place.

@strangby Come on, tell us more (please), so we can see more clear.

honkin: >>"So I'm quite curious, how someone would have an issue with a new version."

It starts with running projects, for running projects it is very usual to get trouble if you are using Versions with different native DWG versions, so have have to plan.

But TO has some plugIns, 3rd. party and own programmed software...

Your last answer sounds you are knowing enough to know what can be a reason in theorie, like:

Have to plan budget, have to order, have to test.... or you have to test and edit your own programs.

Think about a program what is reading the dwgversion from the files to list them as additional column,

or to fill a database with such tools  and and and.

you need to update such a program. 100 other ideas why it could be important.

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Note, my "Off track" was directed to the reply-part what is Editited by moderation now

and because of the fact that there a a lot of reasons why it is important (and why saveas in older DWG version isn't a solution.

But your first reply was to Rob, that's the first and main mistake 🤣

your second fail was commented by Rob: BTW, a simple save as to ...Your analysis is flawed

and he is right. Saveas in older version can be the biggest fail in some situations,

also a simple open&save in the newer version.

[honkinberry]

Saveas can be a fail in situations?  Sure, in some situations.

In *this* situation, where you have a legacy GIS platform that can only import the old version, then it's not an issue, as your GIS platform can't do anything with the new features anyway.

Analysis correct. 😉

--J