ZWCAD is a computer-aided design (CAD) software application developed by ZWSOFT, a software company headquartered in Guangzhou, China.
The software is primarily used for two-dimensional drafting and design, and supports the DWG file format, enabling compatibility with other CAD systems. It provides an interface and workflow similar to other popular CAD applications, supporting users familiar with software like AutoCAD.
ZWCAD is available in 15 languages and has more than 1,400,000 users from over 90 countries and regions. The latest software version is ZWCAD 2026. In 2026, ZWCAD is listed in G2âÂÂs Best Software Awards in the CAD & PLM category.
ZWCAD supports widely used 2D CAD file formats, including DWG, DWT, DXF, DWF, allowing users to open, edit, and save standard CAD drawings.
Its user interface and operation are similar to those of other 2D CAD software, which facilitates familiarity for users with prior CAD experience.
ZWCAD is available on Microsoft Windows, while a Linux version is provided exclusively for the Chinese market.
There are various versions of ZWCAD, such as the following:
In addition, ZWSOFT has launched a mobile CAD application called " ZWCAD mobile", which supports basic functions such as browsing drawings and drawing modifications.