Tips on using the SolidWorks Fill Pattern feature

Here’s a feature that you might not use too much (or even know about).  The “Fill…

Save As Copy in SolidWorks

Many times a SolidWorks user wants to experiment with a part they are working on, but…

SolidWorks’ Hidden Document Properties

Most all of us who use SolidWorks know that for each document whether it is a…

How to Use the Bolt Connector in SolidWorks

If you analyze assemblies of parts that are joined by bolts or screws, you probably know…

Editing the SolidWorks Custom Property Name List

When setting up custom properties in your SolidWorks parts, assemblies and drawings you have no doubt…

Exploring the SolidWorks Property Tab Builder

The SolidWorks Property Tab Builder is a stand-alone utility you use to create a customized interface…

Introducing SolidWorks Electrical

Today, we’re excited to announce the release of SolidWorks Electrical, which makes it possible for you…

Getting the most out of your SolidWorks graphics–with help from NVIDIA

SolidWorks recently held a Technical Training summit for North American resellers.  About 75 technical leads from…

Customising SolidWorks Spell Checker

SolidWorks has a spell checker?  Yup!  It’s called Spelling Check and can be invoked on most…

SolidWorks: Assembly Visualization – the search for the missing file properties

Releasing your drawings to the machine shop with missing information makes a machinist angrier than a…

Demystifying the Color Settings in SolidWorks Parts and Assemblies

Applying colors to parts and assemblies in SolidWorks is not a difficult task, but one must…

SolidWorks: Using Curvature Combs to Inspect Curvature

One of my favorite ways to inspect curvature is to use curvature combs. These are graphical…