CATIA Drawing File
General Information
| Title | CATDrawing File Extension |
| Extension | .catdrawing |
| Full Form | CATIA Drawing File |
| File Type | CAD Drawing File |
| Developer | Dassault Systèmes |
| MIME Type | application/octet-stream |
File Function
| Primary Function | Store 2D drawings |
| Additional Functions | Reference 3D parts, assemblies |
| Features | Dimensioning, Annotations |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High precision |
| Supports Layers | Yes |
| Supports Transparency | Yes |
| Editable | Yes |
Use Cases
| Mechanical Design | Yes |
| Product Lifecycle | Yes |
| Manufacturing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | File corruption |
| Best Practices | Regular backups, Access control |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | Early 1980s |
| Latest Version | Dependent on CATIA version |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .catpart, .catproduct, .cgr |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 CATIA |
Licensed | Windows |
| DraftSight |
Licensed, Free version | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| AutoVue |
Licensed | Windows |