﻿Hot Door CADtools 11

Welcome to Hot Door CADtools - a complete technical illustration solution for Adobe Illustrator CS6, CC 2013, CC 2014, CC 2015, CC 2017, and CC 2018 on Mac or Windows. CADtools allows users to draw, edit, and dimension objects in scale within Illustrator using 13 panels and 92 drawing, editing, dimensioning, construction, and labeling tools, along with hundreds of live symbols. The CADtools plug-in mimics Illustrator's tool behavior for designers seeking a creative, easy-to-use alternative to complex CAD applications. 

CADtools 11 celebrates design in the details with smart new features that fine-tune dimension styles, labels, and point location. A new Detail tool automatically generates a close-up view of artwork. The details of billable time are now trackable with the automated CADtimesheet, while workspace details are quickly accomplished with the new CAD Document dialog. Questions about CAD details can be quickly resolved with our free and friendly technical support using the new integrated Live Chat option inside CADhelp.

CADtools 11.1.5 release notes
* Japanese localization fixes

CADtools 11.1.4 release notes
* Fixed a witness line drawing bug
* Added some missing Japanese translations

CADtools 11.1.3 release notes
* Added new preferences for dimension and label format menus to retain selected art settings
* Fixed a bug that prevented witness lines from drawing while snapping
* Fixed a bug that prevented CADtracker from resizing objects on the Dimension layer

CADtools 11.1.2 release notes
* Fixed a bug that caused CADshortcuts Presets to reset scale
* Fixed a bug that prevented objects on sublayers from responding to CADtracker
* Fixed a bug that caused repeated objects to ignore the clipping mask settings in CADtracker
* Fixed a bug that caused subpanels of subpanels to disappear
* Fixed a bug that prevented value changes in subpanel fields from being stored
* Fixed a bug that prevented subpanel fields from losing tab focus when dismissed
* Fixed a bug that prevented tabbing through fields in Illustrator panels when docked to CADtools panels
* Fixed the text color in dark UI comboboxes
* Fixed a bug that caused CADrulers to be drawn on top of Illustrator rulers
* Fixed tab order in CADdimensions and CADlabels subpanels
* Fixed a CADtracker alignment issue when using the Japanese UI

CADtools 11.1.1 release notes
* Fixed several UI issues on Windows High-PPI displays

CADtools 11.1 release notes
* Compatibility with Adobe Illustrator CC 2018
* Detail tool fixes

What's new in CADtools 11
* Compatibility with broad range of versions - Adobe Illustrator CS6 to CC 2018
* Live chat tech support within CADhelp panel
* Span Dimension tools with boxed dimension text style for UX design
* Tag labels for material call-outs
* Detail tool for generating close-up views of CAD artwork
* Constrained Nudge in CADtracker for adjusting objects in increments of .1 pt
* CADtimesheet for tracking billable time in documents
* CADdocument dialog for creating new documents with CAD sheet sizes, presets, and title blocks
* Dimension and label color options
* Rotating label shapes
* Optional unit changes after size limits are reached
* Layer scales are now optionally added to layer names
* Improvements in measure distance tool
* Resizable strokes and effects when changing scale
* Dimension text options including leading, kerning, tracking and scaling
* Preference for annotator font sizes
* Option to change layers when accidentally drawing into the dimension layer
* Full retina support
* Dozens of UX improvements including tool tips, sub-panels and collapsable panel sections

Core features of CADtools 11
* 2D drawing and walls
* Standard or custom scale defined per document or per Illustrator layer
* Precision drawing tools for 2D and isometric or axonometric objects
* Scaled snapping CADgrids and CADrulers
* On-screen info while dragging objects in scale
* Full screen cursor that automatically snaps to all anchor points in its path
* CAD line tool offers superior control for connecting lines and constraining angles
* Offset tool uses visual feedback or numeric input
* Wall tool includes sliding adjustment and visual feedback
* Door and window insertion tools include styles and visual feedback
* Access hundreds of symbols of architecture, people, and landscaping
* Hot Door CORE™ technology improves speed, performance and prompt release of updates for Ai Creative Cloud compatibility

Tables and titles
* Table tool for making labels and charts
* Title block tool for professional drawings with revision notes

Axonometric/isometric drawing
* Easy axonometric tools for creating shapes and objects with front, side, and top views
* Project or dimension flat art in axonometric view
* Axonometric dimensions complement axonometric objects

