Why Upgrade
When Version 11 users experience Vectorworks 2009 they feel like they are working in warp speed with a whole new outlook…
Take a look at the top 10 reasons why Version 11 users are so excited and see what you missed in 2008!
We're excited that you really like Version 11 and understand that keeping up with the latest technology can be daunting…But we have really great news! When you combine the changes from Version 12, 2008 and 2009, your productivity will soar and in today's economy that's money in the bank. Take a look at the top 10 reasons Version 11 users loved Version 12 and 2008 and then jump over to look at what's new in 2009. When you're done give us a call and we'll tell you what other Version 11 users have said about 2009. It's simple…upgrading to 2009 is a no-brainer.
Do you have more questions about upgrading? Check out our FAQ (31k pdf file) on upgrading from Vectorworks Spotlight Version 11.
If you are a Version 12 user, we haven't forgotten about you either. Please follow this link to see what we've added since you last upgraded.
| Mouse Wheel-Zoom
Zoom without keyboard shortcuts by scrolling the mouse wheel in. Pan by holding the mouse wheel down. |
| Beam Geometry
Huge improvements here. Increase your productivity with solid 2D and 3D drawing beams and shutter cuts. Now you can accurately document and visualize the beam geometry. |
| Turn Light On/Off
You'll have more direct control for rendering lighting designs. Turn on the light and specify lit fog, color, temperature, and custom light distribution parameters through manufacturers' .IES data files. |
| Stack Layers
Automatically stack layers in their respective Z height and edit the stacked model in any 3D View.
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| Interface for Speed
Simplified tool palettes and menu commands-Get more drawing area and enjoy streamlined actions. Since we've grouped common tasks together, you don't need to go to three different places to complete a task.
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| Navigation Palette
It's much easier to navigate around the drawing, set class/layer visibility, change stacking order, and do lots more.
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| Force Select
If you see it, you can select it, even if the object's layer is grayer or at a different scale.
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| ESP Vision Support
It's a complete design, visualization, and simulation solution for lighting designers worldwide. Easily conceptualize your design, generate the necessary drawings and paperwork, and create 3D models in Vectorworks Spotlight. Then, move your models directly into ESP Vision to simulate and cue your work. |
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