SolidWorks is a powerful 3D CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software tool used by engineers and designers to create complex models and assemblies. SolidWorks is known for its user-friendly interface and its ability to handle large and complex designs. In this category, we’ll explore the different features and capabilities of SolidWorks, including creating sketches, designing parts and assemblies, and creating drawings. We’ll also cover advanced features of SolidWorks, such as simulation and analysis, rendering, and automation. Additionally, we’ll provide tips and tutorials for using SolidWorks effectively, including best practices for designing parts and assemblies, creating drawings, and collaborating with other designers. Whether you’re new to SolidWorks or an experienced user, this category is your go-to resource for all things SolidWorks.
How to Rotate Text in SOLIDWORKS You can rotate text in SOLIDWORKS sketches and drawings by editing the text or note properties. The exact controls depend on whether you are rotating sketch text, drawing notes, dimensions, or annotation text. For sketch text that becomes geometry, use the sketch text settings. For drawing notes, use note …
How to Make a Helix or Spiral in SOLIDWORKS The Helix/Spiral command creates a helical curve from a circle or a spiral from a sketch. It is commonly used as the path for springs, threads, coils, hoses, decorative grooves, and sweep features that need a controlled twist. Create the base circle Start a sketch on …
How to Change Sheet Format in SOLIDWORKS The sheet format in a SOLIDWORKS drawing controls the title block, border, notes, logo, and other sheet background items. Changing the sheet format is useful when you need a different company template, sheet size, border, or title block layout. Do not confuse sheet format with drawing template. The …
How to Change Drawing Template in SOLIDWORKS Well-configured SOLIDWORKS drawing templates are the key to consistent, standards‑compliant drawings across projects and teams. When you “change the drawing template”, you are really updating the drawing’s Document Properties, sheet format settings, and any predefined views, then saving those changes back out as a .drwdot template file. The …
Where are SOLIDWORKS templates stored? When you create a new part, assembly or drawing in SOLIDWORKS, you are really just opening a template file. These template files control units, drafting standards, title block references, custom properties and many other document settings. By default, SOLIDWORKS stores its standard document templates in a hidden Windows folder similar …
How to Use Hole Wizard in SOLIDWORKS Hole Wizard is the standard SOLIDWORKS tool for creating common hole types quickly and accurately. Instead of sketching a profile and building every hole manually, you select a hole standard, choose the type and size, define the end condition, and place the hole using the Positions tab. That …
How to Save a SOLIDWORKS Assembly as a Part You can save a SOLIDWORKS assembly as a part when you need a lighter reference model, a simplified file for a customer or supplier, or a single part document for use in another assembly. Open the assembly, choose File > Save As, select Part (*.sldprt), choose …
How to Show Bend Lines in a SOLIDWORKS Drawing Bend lines in a SOLIDWORKS drawing show where a sheet metal part bends in the flat pattern. They are important for fabrication because they communicate bend location, bend direction, and bend notes when the flat pattern view is prepared correctly. If bend lines are missing, the …
SolidWorks Sheet Metal has a lot of useful and time saving features. One benefit is the ability to create a flat pattern of a complex sheet metal shape. This tutorial will cover setting up the sheet metal properties, as well as using “Edge Flange” and “Sketched Bend” features. Turn on the “Sheet Metal” tab if …
The feature to be used will depend on the direction required. An extrude can only ever be applied if the direction is normal to the sketch plane. The only option, where extrude is desired, is to apply a taper to the faces of the extrude. Alternatively, “Swept Boss/Base can be used to create an “extrude” …