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October 15, 2025  |  Landscape, Interiors, Entertainment, Architecture

Download Now | Vectorworks 2026 Update 1


Alex Altieri

We’re excited to announce the release of Vectorworks 2026 Update 1, which reinforces our commitment to a continuous development cycle and provides you with enhanced performance, so you get the most value out of your software.

Here’s what you can expect.

FOR ALL INDUSTRIES

You’ll notice consistent naming for DWG Hatch Classes, highlighting our continuously improving interoperability workflows.

FOR THE ARCHITECTURE AND LANDSCAPE INDUSTRIES

Data Tags linked with Stake objects show consistent behavior, giving you a more reliable process.

FOR THE ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY

With Update 1, you’ll notice:

Smoother object handling: Faster performance when rotating Spotlight Pipe Clamp objects and Showcase Lit Fog styles.

Improved schematic workflows: Enhanced performance for Schematic View Label Legends.

These enhancements are designed to keep your Spotlight projects running at peak performance, so you can focus on creativity without interruptions.

HOW TO INSTALL VECTORWORKS 2026 UPDATE 1

To install the update, please select "Check for Updates" from the Vectorworks menu (Mac) or Help menu (Windows).

LEARN MORE ABOUT UPDATE 1

Get the full release notes.

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