Dimensioning
* Universal dimension tool
* Span dimension tool
* Live dimensions link to objects and respond to artwork changes (optional)
* Dimension appearances can be fine-tuned for creative, professional identity
* Dimensions can be edited as custom text
* Dimension text slides freely or constrains
* Dimension text can be boxed and filled with color
* Dual dimensions and tolerances
* Chain and datum dimension tools
* Support for international number format and multiple languages
* Bézier length and curve dimensions
* Compact fractions for a professional appearance

Labeling
* Label tools feature auto-incrementing numbers, letters, geometry or custom text
* Specialized multiple leader labels, tag labels, datums and revision labels
* Labels can be adjusted by color, style, appearance, and shape rotation
* Revision bubble marks text or objects quickly
* Add scale markers to maps and other designs with the Scale Line tool

Transformation and editing
* Path divider tool cuts or marks any path, including radial objects
* Create offsets for vector paths, including numeric control
* Repeat objects in grid or along path with numeric precision
* Resize art in scale with proportion and scaled type tools
* Smart trim and extend tools save time in editing multiple paths
* Corner profile tool for shaping corners
* Fillet and chamfer tools for quick editing of object corners
* Scaled move, transform, area transform, and constrained nudge in CADtracker
* Instant calculation of area, perimeter, length of any path or set of paths

Measurement (Utility tools)
* Measure distance tool - click-drag to calculate distance in scale
* Measure scale tool - click-drag to create a custom scale like a map legend

Shortcuts and instructions
* CADhelp includes live chat, context-sensitive user guide, and 1-minute video tutorials
* CADdashboard provides quick access to all tools and panels
* CADshortcuts panel that makes it easy to change units and precision globally
* CADpresets make it easy to load and define settings for every CADtools panel
* Individual preset files can be shared with colleagues
* Auto dimensions apply to document or selected artwork

Language support
* CADtools can be used in English, Japanese, Simplified and Traditional Chinese independent of the OS language setting

INSTALLATION
Quit Illustrator if it is already running. Double-click the installer file named "Install CADtools 11”. For each chosen version of Illustrator, "CADtools.aip" will be installed in the Illustrator "Plug-ins" folder. Launch Illustrator to begin using CADtools.

ACTIVATING
If Hot Door CADtools 11 has been purchased, then it must be activated to operate. After CADtools has been installed, an activation dialog will open during the next launch of Illustrator. Enter the serial number and click OK to make all tools, scales, and features available. An Internet connection is required in order to activate CADtools.

PURCHASING
CADtools can be purchased from the Hot Door online store at <http://www.hotdoor.com/> or by calling Hot Door toll-free 1-888-236-9540 in the United States and Canada (+1 949 280 3010 international). CADtools 11 is US $379. Upgrades from CADtools 8, 9 and 10 are US $229. CADtools 11 cannot be upgraded from versions 1-7. Hot Door accepts MasterCard, Visa, and American Express credit cards, and payment by PayPal or bank wire transfer can be arranged.

DEMO VERSION
CADtools will run as either a 7-day, fully-functional trial or a feature-limited demo until a valid serial number is entered in the CADtools activation window. The 7-day trial places no restrictions on any tools or panels. The demo version is limited to six of the eight top-level tools (CAD Rectangle, Horizontal Dimension by Line, Axonometric Rectangle, Horizontal Axonometric Dimension by Line, Dimension Redo, and Label tool). The labels are limited to a curved leader and a circular border, and all labels will say "Demo" as well. The demo is also limited to 1:3 scale. All other tools and scales are disabled. Both the trial and demo include several sample live symbols, but not the entire collection. Upon purchase, a valid serial number can be entered and the trial or demo will be converted to the full version and the complete live symbol library can be downloaded and installed. An internet connection is required on the first launch in order to setup the 7-day trial.

USER GUIDE
A complete user guide is included in the CADhelp panel.

Hot Door offers a 90-day money-back guarantee and free technical support to customers and registered users.

ON-LINE FAQ
Frequently asked questions about CADtools are answered on the Hot Door web site at <http://www.hotdoor.com/>

TECHNICAL SUPPORT
Registered users are eligible for free technical support. Please fill out our technical support online form at <http://www.hotdoor.com/> or call 949-280-3010 or send e-mail to knock@hotdoor.com.


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