Technical Illustration Software Market Overview and Growth by 2031

Historic Data: 2021-2022   |   Base Year: 2023   |   Forecast Period: 2024-2031

Technical Illustration Software Market Size and Forecast (2021 - 2031), Global and Regional Share, Trend, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Component (Solutions and Services); Technology (2D and 3D); Organization Size (SMEs and Large Enterprises); End User (Manufacturing, Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Healthcare, Energy & Power, and Others) and Geography

  • Report Date : Oct 2025
  • Report Code : TIPRE00007002
  • Category : Technology, Media and Telecommunications
  • Status : Data Released
  • Available Report Formats : pdf-format excel-format
  • No. of Pages : 150
Page Updated: Feb 2025

The technical illustration software market size is projected to reach US$ 7.52 billion by 2031 from US$ 4.82 billion in 2023. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 5.7 % in 2023–2031. The increasing focus on mobile friendly illustrations is likely to remain a key technical illustration software market trend.

Technical Illustration Software Market Analysis

Software for Technical Illustration The market is driven by the expanding entertainment verticals and the shifting entrepreneurial ecosystem of different verticals. Illustrators can more easily design technology goods within a set time limit by using technical illustration software. Furthermore, a lot of software vendors give affordable options that small and mid-sized businesses, who typically have limited resources, may readily purchase. The market's abundance of free tools is the main obstacle. However, illustrators need these free tools to design complicated technical goods, and they lack the comprehensive features and capabilities that these tools demand. Therefore, businesses continue to spend money on purchasing proprietary software even in the face of the availability of free solutions.

Technical Illustration Software Market Overview

Technical drawings and product pictures for science and medicine are included in technical illustration software. The program has a number of characteristics that illustrators require in order to develop technological items. The program aids both 2D and 3D design development. From project design and authoring through the publication of technical documentation, it enables the creation of intricate technical graphics with complete control and precision. The program is primarily utilized in machine manufacture and technical drawings of medical equipment. Technical illustration software eliminates any extra details. Additionally, the software allows for artistic freedom in the application of several stylistic elements to further the illustration's goal.

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Technical Illustration Software Market: Strategic Insights

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Technical Illustration Software Market Drivers and Opportunities

Growing need for technical documentation

The automotive, aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and healthcare sectors are among the many expanding industries that have seen a rise in the need for clear and accurate technical documentation. Technical manuals, assembly instructions, and user guides can all benefit from the complex schematics, diagrams, and images created with the usage of technical illustration software.

Improvements in visualization technologies

The constant advancements in visualization technology, such as 3D rendering, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR), are driving the demand for technical illustration software. These technologies enable users to create dynamic and interesting visualizations that improve communication and understanding of complex technological processes. Thus, the increasing adoption of IoT is anticipated to present new opportunities for the technical illustration software market players during the forecast period.

Technical Illustration Software Market Report Segmentation Analysis

Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the technical illustration software market analysis are component and end users.

  • Based on the component, the technical illustration software market is segmented into solutions and services.
  • By organization size, the market is segmented into SMEs and large enterprises. The large enterprises segment held a larger market share in 2023.
  • By Technology, the market is segmented into 2D and 3D.
  • By end user, the market is segmented into manufacturing, aerospace & defense, automotive, healthcare, energy & power, and others.

Technical Illustration Software Market Share Analysis by Geography

The geographic scope of the technical illustration software market report is mainly divided into five regions: North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South America/South & Central America. In terms of revenue, North America accounted for the largest technical illustration software market share. The ongoing need for complete technical illustration software solutions by businesses in the aerospace & military, manufacturing, and healthcare verticals is one of the factors driving the market's expansion.

Technical Illustration Software Market Regional Insights

The regional trends and factors influencing the Technical Illustration Software Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at The Insight Partners. This section also discusses Technical Illustration Software Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.

Technical Illustration Software Market Report Scope

Report Attribute Details
Market size in 2023 US$ 4.82 Billion
Market Size by 2031 US$ 7.52 Billion
Global CAGR (2023 - 2031) 5.7 %
Historical Data 2021-2022
Forecast period 2024-2031
Segments Covered By Component
  • Solutions and Services
By Technology
  • 2D and 3D
By Organization Size
  • SMEs and Large Enterprises
By End User
  • Manufacturing
  • Aerospace & Defense
  • Automotive
  • Healthcare
  • Energy & Power
Regions and Countries Covered North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
South and Central America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South and Central America
Middle East and Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Rest of Middle East and Africa
Market leaders and key company profiles
  • ASA Computers, Inc.
  • Autodesk, Inc
  • Canvas GFX, Inc.
  • Corel Corporation
  • Cyient Ltd.
  • Dassault Systemes
  • Ignite Technologies, Inc
  • PTC Inc
  • QuadriSpace Corporation
  • The Technical Drawing Company

  • Technical Illustration Software Market Players Density: Understanding Its Impact on Business Dynamics

    The Technical Illustration Software Market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.


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    Technical Illustration Software Market News and Recent Developments

    The technical illustration software market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. The following is a list of developments in the market for speech and language disorders and strategies:

    • In January 2021, Tech Soft 3D announced that Canvas GFX is using HOOPS Platform to add 3D CAD model functionality to their newest product, Canvas X3, a powerful new product with the ability to import data in more than 90 file formats, including files created in all leading 3D CAD packages. (Source: Tech Soft 3D, Press Release)
    • In Jan 2021, Canvas GFX, Inc., the leading technical illustration software provider, announced the commercial release of its newest product, Canvas X3 CADComposer. (Source: Canvas GFX, Inc, Press Release)

    Technical Illustration Software Market Report Coverage and Deliverables

    The “Technical Illustration Software Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)” report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:

    • Market size and forecast at global, regional, and country levels for all the key market segments covered under the scope
    • Market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities
    • Key future trends
    • Detailed PEST/Porter’s Five Forces and SWOT analysis
    • Global and regional market analysis covering key market trends, major players, regulations, and recent market developments
    • Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, prominent players, and recent developments
    • Detailed company profiles

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    What is the estimated market size for the global technical illustration software market in 2023?
    The global technical illustration software market was estimated to be US$ 4.82 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.7 % during the forecast period 2023 - 2031.
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    What are the driving factors impacting the global technical illustration software market?
    The growing need for technical documentation and improvements in visualization technologies are the major factors that propel the global technical illustration software market.
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    What are the future trends of the global technical illustration software market?
    The increasing focus on mobile friendly illustrations is anticipated to play a significant role in the global technical illustration software market in the coming years.
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    Which are the key players holding the major market share of the global technical illustration software market?
    The key players holding majority shares in the global technical illustration software market are ASA Computers, Inc., Autodesk, Inc., Canvas GFX, Inc., Corel Corporation, and Cyient Ltd.
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    What will be the market size of the global technical illustration software market by 2031?
    The global technical illustration software market is expected to reach US$ 7.52 billion by 2031.
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