| Component | Minimum Requirement | Recommended Requirement | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Windows 11, 64-bit | Windows 11, 64-bit | | Processor | x86_64 (Intel 64 or AMD64) | x86_64 (Intel 64 or AMD64) | | RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | | Disk Space | 10 GB or more | SSD drive for optimal performance | | Graphics | Certified graphics card and driver | Certified graphics card and driver |

CAD file formats change every single year. A SolidWorks 2026 file cannot be opened by a viewer that was last updated in 2024.

If you do not want to install desktop software, Dassault Systèmes offers (formerly cloud-based eDrawings). This tool allows you to upload and view CAD files directly inside any modern web browser. Platform: Web-based (Any device with a browser).

: Opens native .SLDPRT , .SLDASM , and .SLDDRW files, as well as universal standards like DXF , DWG , and STEP .

If extensive cross-format compatibility is your priority on a mobile device, and DWG FastView are outstanding options. For a quick, no-installation review on any device, browser-based tools like Autodesk Viewer and eMachineShop provide an excellent solution.