NijiCAD

NijiCAD v1.4.8 Released​

We are pleased to announce the release of NijiCAD v1.4.8.

Major Improvement to Text Rendering Performance

This release includes a significant improvement to the text rendering engine.

Previously, when text was displayed as filled glyphs, deleting objects could cause a noticeable increase in rendering workload during redraw. In v1.4.8, the rendering process has been redesigned to greatly reduce this overhead, resulting in smoother performance.

In earlier versions, switching text to Outline Only mode was an effective way to improve rendering speed. Thanks to the new rendering improvements, this optimization is no longer necessary for most situations. However, enabling Outline Only mode can still provide even better performance for users working with particularly large drawings.

Changes

• Added an English version of the Training content.
• Fixed an issue where image definitions were not exported to the images folder when performing Save As DXF immediately after opening a file in Read-Only mode.
• Reduced the width of the sidebar slightly for a cleaner interface.

Behind the Scenes

Although there are no major visible changes in this release, the internal rendering system has been significantly improved.

If you notice any issues or unexpected behavior after updating, we would greatly appreciate your feedback. Feel free to contact us via direct message.

Thank you for your continued support of NijiCAD.

NijiCAD v1.4.7 Released​

Changes​

• Fixed an issue where the INSERT and RENAME commands could be executed when no blocks were registered in the Block Palette.
• Fixed an issue where Ctrl+C and Ctrl+X did not work in the Web version.

NijiCAD v1.4.6 Released​

Added Training Mission 15.

The NijiCAD Training Series reaches a milestone with Mission 15. It now covers all of the fundamental operations.

If you can complete all 15 missions in about 15–20 minutes, you can consider yourself proficient with the basic operation of NijiCAD.

By saving the training data from NijiCAD in DXF format, you can use the same training data in other CAD software. Comparing differences in usability and functionality between NijiCAD and other CAD applications may also be interesting.

Features related to printing and build workflows are intentionally not included in the Training Series. If we create suitable examples in the future, we plan to publish them as separate learning content.

Other Changes​

• Adjusted the context menu.

NijiCAD v1.4.5 Released​

NijiCAD v1.4.5 has been released.

This update introduces support for the OS-standard clipboard. Both the desktop versions (Free / Pro) and the Web version now support copy and paste of geometry across applications.

In addition, when pasting clipboard content, image data is now inserted directly as image entities, while text data is inserted as multiline text within the drawing.

Previously, inserting images into a drawing required saving them as files first. With this update, images can now be inserted directly from the clipboard.

Furthermore, a new feature has been added to the image management palette that allows renaming image definitions. When used together with DXF workflows and the EXTRACTIMAGE command, image files can be exported based on their defined names.

The ARC command has been extended with an endpoint-first (E) option, allowing users to specify the endpoint first and then define the arc direction.

Additionally, a continuous drawing mode has been added to the ARC command. By selecting "Continuous" at the start point, users can create connected arcs as a single entity.

Because each feature is closely related, the amount of implementation and verification work has increased more than initially expected.

We will continue to make appropriate decisions based on the overall system design while steadily improving and extending functionality. We appreciate your continued support.

Changes​

• Added support for OS-standard clipboard
• Added ability to rename image definitions
• Added shortcut keys (Ctrl + Shift + X / C / V)
• Improved context menu
• Merged DXFIN command into IMPORT
• Added PASTEBLOCK command
• Extended ARC command with endpoint-first and continuous drawing options
• Categorized command list
• Improved tab handling in text entities
• Various minor bug fixes

NijiCAD v1.4.4 Released​

A new Drawing Settings palette has been added.

This palette allows you to configure drawing-specific settings such as default dimension options and text sizes. Changes made in the palette are stored directly within the drawing file, making it easier to maintain consistent settings across projects.

These settings are also compatible with DXF. When exporting, NijiCAD saves them as style overrides where supported, allowing the settings to be reproduced in other compatible applications. When the drawing is reopened in NijiCAD, the settings are restored automatically.

ALIASEDIT​

A new ALIASEDIT command has been added.

ALIASEDIT provides a dialog for creating and editing user-defined command aliases. User-defined aliases take precedence over the built-in default aliases, allowing you to customize command shortcuts to match your workflow.

