Another highly common Naskh-style font. Arabic.shx: A more simplified font.
Modern AutoCAD versions support TrueType, but they can be slower and cause issues with older plotting devices.
is a specialized, vector-based native Shape file (SHX) font designed to render traditional Arabic calligraphy accurately within CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software . Rooted deeply in the classical Naskh calligraphic style—noted globally for its rhythmic fluidity, rounded typography, and exceptional legibility—the naskhd.shx (and its common variant naskh.shx ) allows engineers, architects, and designers to add native Arabic annotations directly onto technical blueprints.
Open AutoCAD. The font will now be available in the text style dialog box. Using Naskhd.shx in Your Drawings Font Naskhd.shx
The best approach is to find the missing naskhd.shx file and place it in the Fonts folder described above. Conclusion
If you are using an English AutoCAD version without the ME (Middle East) language pack, the font will be missing when you open a DWG created by an Arabic user.
Because Naskhd.shx is not a default AutoCAD font, it is a frequent culprit for the dreaded warning when sharing drawings. Engineers often have to track down the specific file to ensure the text doesn't revert to a generic, unreadable font or simple boxes. Another highly common Naskh-style font
In 2024, a GitHub project called attempted to convert Naskhd.shx into a variable TrueType font, but the project stalled due to the complexity of mapping shape numbers to Unicode code points and preserving RTL shaping rules.
Click "New" and name it (e.g., "Arabic_Naskh").
Are you still seeing "Font Naskhd.shx not found"? Share this article with your BIM coordinator or leave a comment below for specific troubleshooting steps. is a specialized, vector-based native Shape file (SHX)
If you do not have administrative access to the main Fonts directory, you can drop the Naskhd.shx file into the same folder as the DWG drawing file you are trying to open. AutoCAD always checks the local project folder for missing resources before throwing an error. 3. Text Renders as Question Marks (???)
Using the proper font is not just an aesthetic choice; it’s an functional one in engineering.
If the text still doesn't appear correctly, check if the drawing requires a "Big Font" mapping. Go to the text style and check the "Use a Big Font" option, selecting a corresponding Arabic Big Font if necessary.