How to Activate AutoCAD

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Launch AutoCAD on your Windows or Mac computer.

   By default, AutoCAD will be stored under “Programs” on Windows machines and under “Applications” on Mac computers. ,, The Activation Wizard will display on-screen. ,,,,,,,, You will be asked to provide your name, address, contact telephone number, and preferred response method. ,, You will have the option to submit your form via email, fax, or telephone. , For example, if you selected fax, you will be provided with the fax number to which you can send your form. , Your waiting time may take minutes, hours, or days, depending on the submission method you have chosen. ,,,
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   Step 2: Review the Autodesk Privacy Statement and place a checkmark next to the field that states you agree to the terms of use.

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   Step 3: Click on “I Agree” at the bottom of the privacy statement window.

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   Step 4: Click on “Activate.”

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   Step 5: Click on “Connect now and activate

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   Step 6: ” then click on “Next.” If you are upgrading from a free trial version of AutoCAD

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   Step 7: you will be required to enter the serial number and product key you received at the time you purchased the license for the full version of AutoCAD.

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   Step 8: Select “Request an activation code using an offline method.”

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   Step 9: Click on “Next” when Autodesk informs you that an Internet connection has not been detected.

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    Step 10: Select whether you are activating AutoCAD for a company or individual.

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    Step 11: Select the country in which AutoCAD will be used from the dropdown menu provided.

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    Step 12: Click on “Next.” A Customer Information form will display on-screen.

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    Step 13: Complete all required fields in the Customer Information form.

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    Step 14: Click on “Next.” Your computer will save your activation information in an HTML file.

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    Step 15: Click on the option you want used to submit the form.

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    Step 16: Follow the instructions provided on-screen to submit your form based on the selection you have chosen.

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    Step 17: Wait for Autodesk to provide you with your AutoCAD activation code.

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    Step 18: Relaunch the Autodesk application and click on “Activate.”

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    Step 19: Click on “I have an activation code from Autodesk.”

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    Step 20: Type in your activation code at the prompt

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    Step 21: then click on “Next.” AutoCAD will now be activated

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    Step 22: and is ready for use.

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