Autodesk officially ended support for AutoCAD 2010 in March 2015. The language packs are no longer available from the main Autodesk website. However, legitimate acquisition is still possible.
The legitimate file is typically named AutoCAD_2010_French_LangPack_32bit.exe or AutoCAD_2010_French_LangPack_64bit.exe , approximately 350–450 MB.
The installation process creates a new, dedicated desktop shortcut.
3.0 GHz or higher (Vista/7) or 1.6 GHz or higher (XP). Memory: Minimum 2 GB RAM . Autocad 2010 French Language Pack
Approximately 200 MB to 500 MB of free hard drive space for installation files.
: The pack does not duplicate the core software engine, meaning it uses significantly less disk space than a full second installation of the program. Installation Requirements
Maximize your efficiency when switching between languages in a professional production environment. Autodesk officially ended support for AutoCAD 2010 in
When writing scripts or LISP routines, use global English commands prefixed with an underscore (e.g., _CIRCLE ). This ensures your automation tools run perfectly on both language versions.
After a successful installation, you can launch the French version directly from its dedicated Windows shortcut. If you no longer need the French interface, you can safely uninstall the language pack via the standard Windows "Programs and Features" control panel without affecting the core English software installation.
When you apply the French Language Pack to AutoCAD 2010, the software creates a separate desktop shortcut specifically for the French version. This allows you to launch AutoCAD 2010 in English or French on the exact same computer, depending on your project needs or team preferences. Key Features and Benefits Memory: Minimum 2 GB RAM
for Explode) and standard English commands (usually by prefixing with an underscore, like Multi-Language Deployment
Under this system, a user in the Americas could freely add French, German, or Italian, but could not legally install a Japanese or Simplified Chinese pack. A community forum user aptly questioned this logic, noting the large Chinese population in the Americas whose workflow might be improved by a native language interface—though the policy remained in place for support reasons.
Terminate all active instances of AutoCAD, automated CAD plugins, and web browsers to prevent file-locking conflicts.
Ensure the /language "fr-FR" switch is applied to the shortcut. If it still doesn't work, re-run the LanguagePack_Fr.msi file.
: Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 (32-bit or 64-bit).