This feature is available exclusively in NijiCAD Pro.

Changes​

• Added Drawing Settings palette
• Added ALIASEDIT command (NijiCAD Pro)

NijiCAD v1.4.3 Released​

We have fixed a critical issue.

A problem where linear dimensions were missing when importing DXF files has been fixed.
This issue had been occurring since v1.4.1.

We strongly recommend updating to the latest version.
Please use "Check for Updates" from the Help menu.

We have also added new commands.

VSCALE​

VSCALE scales objects only in the direction perpendicular to an axis specified by two points.

This is useful for cases such as adjusting only the height of table rows.
It also includes an option for per-object scaling.

With this feature, dimensions and symbols can be transferred to different scales using only the VSCALE command.

SCALESYNC​

SCALESYNC extends the standard SCALE command by synchronizing both the overall dimension scale and the measurement scale of dimension entities.

For example, it can be used when placing a full-scale drawing into a 1:1 document layout.

Other Additions​

Following common CAD conventions, the following features have been added:

• Wheel double-click for Zoom Extents
• Ctrl+P shortcut for print preview

Printing settings themselves are configured through the palette.

About the DXF Implementation​

NijiCAD's DXF import and export functionality is implemented entirely in-house and does not rely on external libraries.

This issue was caused by major internal restructuring performed while adding angular dimension support.

We may continue revising the implementation while adding support for radius and diameter dimensions.
Because of this, the DXF functionality should not yet be considered fully stable.

We recommend editing and saving drawings using the NijiCAD file format whenever possible.

Changes​

• Added VSCALE and SCALESYNC commands
• Added wheel double-click Zoom Extents
• Added Ctrl+P shortcut for PDF print preview

NijiCAD v1.4.2 Released​

Support for area calculation of polylines containing bulge segments has been added.
Along with this, the new AREA command is now available.

In addition, an ㎡ Conversion display option has been added to the Properties palette.
Normally, area values are displayed based on one drawing unit. With the square meter conversion enabled, the decimal point is shifted by six digits, making large area values easier to read.

CLIPRECT is a command that extracts objects within a specified rectangular region while keeping the original geometry unchanged.
It is intended for creating partial details or extracting only a portion of a large drawing as a separate figure.

Composite objects such as blocks and dimensions are exploded only when they intersect the clipping boundary, and are then processed as individual entities.

DXF import has also been improved.

If a DXF file does not contain version information, NijiCAD now automatically detects the format and imports it appropriately. Previously, files were always processed as Shift_JIS encoded data, which is no longer suitable in some modern cases.

Additionally, support has been added for DXF files that reference undefined layers. Missing layer definitions are now created automatically as needed during import.

NijiCAD will continue focusing on implementing practical and necessary features.

Changes​

• Added CLIPRECT, COPYTOLAYER, and AREA commands
• Added support for bulge segments in polyline area calculations
• Added NON command modifier
• Fixed a selection issue with block references pasted into another drawing using PASTECLIP
• Improved character encoding detection during DXF import
• Added data for Training MISSION14

NijiCAD v1.4.1 Released​

Angular dimensions are now available. Along with this, we have added the DIMANGULAR command.
It supports both object selection and 3-point specification methods. For the display format, you can choose between decimal and DMS (Degrees, Minutes, Seconds) notation.

In NijiCAD, angular dimensions are unified as a single type, regardless of how they are created.

In traditional CAD software, it was common for different types of angular dimensions to be created depending on the input method. However, this often led to complex management and unique behaviors during grip editing. In some cases, once deformed, it was difficult to return the dimension to its intended shape.

With NijiCAD, we revisited these challenges and redesigned angular dimensions under a single definition.
Grip editing and stretching can now be used with a natural feel and no unexpected behaviors.

Please try out our "angular dimensions that just work normally."

We plan to continuously improve the definition and behavior of entities in the future. Stay tuned.

Update Details​

• Added Angular Dimensions (DIMANGULAR)
• Added CONVTOPLINE command
• Improved selection detection for circles
• Added Training MISSION 13 data

NijiCAD v1.4.0 has been released​

In addition to enhancing existing commands, we have introduced the new UCSVIEW command.

