VectorWorks

VectorWorks is CAD software for architecture and landscape design. Owned by software company, Nemetschek Group. Originally named MiniCAD until 1999 the name VectorWorks was introduced.

File Identification
File extension changed from .MCD to .VWX in 2008 with the release of VectorWorks 2008. .STA files refer to VectorWorks Templates.

File header will display version file was created in, for example:, MiniCad was Macintosh only until MinCad 6, no extensions Creator code "CDP3". In later versions, file header contains portions of serial number of software used to create file, this is used to limit opening by certain versions and illegal copies.

Plugins
VectorWorks allows for plugins to be installed to enhance the software. Extensions are .vst, .vso, .vsm.

Plugin files begin with the ascii string

Software
Free viewing software is available from VectorWorks website

Links

 * Nemetschek
 * VectorWorks History
 * Release History
 * File Format change from MCD to VWX
 * VWX and MCD File Format Compatibility
 * Problems with opening files created by pirated copies