Frequently Asked Questions

What is DWG Viewer?

Microspot DWG Viewer is an easy to use app for viewing your AutoCAD DWG and DXF files from your PC on the Mac. Open your DWG and DXF files with ease and without file size restrictions, then annotate them with your own comments. In addition you’ll be able to save your annotated DWG files as a flattened scaleable PDF file.

What are the system requirements DWG Viewer?

DWG Viewer for Mac requires any Mac running Mac OS X 10.10.5 or later

Is there a DWG Viewer Trial available for Mac?

Yes, there is a free trial version available for DWG Viewer. The trial is not time limited, but you will not be able to export as PDF or print. The trial download is available from the Free Trial page.

Where can I buy DWG Viewer?

DWG Viewer for Mac is availble from our Pricing page for $49.00

Can I open a DWG File created on my PC?

Yes, you can open your windows DWG files. Sometimes if the file contains fills and hatchings they will not be included.

Can I edit the DWG Files using DWG Viewer?

DWG Viewer allows you to view and annotate your DWG drawings. MacDraft Pro allows you to edit and save DWG files.

Can I select the Scale and Units in DWG Viewer?

Yes, DWG viewer allows you to define the scale and units of the DWG file before you open it. Or if you prefer DWG Viewer can open the file automtically using the default settings for the file.

What files can DWG Viewer open?

DWG 2000 (AC1015) - AutoCAD 2000, AutoCAD 2000i, AutoCAD 2002
DWG 2004 (AC1018) - AutoCAD 2004, AutoCAD 2005, AutoCAD 2006
DWG 2007 (AC1021) - AutoCAD 2007, AutoCAD 2008, AutoCAD 2009
DWG 2010 (AC1024) - AutoCAD 2010, AutoCAD 2011, AutoCAD 2012
DWG 2013 (AC1027) - AutoCAD 2013, AutoCAD 2014, AutoCAD 2015, AutoCAD 2016, AutoCAD 2017

Compatible DXF file formats

DWG Viewer 2.0 can now open MacDraft 6.2 (MD60) - MacDraft 5.6, MacDraft 6.0, MacDraft 6.1 MacDraft 6.2 file formats for viewing your MacDraft documents.

Do I need to upload my files to the web before opening?

DWG Viewer lets you open your files from anywhere on your system and external devices, internet is not required.

Can I control the layers in DWG Viewer?

Yes, DWG Viewer shows the layers and allows you to control the visibility of the layers by clicking the eye symbol.

How do I contact you?

To contact the the Microspot DWG Viewer Team about using DWG Viewer or to report bugs, email support@microspot.co.uk.
For general inquiries, send an email to sales@microspot.co.uk. You can also fill out a Contact Form or use our Live Chat facility.