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What is Advance Steel?

Advance Steel software drives collaboration between engineers and detailers, improving coordination, clarifying design intent, and reducing rework. With Advance Steel, you can:

  • Achieve a seamless design and detailing workflow for projects in BIM

  • Move rapidly from design to fabrication

  • Streamline steel fabrication and installation


Advance Steel overview (video: 1:50 min.)

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

How do I download Advance Steel?

Autodesk provides download and install instructions both for individuals and for administrators. Individuals should sign into their Autodesk Account or education site. Find your product and click View Downloads. Select the version, platform, and language and then select a download method. For more information, visit the Autodesk Knowledge Network.

How long is the Advance Steel free trial?

Trial versions of Autodesk software offer the chance to explore the full capabilities of the latest versions for a limited term (typically 30 days). To cancel a free trial, turn off automatic renewal before the trial period ends. If you were not required to enter a payment method at the start of the trial, it will expire automatically.

How do I extend the Advance Steel free trial?

If your trial expires, you cannot extend the trial period. For short-term needs, you can purchase a monthly subscription and turn off automatic renewal (to limit the length of the paid subscription to one month only) or purchase Flex tokens for a flexible pay-as-you-go plan.

How do I troubleshoot Advance Steel download issues?

If your installation or product download fails, try using the Browser Download method instead (not available in macOS). We recommend disabling pop-up blockers and trying a different browser, such as Chrome or Explorer. For more solutions, check out our guide to troubleshooting Autodesk product download issues.

Where do I download free Advance Steel software for students?

Students and educators can get free one-year educational access to Autodesk products and services, renewable as long as you remain eligible. If you are a student or educator, you can access free Advance Steel software with an Autodesk Education plan.

How do I convert my Advance Steel free trial to a paid subscription?

Launch your trial software and click Subscribe Now on the trial screen or visit the Advance Steel product center. When buying your subscription, enter the same email address and password combination you used to sign in to your trial. Learn more about converting a trial to a paid subscription.

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