Open MCD File
MCD extension files can find different uses, depending on their format, some of them below:
MiniCAD Design File
In this section, MCD files are a design created by Vectorworks CAD applications, previously developed under the MiniCAD brand.
About Vectorworks CAD
Vectorworks, Inc. is a software development company focused on CAD and BIM software for the architecture, engineering and construction industries, as well as those dedicated to landscaping and entertainment.
Vectorworks is owned by the Nemetschek Group, a multinational company.
It operates as an independent subsidiary of the Nemetschek Group.
In this case, the MCD file contains a draft design, such as a technical drawing or 2D or 3D model, and is used to store draft plans prior to construction or manufacturing.
MCD files were used until Vectorworks version 12, however Vectorworks now uses the VWX extension in newer versions.
MCD files can be converted to VWX files in Vectorworks 2008 or later.
MCD files can also be viewed with the free Vectorworks Viewer programs.
Mathcad Document
In this case, an MCD extension file is a document created by Mathcad, a visual math and engineering program.
About Mathcad
Mathcad is a software for mathematical calculations in engineering and sciences, in particular mechanical, chemical, electrical and civil engineering, whose calculations are verified, validated and reused consistently with the various techniques that the program has.
Mathcad was originally developed by Mathsoft but is now developed by Parametric Technology Corporation.
In this case, the MCD file contains multiple types of data, such as algorithms, functions, programs, and spreadsheets.
GCD is often used to store complex engineering calculations.
The MCD format is now renamed to MCDX.
MCD files can be converted to the MCDX format by opening them in Mathcad Prime and using Mathcad Prime 2.0's MCD XMCD converter.