CAD tip # 4361:

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Can I save older version files from Inventor 2009,2008,11,10,9,8?

No - you have to use only the export of dumb 3D models (solids) to save files for older Inventor versions.

And similarly for other Inventor versions (applies also to other 3D modelers) - to transfer data to previous versions/formats use neutral formats - e.g. SAT or STEP (they will not retain 'intelligence'/model history).

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20.4.2005 23296× FAQ

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applies to: Inventor 2008 · Inventor 11 · Inventor 10 · Inventor 9 · Inventor 8 ·

See also:
Tip 14472:	Overview of CAD formats supported in Inventor 2026 (import/export/AnyCAD).
Tip 14075:	Overview of CAD formats supported in Inventor 2025 (import/export/AnyCAD).
Tip 13800:	Visually compare 3D geometry in CAD and BIM files.
Tip 13152:	Compatibility of Autodesk products with Windows 11.
Tip 12184:	Overview of CAD formats supported in Inventor 2020 (import/export/AnyCAD).

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