Autocad 2017 French Language Pack (2026)
You must already have a full, licensed version of AutoCAD 2017 or AutoCAD LT 2017 installed on your machine.
msiexec /i "AutoCAD_2017_French_LangPack.msi" TRANSFORMS="1036.mst" /qb REBOOT=ReallySuppress autocad 2017 french language pack
Once the download is complete, locate the file (usually ending in .exe ) and double-click to run it. You must already have a full, licensed version
| Problem | Solution | |---------|----------| | Language pack installer says “No supported AutoCAD version found” | You installed a 32-bit pack on 64-bit AutoCAD (or vice versa). Match architecture. | | Interface is mixed English/French | Run repair from Control Panel → Programs → AutoCAD 2017 → Change → Repair. | | French commands don’t work | Load French CUIx: CUILOAD → browse to C:\Program Files\Autodesk\AutoCAD 2017\French\Support\acad.cuix | | Can’t find download | Contact Autodesk support – they can provide a direct link for old versions. | Match architecture
The AutoCAD 2017 French Language Pack is a specialized software module designed to transform the user interface (UI), command line, and documentation tools of AutoCAD 2017 from its base language (typically English) into standard French (France). Unlike a standalone localized version, this pack applies a language overlay to an existing English installation. For CAD managers, bilingual firms, and educational institutions in Francophone regions (France, Belgium, Switzerland, Canada, North/West Africa), this pack is essential for ensuring design precision, reducing translation errors, and complying with French technical drawing standards (NF X 05-001).
Double-click the new French shortcut. The splash screen, toolbars, command line prompts, and help menus will now display in French.
If your menus are in French but typing commands still defaults to English (e.g., typing "LINE" instead of "LIGNE"), you may need to adjust your PGP file aliases or check your system variables. However, usually, the interface change is sufficient for most users. AutoCAD allows you to type English commands even in foreign language versions, which is a helpful feature for international teams.