This gives a whole new meaning to collaborative design. Miscellany You can customize and program Inventor 2. It uses Microsoft COM extensions, which means that any add-on programs won't be tied to a specific Inventor release. When a new release comes along, your existing add-ons will continue to run, although they won't support features added in the new release. You can buy thirdparty addons without fear of the usual delays at new release time.
Little things make a difference.
For example, the File Open dialog box now shows thumbnail previews. Another great idea didn't even make it into the new features list. Like many modelers, Inventor has a function that lets you select a flat surface on the part. The model then shows a plan view, looking straight on to the selected face. The difference with R2, however, is that it doesn't simply snap to the new view orientation.