#### Using Direct CAD Interfaces

Direct CAD Interfaces (DCI) allow you to connect directly to your CAD software. As the CAD file is updated in your CAD software, the corresponding changes are reflected in PC-DMIS Planner. See the "Direct CAD Interface" help file for detailed information. PC-DMIS Planner supports the use of the following DCIs:

- CATIA

- CATIA 5

- I-DEAS

- Pro/Engineer

- SolidWorks

- Unigraphics

Be aware that if using CATIA 5 DCI, because of licensing limitations, GD&T CAD symbol elements are translated using Planner's Direct CAD Translator (DCT). You must have the CATIA v5 DCT option enabled for the GD&T CAD symbols to be translated.

Note: The following PC-DMIS Planner options must enabled on your portlock to use them: CATIA V4 DCI, CATIA V5 DCI, UG DCI, PRO-E DCI, Solidworks DCI and I-DEAS DCI.