❌ Unstable performance (crash on large DWG) ❌ No updates (security vulnerabilities) ❌ High malware risk ❌ Legal liability for businesses (audit risk) ❌ Missing features (3D, PDF import, tool palettes)

To keep an exact measurement scale, uncheck "Fit to paper size" and manually set the scale to 1:1 or your specific project scale. Step 4: Choose Color Profiles

In recent years, the developers of DraftSight (Dassault Systèmes) transitioned to a paid subscription model. The free version was discontinued, and activation is now required for all usage.