CAD PDF QA Checklist: Free Printable Download
Use this printable PDF checklist before issuing a CAD PDF set to a client, contractor, reviewer or print room.
Download CAD PDF QA Checklist (PDF)
Compatibility: Any modern desktop/mobile platform
Test status: Phase 10D generated file QA passed
What the checklist verifies
It separates page/set QA, scale and geometry, plotted appearance and delivery checks. The goal is to prove the digital deliverable before a physical plotter can introduce another variable.
When to use it
Run it on every final issue set and on a representative subset after changes to Page Setup, PDF configuration, fonts, raster content or plot styles.
Frequently asked questions
Is this AutoCAD-only?
No. The PDF QA checks apply broadly to CAD/BIM output because they focus on the final digital pages.
Should I measure every sheet?
Usually a representative sample is enough for a controlled set, but scale-critical deliverables may require stricter project QA.
Why open the PDF in a second viewer?
It helps reveal viewer-specific rendering or font problems before delivery.
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