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How to Install the Desktop App
Overview
The CAD ROOMS Desktop App connects your local engineering environment with your cloud workspace. It allows engineers to work locally in native CAD software while keeping projects connected to the web platform.
This article explains how to install and sign in to the Desktop App.
System Requirements
- Windows operating system
- Internet connection
- Windows Projected File System enabled (required for sync functionality)
If this feature is disabled, the Desktop App will not sync correctly.
Important — Check This Before Installing
Not all Windows systems allow this type of installation by default. Before clicking the installer, make sure the required system permissions and security settings are enabled. On some devices, these settings may block the installer or prevent the app from starting or syncing correctly.
See Troubleshooting: Installation, Launch, or Sync Issues below before proceeding if needed.
Step 1 — Download the Installer
- Visit the official CAD ROOMS Download Page ( Coming soon. Please contact the support@cadrooms.com to get the latest installer).
- Click Download, to prompt the following file to be downloaded:
CAD_ROOMS_0.1.0_x64-setup.exe
- Save the installer to your computer.
Step 2 — Run the Installer
Locate the downloaded setup file and double-click to start installation.
- You’ll see the Welcome to CAD ROOMS Setup window. Click Next to continue.
- Select Add/Reinstall components, then click Next.
- Choose the installation directory and click Next again to complete the installation.
✅ Done!
Your desktop app is now installed and ready to connect to your CAD ROOMS workspace. After installation, launch the app and log in using your CAD ROOMS credentials.
With this step, you can start syncing your projects and settings.
With this step, you can start syncing your projects and settings.
Step 3 — Sign In
- Open the CAD ROOMS Desktop App.
- A browser window will open automatically.
- Sign in using your CAD ROOMS credentials.
- After authentication, you will be logged into the Desktop App.
If you do not yet have an account, you can create one during this process.
Troubleshooting: Installation, Launch, or Sync Issues
If the installer does not run, or if the Desktop App does not start or sync correctly, check whether Windows Projected File System is enabled on your computer.
How to Enable It
- Press the Windows key.
- Type Turn Windows features on or off, and press Enter.
- In the window that appears, scroll down and find Windows Projected File System.
- Check the box next to it and click OK.
- Windows will need to install the files and will likely ask you to restart your computer.
- After your computer restarts, try running the CAD ROOMS installer again. If the app was already installed, relaunch the Desktop App.
Updating the Desktop App
When a new version is available, you will receive an in-app notification.
Follow the on-screen instructions to update.