Rather than add more and more symbols (blocks) to the gCADPlus setup file and make it large and unwieldy, we have developed a series of palettes that add new symbols to gCADPlus. Each link under the image of the palette allows users to download a single gCADPlus file. Once downloaded, use the BLOCKS command (or File > Insert) and then use the browse option to locate the new file and insert it while working on your current design. To view the symbol set at high resolution, click directly on the image.
Tip: When using a palette of symbols, it is a good idea to explode the incoming drawing so you can immediately see and use the new symbols. Drag into position and scale if required.
Available palettes
Perennials
Perennials
This small movie shows how to download a palette of add extra symbols to gCADPlus and use it to develop a design.
Climbers
Climbers
Site Assessment
Site Assessment Metric
Site Assessment Imperial
Irrigation
Irrigation
Trees in elevation
Trees in Elevation Color
Trees in Elevation Color Momochrome
Hedge Symbols
Hedge Symbols
tropical symbols
Tropical Symbols Imperial Tropical Symbols
Australian Native Symbols
Australian Native Species
Tree Planting Guides
How to plant trees and shrubs
Sketchy Symbols
'Sketchy' Imperial Symbol Set
'Sketchy' Metric Symbol Set
True Color Symbols
True colors swatch
Trees in elevation
Metric Elevation Group Imperial Elevation Group 01
Heritage Symbols
Heritage Set Metric
Heritage Set Imperial Human Figures
Human Figures Metric
Human Figures Imperial
Credit: Emma Walshaw –
Japanese Style
Japanese Style
Named Species
Palms – elevation
Rocks, Walls and Water
Filled symbols
Vehicular symbols
Here is a link to download the palette when working in the USA where the base unit is decimal feet.
Here is a link to the metric version of this palette where the base unit is mm.