DraftSight Undock Properties Window: Is It Worth the Wait?

As a 2D user in V16, I was excited to see what new features and improvements would be included in the latest release notes. However, after stripping out all entries related to 3D modeling, BIM, Sheet Metal, and Mechanical development, I was left feeling underwhelmed. It seems that Bricsys has focused most of its efforts on developing 'Creating Dynamic Blocks' for a future release.

As someone who uses DraftSight primarily for 2D drawing, I'm disappointed by the lack of significant updates. The only change I've noticed is the removal of the German Architectural Dimension tool due to the vendor no longer supporting it. This is just one example of many issues that have yet to be resolved in the 2D sector.

I've placed numerous support requests highlighting problems with 2D drawing, and while Bricsys acknowledges them, there's been little progress made. In fact, some features still require workarounds to function properly. For instance, setting up a consistent drawing structure can be challenging due to issues with layerstates, toolpalettes, and layerfilter.

In contrast, my experience with AutoCad LT has always been positive, as each update introduced exciting new features. It's frustrating that DraftSight hasn't followed suit. As an architecture office with 10 CAD workplaces, we use Bricscad in a limited capacity due to the numerous issues plaguing the 2D sector.

In conclusion, while I appreciate Bricsys' efforts to develop new features, it seems that 2D users like myself are being left behind. The lack of significant updates and unresolved bugs makes it difficult for us to be excited about future releases. I hope that Bricsys will take our concerns seriously and prioritize fixing these issues in the near future.

Draftsight undock properties window