Eplan 2.9 [updated] 💫

This is arguably the biggest time-saver in the 2.9 release. Previously, when you wanted to link a schematic symbol to a 3D layout item or a part, you often had to navigate through several property dialogues.

Users can now generate and place QR codes directly within their documentation. These codes can link to internal project pages or external URLs, allowing field technicians to scan a physical or digital document and immediately access manufacturer data, maintenance videos, or cloud-hosted schematics. eplan 2.9

Anyone who has designed complex control cabinets knows that terminal management can be a headache. EPLAN 2.9 introduced significant quality-of-life improvements here: This is arguably the biggest time-saver in the 2

Expanded navigators allow for the bulk editing of project data. In list views—such as the device navigator—parts can now be edited directly, often eliminating the need for separate tabular editing windows. Service Pack 1 and Integration These codes can link to internal project pages

: The Macro Navigator now supports drag-and-drop functionality, significantly reducing the time spent navigating deep directory structures to find standardized symbols. User Experience & Learning Curve Pros :

EPLAN 2.7 was notoriously picky about operating systems and was nearing its end-of-life for support. EPLAN 2.9 offers native support for Windows 10 (and compatibility with Windows 11 environments) and handles high-DPI monitors much better. If you are using 4K screens, the icons and UI in 2.9 are far sharper and easier to read than in previous iterations.