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3D modeling and drawing

While there are similarities between 3D drawing and 3D modeling, there are also differences. Learn more about these differences below.

What is 3D drawing?

3D drawing is one of the most commonly used techniques by architects, civil construction professionals, and graphic designers. It allows builders to tackle the geometric elements of height, width, and depth in their 3D projects. These projections rely on visual perspective and aspect analysis to project a complex object for viewing capability on a simpler plane.

What is a 3D modeling?

3D modeling is a technique in computer graphics for producing a 3D digital representation of any object or surface. An engineer or designer uses special software to manipulate points in virtual space (called vertices) to form a mesh: a collection of vertices that form an object.

What’s the difference between 3D modeling and 3D drawing?

While 2D drawing only shows length and width, 3D projects also show volume and depth in a project. Modeling three-dimensional solid features often begins with creating a two-dimensional sketch that defines a portion of the shape of your part. Sketching involves the creation of lines, arcs, circles, and dimensions.

Autodesk offers numerous software platforms for 3D drawing, including AutoCAD, Fusion 360, and Inventor.

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3D drawing software

  • 2D and 3D CAD tools, with enhanced insights, AI-automations, and collaboration features. Subscription includes AutoCAD on desktop, web, mobile, and seven specialized toolsets.

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  • Professional-grade product design and engineering tools for 3D mechanical design, simulation, visualization, and documentation.

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  • Plan, design, construct, and manage buildings with powerful tools for Building Information Modeling.

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  • 3D modeling, animation, and rendering software for games and design visualization

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  • Cloud-based 3D CAD/CAM/CAE software for product design

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  • Drawing and painting app for sketching ideas quickly and creating beautiful illustrations.

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See how customers are using 3D drawing software

  • LIGHTNING MOTORCYCLE

    Breaking the battery barrier

    Electric motorcycle builders out-raced the gasoline-powered competition with a superbike developed with generative design and 3D printed prototypes

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  • ROKION

    Designing from the (under)ground up

    Manufacturer of heavy-duty electric vehicles for mining streamlines design and manufacturing with Autodesk Inventor and Vault

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  • HYUNDAI MOTOR GROUP

    Driving mobility innovation with generative design

    Hyundai Motor Group’s New Horizons Studio is pushing the boundaries of vehicle design with walking car concept

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3D drawing tutorials for beginners

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  • AUTOCAD

    Learn everything you need to make 3D drawings for your projects, and get the latest news and information about our software.

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  • REVIT

    Have questions on how to create projects? Learn the basics to begin working with our tools and learn more about this software created specifically for BIM.

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  • INVENTOR

    Whether you are getting to know Inventor or are an experienced 3D CAD user, check out these tutorials to see how you can make our software work for you.

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3D drawing software resources

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FAQs on 3D drawing

Below you’ll find answers to the questions we get asked the most about 3D drawing and Autodesk’s software.