CADinTools is a specialized third-party VBA macro suite designed for CorelDRAW and Corel DESIGNER. It adds an extra toolbar tailored specifically for engineering, architecture, mechanical drafting, and precise technical drawing. Key Features of CADinTools
CADinTools bridges the gap between vector illustration software and standard CAD functionality through several high-utility tools: 📐 Scaling & Coordinates
Drawing Scale: Sets active document scaling so your real-world dimensions translate accurately to your digital workspace.
Set Origin of Coordinates: Manually re-defines your custom point of origin (0,0) anywhere on the drawing canvas. 📈 Curve & Node Editing
Curve Edition: Divides curves into “n” equal parts or at exact segment lengths. It can also automatically create tangents or bisectors between two distinct lines.
Shape Transformation: Allows precision adjustments directly to paths, segments, and nodes rather than scaling the bounding box blindly. 🗺️ Projection & Development
Isometric Projections: Automatically transforms 2D shapes into Isometric Left, Isometric Right, or Top views without manual angle calculation.
Surface Development: flattens or unfolds certain types of geometric surfaces from 3D logic down to 2D paths. 📝 Utility Tools
Selection Filter: Isolates and manipulates specific shape groups or properties within dense, complex technical layouts.
Information Tool: Instantly reads out real-world lengths, areas, or the exact spatial distance between two plotted points.
Quick Text Editor: Batch-modifies text objects by appending text to the beginning or end, or executing mass character replacements. Tutorial: Installation & Basic Use Step 1: Install the Macro Package Completely close out of CorelDRAW.
Download and run the official Setup_cad4cdr.exe installer file.
Follow the installation wizard prompts to choose your preferred interface language. Step 2: Activate the CAD Toolbar in CorelDRAW Open CorelDRAW.
Head to the top menu and select Tools ➡️ Scripts ➡️ Run Script… (or Macros ➡️ Play… in older versions).
Look into the Macros in drop-down menu and choose the jm.add_CADtoolBar project.
Highlight the initialization macro and click Run to generate the floating CAD tool panel. Step 3: Using the Curve Divider Tool (Example) Select any line or curve object inside your canvas.
Click the Curve Edition button on your new CADinTools toolbar. Choose the Divide Curves feature.
Set your choice: either input n Parts (e.g., divide into 4 equal blocks) or choose a Length x (e.g., mark a node every 20 mm).
Click apply to automatically plant new nodes or marks directly along your shape path. To help tailor this, please let me know: Which version of CorelDRAW are you running?
What specific design task (like isometric drafting or scale calculations) are you trying to accomplish?
I can then provide step-by-step instructions for that exact workflow! AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more CADinTools Software – VBA Macros for CorelDRAW
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