How to Make Video in AutoCAD 3D?

Creating a Video in AutoCAD 2025: A Step-by-Step Guide

Making a video in AutoCAD 2025 involves leveraging the software’s Animation panel, allowing you to craft a walkthrough or animated presentation of your 3D models. This guide will walk you through the essential steps to achieve this.

Setting Up Your Camera Path

To start creating a video, first define the path your camera will follow. You can utilize polylines or spline curves to set this path precisely.

1. Open your 3D model in AutoCAD.
2. Select either the Polyline or Spline tool from the Draw panel.
3. Click to specify points in the drawing area to create your desired camera path.

Accessing the Animation Panel

Once the camera path is established, the next step is accessing the Animation panel.

1. Go to the Visualize tab in the ribbon.
2. If the Animation panel is not visible, right-click on the Visualize tab and choose Animation from the Panels menu.

Animating the Camera Motion

With the Animation panel displayed, you can now set up your camera animation.

1. Click on the Animation Motion Path option within the Animation panel.
2. Click on the path you created earlier to select it.
3. Define your camera settings, including the target point where the camera will focus.

Recording Your Video

After animating the camera, the next step is to record the video.

1. Initiate a navigation command such as 3DORBIT to start viewing your model.
2. In the Animation panel, click on Animation Record.
3. Navigate through your model while AutoCAD records your movements along the established path.

Stopping the Recording

When you’ve finished the animated sequence, it’s time to stop the recording.

1. Right-click to open the Action Recorder menu and select Stop.
2. Alternatively, type actstop at the command prompt and hit Enter.

Finalizing and Exporting Your Video

Once the recording is complete, you’ll want to finalize and export your video.

1. Access the Animation panel and navigate to the Export option.
2. Select your preferred file format and quality settings for the video.
3. Specify the location where you want to save the video file and click Export.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I create animations without a predefined path?

No, a predefined camera path is essential for creating animated sequences in AutoCAD. You must set this path using polylines or spline curves to guide the animation.

Is it possible to add effects or transitions in AutoCAD?

AutoCAD’s animation features are primarily focused on camera movement and path following. For advanced effects or transitions, additional video editing software would be required after exporting your video.

What types of video formats can I export to in AutoCAD?

AutoCAD allows you to export your animations in various video formats. Check the export settings to select your desired resolution and file type.