What are the uses for CAD? Discover how computer-aided design is used in a wide range of industries

An engineer finding uses for CAD
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Wondering about the uses for CAD? Computer-aided design software has shaped the evolution of many fields, allowing designers to create both 2D or 3D plans and prototypes of systems, spaces and objects. But what is CAD used for really?

We've reviewed a lot of the best CAD software over the years, and we also have a guide to the best laptops for CAD and AutoCAD. In this guide, we'll look at the uses of CAD in different industries.

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Joe Foley
Freelance journalist and editor

Joe is a regular freelance journalist and editor at Creative Bloq. He writes news, features and buying guides and keeps track of the best equipment and software for creatives, from video editing programs to monitors and accessories. A veteran news writer and photographer, he now works as a project manager at the London and Buenos Aires-based design, production and branding agency Hermana Creatives. There he manages a team of designers, photographers and video editors who specialise in producing visual content and design assets for the hospitality sector. He also dances Argentine tango.