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Quick Links: How to print PDF drawings? I cannot log in the Database? I cannot view DWF drawings? My problem isn't listed on this page? Supported Programs: Internet Explorer 8 Mozilla Firefox 3.6 Adobe Reader 9.3 Autodesk Design Review 2011 * These programs are free and were used to test this page for compatibility. * Programs that are downloaded from our server are in a compressed format. * Newer version of these programs may be out there, but have not been tested for compatibility. * Other competetive programs may work, but are not supported.



How to print a PDF Drawing? There are many ways in which you can print a PDF (Portable Document File). The easiest way is to right-click on the document and select Print. Note: Some drawings may have been published in 11x17 (Ledger) format, and might require you to adjust the page set-up to fit this sheet size. Follow these next steps to accomplish this task: Step-1: Make sure your printer can print 11x17. Step-2: Open the PDF you want to print and save it to your desktop. Step-3: From your desktop; open the PDF, choose file and click Print Set-up. Step-4: Choose the appropriate printer, and change the paper size to Ledger. Hit OK. Step-5: Right-click on the document and select Print.
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I cannot log into the Database? If your password has expired or you cannot obtain access to the website, email Julian@cad-3.com for a valid login and password. If you have a login and password that you know is valid, and you still cannot log into your area of the web site, please make sure you are running the latest version of either Internet Explorer or Firefox. How can I make sure my web browser is up to date? Internet Explorer: Open Internet Explorer, click the tool menu, and click windows update. Follow the instructions on the screen to receive updates that are available for Internet Explorer. Firefox: Open Firefox, click the help menu, then click the check for updates. Follow the instructions on the screen to receive updates that are available.
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I cannot view the Autocad DWF? DWF stands for Drawing Web Format. You do not need to purchase Autocad to view this file type. Autodesk, the creators of Autocad, have a program named Design Review. This program will allow you to view DWF file types from with in your web browser. Click here to download Design-Review 2011 Firefox Notes: Autodesk Design Review 2011 comes with a compatibility add-on for firefox. An issue is noticed when using Firefox and clicking on links inside the file. The link will open Internet Explorer in a new window, and ask you to sign in... again. Just sign in again and use Internet Explorer to view the link.
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My problem isn't listed on this page? If you have noticed any other issues or errors on our website, please contact us and explain in detail the problem. We will try our best to solve it, thanks.
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