How to repair or reinstall an AutoCAD installation

Autodesk Support

Oct 8, 2023


Products and versions covered


Issue:

How to repair or reinstall an AutoCAD installation from the operating system.

Solution:

In Windows 10 and 11, repair and reinstall options are accomplished through Apps & Features on the Settings screen:

Verison 2022 and newer:

Note: The Repair and Reinstall-function is removed. It is only possible to Uninstall the product.
  1. Right-click the Start button and select Apps & Features at the top of the list.
  2. In Apps & Features, click on your AutoCAD version, then click the three dots and select Uninstall.
Version 2021 and older:
  1. Right-click the Start button and select Apps & Features at the top of the list.
  2. In Apps & Features, click on your AutoCAD version, then click the Modify button.
  3. Click Repair or Reinstall.
  4. Select the desired option for Repair or Reinstall.
Note: If a reinstall is needed, it is recommended to do a clean uninstall before. See first link in "See Also".
Note: AutoCAD for Mac does not have a repair feature. There is only a removal utility location alongside the application.

Products:

AutoCAD for Mac; AutoCAD LT for Mac; AutoCAD Products;


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