Tinkercad

Tinkercad is a 3D design program from Autodesk. People build models by combining ready-made shapes from a built-in library, which makes it a simple way to start with 3D CAD.

What Tinkercad offers

• Shape library — a set of basic shapes, numbers, text and characters to combine.
• 3D design — assembling shapes into a model of an object.
• Simple CAD workflow — aimed at people with no earlier modelling experience, so a first model can be made quickly.
• Design output — finished designs can be developed further in other 3D tools.

Who it works with

Beginners, learners and makers who want to create a 3D design without learning a professional CAD package.

Key facts

• Maker: Autodesk
• Product type: 3D CAD
• Approach: Building designs from library shapes