.GXD File Extension

General CADD Pro Drawing

Developer	General CADD Products
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Format	.GXD
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What is an GXD file?

The .GXD file extension is associated with General CADD Pro, a computer-aided design (CAD) software developed by General CADD Products, Inc. These files are used to store vector-based drawings, designs, and schematics created within the General CADD Pro application.

More Information.

General CADD Pro was developed as a powerful yet user-friendly CAD software aimed at professionals and hobbyists in the fields of architecture, engineering, and construction. The .GXD file format was introduced as the primary format for saving and exchanging drawings created with the software. Its purpose was to provide a reliable and efficient way to store detailed CAD drawings, including all necessary design elements and metadata.

Origin Of This File.

The .GXD file format was developed by General CADD Products, Inc. to provide a native file format for its CAD software, General CADD Pro. This format is tailored to meet the specific needs of the software’s users, offering an efficient way to save and manage CAD drawings and projects.

File Structure Technical Specification.

The .GXD file format is a binary file format, optimized for storing complex vector graphics and CAD data.

It typically includes:

Drawing Elements: Lines, arcs, circles, text, and other geometric shapes.
Layers: Different layers for organizing various components of the drawing.
Attributes: Properties and attributes of drawing elements, such as color, line style, and thickness.
Metadata: Information about the drawing, such as author, date created, and other relevant details.
References: Links to external resources or references used in the drawing.

How to Convert the File?

Windows:

Using General CADD Pro:
- Open the .GXD file in General CADD Pro.
- Go to the “File” menu and select “Save As” or “Export.”
- Choose the desired format (e.g., .DWG or .DXF) from the available options.
- Click “Save” to convert and save the file in the selected format.

Linux:

Using Wine with General CADD Pro:
- Install Wine on your Linux system.
- Download and install General CADD Pro using Wine.
- Open the .GXD file in General CADD Pro.
- Follow the steps mentioned in the Windows section to convert the file.

macOS:

Using Wine with General CADD Pro:
- Install Wine on your macOS system (using tools like Homebrew or MacPorts).
- Download and install General CADD Pro using Wine.
- Open the .GXD file in General CADD Pro.
- Follow the steps mentioned in the Windows section to convert the file.

Android:

Using Remote Desktop Applications:
- Install a remote desktop application on your Android device (e.g., Microsoft Remote Desktop).
- Connect to a Windows PC where General CADD Pro is installed.
- Open the .GXD file in General CADD Pro.
- Follow the steps mentioned in the Windows section to convert the file.

iOS:

Using Remote Desktop Applications:
- Install a remote desktop application on your iOS device (e.g., Microsoft Remote Desktop).
- Connect to a Windows PC where General CADD Pro is installed.
- Open the .GXD file in General CADD Pro.
- Follow the steps mentioned in the Windows section to convert the file.

Others:

Using Web-Based CAD Tools:
- Convert the .GXD file to a common format like .DWG or .DXF using General CADD Pro on a compatible platform (Windows, Linux, or macOS).
- Upload the converted file to a web-based CAD tool like Autodesk A360 or Onshape.
- Open and edit the file using the features provided by the web-based CAD tool.

Advantages And Disadvantages.

Advantages:

Efficiency: Optimized for storing complex CAD data in a compact format.
Integration: Seamless integration with General CADD Pro software, ensuring compatibility and ease of use.
Features: Supports advanced CAD features like layers, attributes, and references.

Disadvantages:

Proprietary Format: Limited compatibility with other CAD software, requiring specific tools to open and edit.
Limited Support: May not be as widely supported as other more common CAD formats like .DWG or .DXF.

               How to Open GXD?
                  Open In Windows
                  General CADD Pro: The primary application for opening and editing .GXD files on Windows.
AutoCAD or other CAD software (with conversion): Convert .GXD files to a more common format like .DWG or .DXF to open in other CAD programs.

                  Open In Linux
                  Wine with General CADD Pro: Running General CADD Pro through Wine, a compatibility layer that allows Windows applications to run on Linux.
Conversion and Open Source CAD Software: Convert .GXD files to .DWG or .DXF using General CADD Pro on Windows and then open with open-source CAD programs like LibreCAD or QCAD.

                  Open In MAC
                  Wine with General CADD Pro: Similar to Linux, using Wine to run General CADD Pro on macOS.
Conversion and Native CAD Software: Convert .GXD files to more common formats and open with CAD software available on macOS, such as AutoCAD for Mac or Vectorworks.

                  Open In Android
                  Remote Desktop Applications: Use remote desktop apps to access General CADD Pro running on a Windows PC.
CAD Viewers: After conversion, use Android-compatible CAD viewer apps like AutoCAD mobile or DWG FastView to view the files.

                  Open In IOS
                  Remote Desktop Applications: Similar to Android, use remote desktop applications to access General CADD Pro on a Windows machine.
CAD Viewers: View converted files using iOS-compatible CAD viewer apps like AutoCAD mobile or DWG FastView.

                  Open in Others
                  Web-Based CAD Tools: After converting .GXD files to more common formats, web-based CAD tools like Autodesk A360 or Onshape can be used to view and edit the files.
Virtual Machines: Run a virtual machine with Windows and General CADD Pro installed to open .GXD files on any platform that supports virtualization, such as VMWare or VirtualBox.