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SolveSpace for Mac

Parametric 2d/3d CAD

Quick answer: SolveSpace is a design tool for macOS. Install it with brew install --cask solvespace. Homebrew links this app to a GitHub repository. It has 15 Homebrew installs in the last 30 days.

What SolveSpace is

SolveSpace is a design tool for macOS: parametric 2d/3d CAD.

It is distributed as a Homebrew cask, which installs a .app bundle into your Applications folder. The project is open source and lives at https://solvespace.com/index.pl/.

How to install SolveSpace

  1. Open Terminal (press ⌘ + Space and type “Terminal”).
  2. If Homebrew is not installed yet, run the installer below once.
  3. Run brew install --cask solvespace.

Homebrew installer, if you need it:

Prefer a graphical installer? Download it from the official site. MacPicks never hosts or mirrors binaries — the Homebrew command always pulls from the vendor's own release.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install SolveSpace on Mac?

Run brew install --cask solvespace in Terminal. This requires Homebrew; if you do not have it, install it first with the command below.

Is SolveSpace open source?

Homebrew links this app to a GitHub repository (solvespace/solvespace), which is strong evidence the project is open source. Check the project for the current licence.

Does SolveSpace run on Apple silicon?

Yes, as a universal binary.

How popular is SolveSpace?

It was installed 15 times in the last 30 days according to Homebrew analytics, ranking #7293 in this catalogue.

What version of SolveSpace is current?

The latest packaged version is 3.3.