Open AutoCAD Preferences > General and select the language from the drop-down menu.

Before downloading any language pack, verify your AutoCAD 2023 build number (type VERNUM at command line). Language packs are build-specific. A mismatch will force a full reinstallation.

If you are missing specific architectural or engineering content (like profiles or catalogs) after installing a language pack for or Architecture , Autodesk recommends downloading the full product in that specific language from your account rather than just the language pack alone.

AutoCAD 2023 supports a wide variety of languages. Below are the most frequently requested language packs available for download via the Autodesk Account portal or the Autodesk Desktop App:

Key points:

is a global standard, but working in your native language is crucial for productivity, accuracy, and avoiding costly command-line mistakes. Whether you need French, German, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, or Brazilian Portuguese , Autodesk provides official language packs. But where do you find the top (best) ones, and how do you install them without breaking your current setup?