UCSVIEW integrates UCS (User Coordinate System) modification with view rotation. By specifying the UCS origin and the X-axis direction, you can rotate the view to align it horizontally with your display.

Typically, this operation is performed by combining the UCS and PLAN commands. However, these are often used sequentially, and in traditional CAD software, this frequently triggers a "zoom to extents" (displaying the entire drawing).

UCSVIEW consolidates these steps into a single workflow. We have also included an option to return to the WCS (World Coordinate System).

Since the center of rotation is based on the cursor position, you won't lose track of your current focus area in the drawing.

Alongside this, we have improved the UCS icon display in the bottom-left of the drawing area. When the UCS is changed, the WCS axes are also shown, making it easier to understand the current orientation of the drawing.

Note: While the PLAN command traditionally involved a full-view display, since v1.3.9, it has been updated to rotate around the center of the current drawing area. Combining the UCS and PLAN commands remains a valid and effective approach. Please choose between UCSVIEW and the traditional combination based on your needs.

Refinement of Angle Measurement​

We previously offered the MEASUREANGLE command, but in this update, we have split it into three dedicated commands:

• MEASUREANG_3P (3-point specification)
• MEASUREANG_B (Base angle specification)
• MEASUREANG_L (Two-line specification)

MEASUREANG_L also supports polyline segment selection. By separating these into individual commands, it is now much easier to access the specific functionality you need.

Improvements to MAGTEXT​

MAGTEXT is a feature that allows text to snap to geometry. Previously, fine-tuning the placement could be difficult in some scenarios.

With this update, we have added support for Midpoint and Endpoint snapping, making it easier to position text precisely at the center or ends of shapes.

Bug Fixes and Other Improvements​

We have also fixed several bugs and unintended behaviors.

The issue regarding arc trimming was discovered thanks to a post on social media. That feedback was instrumental in identifying the problem.

Furthermore, the refinement of the angle measurement functions was prompted by user requests.

While we do not have a dedicated support desk for bug reports or requests, sharing them via DM or social media is perfectly fine. Please just be careful not to include any personal or confidential information.

We will continue to strive for improvements in quality and performance.

Key Updates​

• Added UCSVIEW and CONVTOMTEXT commands
• Updated UCS icon display
• Added Midpoint and Endpoint snap support to MAGTEXT
• Overhauled angle measurement functions (MEASUREANG_3P / MEASUREANG_B / MEASUREANG_L)
• Fixed a bug where Undo would not function correctly when changing properties after certain pre-selection operations
• Fixed an issue with UCS-based angle references in the ROTATE command
• Improved arc trimming to prevent unintended geometry results
• Added Training MISSION 12 data

NijiCAD v1.3.9 has been released​

The STRETCH command now supports multiple selection regions, allowing for more flexible and precise stretching operations.

Previously, only the first crossing selection was recognized as a valid stretch region. This is standard behavior in many CAD applications. When you couldn't select all the target vertices in a single pass, you often had to use the Crossing Polygon (CP) selection method.

While the CP method is common, it requires careful focus to specify the exact area, and it's easy to make mistakes or include unintended vertices.

With the new multi-region support, you can calmly add selection areas one by one, ensuring that you capture exactly the vertices you want. Furthermore, specified regions are displayed with a subtle background fill, allowing you to confirm their relationship with the drawing geometry as you work.

This update also increases the utility of Window Selection for stretching. You can now sequentially add areas to your selection using window selection as well.

A real-time preview is displayed during the stretch operation, making it much easier to visualize the final result. We encourage you to give it a try.

Additionally, we've introduced the STRETCHREGION system variable to toggle the visibility of these selection regions. This is currently an experimental feature, added for users who might find the visual feedback distracting. If you notice any flickering or prefer a cleaner look, you can turn it OFF. This is a preference setting that is persisted in the Pro version.

Key Updates​

• Support for multiple region specification in the STRETCH command
• Addition of the STRETCHREGION system variable for region display control
• Added Training MISSION 11 data

We are very grateful for the feedback and requests we receive through comments and the Microsoft Store. Our future direction is becoming clearer. We plan to sequentially implement standard dimensioning features such as Angular, Radial, and Diameter dimensions. We are also exploring new initiatives unique to NijiCAD, so please stay tuned for future updates!