ViewCompanion Standard Software Companions
winget install --id=SoftwareCompanions.ViewCompanionStandard -e ViewCompanion Standard is an application designed to view, print, and convert plotter files generated by CAD programs or plotter drivers. It supports a wide range of file formats, including PLT (HPGL, HP-GL/2, KIPGL, HP-RTL, Calcomp), Adobe PDF, CGM, Autodesk DWF, and Gerber, making it a versatile tool for handling technical drawings and designs.
Key Features:
- View, print, annotate, and convert multiple file types, including PLT, HPGL, PDF, DWF, CGM, and Gerber.
- Convert files to popular formats such as PDF, TIFF, DXF, PNG, and SVG for seamless integration with other applications.
- Add annotations using stamps, text notes, dimension lines, measurement areas, and symbols without modifying the original file.
- Perform precise measurements and digital takeoffs with snap-to-drawing geometry functionality.
- Print in color or black & white, with options for scaled printing, poster mode, n-up layout, and full-screen preview.
- Batch process files for printing and conversion to save time when handling large projects.
Audience & Benefit:
Ideal for CAD professionals, engineers, and anyone working with technical drawings, ViewCompanion Standard streamlines file management and enhances productivity by enabling efficient viewing, annotation, and conversion of plotter and CAD-related files. Its robust tools empower users to work more accurately and efficiently within their workflows.
The software can be installed via winget, ensuring a seamless setup process for users.