Getting started tutorials
Learn the basics of IronCAD
Get a quick start with IronCAD through this short beginner series. In four short videos, you’ll learn the basics: from installation to your first 3D model.
±15 minutes
Beginner friendly
100% free
Step by step
Follow the videos from installation to program explanation.
1. Installation
±2 minutes
Download and install IronCAD correctly and choose the best options for an optimal start.
In this video:
- Where to find the appropriate installation files
- Which options to choose
- Complete the installation correctly
Tip: One-time optimization
In some Windows environments, it helps to start IronCAD once as Administrator so that all components load correctly.
- Close IronCAD
- Right-click on the IronCAD shortcut
- Choose Start as Administrator
- Shut down IronCAD again
- Then start IronCAD normally
First time startup
At startup, choose between:
- Trial → 30 days free trial
- License → activate with your received license code
2. Start and settings
±2 minutes
Set IronCAD up properly for daily use and load our recommended settings for optimal familiarization with the software.
In this video:
- What to do on the first start
- Navigating to built-in Learning Center and Academy
- Options menu and load recommended settings
3. Drawing modules
±2 minutes
Explaining the modules within the IronCAD environment.
In this video the application of:
- 3D Scene
- Drawing
- Draft
4. Interface of the 3D Scene
±2 minutes
Become familiar with the main components of the 3D environment.
In this video:
- Understanding user interface
- Find key tools
- Drawing structure and library locations
5. Camera Controls
±2 minutes
Learn how to navigate smoothly through your 3D model and view it from any angle you want.
In this video:
- Rotating Around Your 3D Model
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Zooming in and out
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Shifting the Perspective
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Quickly determine the desired viewing direction
6. Catalogs
±2 minutes
Learn how to work with catalogs in IronCAD and how to easily use parts from a library in your design.
In this video:
- Opening and Using Catalogs
- Placing Parts from a Catalog into the 3D Scene
- Working with Standard and Custom Catalogs
- Where to Find Additional Libraries
Need more catalogs?
Visit the Libraries page for additional IronCAD libraries and downloads.
Useful files
Use these files during tutorials.
Recommended settings
Load recommended settings for an optimal start.
View recommended settings
Sample files
Download sample templates to practice with right away.
View templates
After this series, you can
- Installing and starting IronCAD
- Load basic settings correctly
- Navigating the 3D Scene
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