Monday, December 8th, at 8:30am ET Legacy of Leadership: Driving Towards the Future | Make it BetterIn this special episode, we’re joined by a true visionary in the world of design and engineering: @GPB, SVP of Mainstream Innovation at Dassault Systèmes and former CEO of SOLIDWORKS.

Welcome to the SOLIDWORKS Learning Resources WIKI Your learning journey starts here: Activate Setup Practice Expand Usage Master Advocate SOLIDWORKS Community Page SOLIDWORKS + 3DEXPERIENCE | Adoption Guide (Coming Soon) In this WIKI, you will find information and resources to help you implement the 3DEXPERIENCE platform and get started with your SOLIDWORKS applications. The Getting Started is intended to help you navigate through the common steps that a SOLIDWORKS users

Welcome to the SOLIDWORKS + 3DEXPERIENCE Getting Started Guide This guide has been created to help SOLIDWORKS users get started with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform and other SOLIDWORKS Cloud roles and apps. As a user on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, you can have 1 of 2 core responsibilities: Administrator or Member. As an administrator, you will be involved in setting up the platform, inviting others, and assigning permissions. As a member, you will utilize the roles and applications assigned to you

Getting Started and Implementing SOLIDWORKS Design with the 3DEXPERIENCE PlatformImplementing 3DEXPERIENCE for SOLIDWORKS UsersSOLIDWORKS Design SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS Moving SOLIDWORKS Files to the 3DEXPERIENCE PlatformSOLIDWORKS Design SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS Using SOLIDWORKS Design Specific Tools and Features with 3DEXPERIENCE Storing SOLIDWORKS Templates on the 3DEXPERIENCE

There are MANY resources available that can help you on your learning journey. Below you will find a number of links to learning resources available from Dassault Systèmes. Check with your Reseller Partner to see what learning they offer. If you are not sure who your Reseller Partner is, you can find your local Reseller Partner here. SolidPractices for SOLIDWORKS + 3DEXPERIENCEGet best practices for common workflows and functions. These best practice guides are designed for you to make the

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Simulation What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Problems with large SOLIDWORKS models (many large part and assembly files) Problems with large meshes Problems creating large result files Problems reading large result files Problems displaying mesh or results. Revision HistoryRev #DateDescription1.0August 2020Document verified for current software release (2020 SP3.0). Some changes

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation Electronics Cooling Module What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Fundamentals of Thermal Management SOLIDWORKS Flow Simulation Electronics Cooling Module Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0April 2019Created document2.0April 2021Document verified for current software release & modified: new section added on ‘DTMs vs CTMs approach?’ and added detailed information about

Best Practice Information Domain and Role/Product SOLIDWORKS Simulation What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!What Does “Solver Selection” Mean? Equation Solver Selection in SOLIDWORKS Simulation The Importance of Performing Your Own Tests Additional Tips for Making the Best Choice Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0Sep 2020Updated and revised for use by customers. Changed document version to 1.0. Added new section ‘What Does “Solver Selection”

Best Practice Information Domain and Role/Product SOLIDWORKS Design, SOLIDWORKS Motion What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Mechatronics Relevant SOLIDWORKS Software Functionality Partner Products Motion Study Solver Settings Advanced Motion Analysis Options Motion Study Properties - Recommendations for Troubleshooting Tips and Best Practices Additional Resources Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0August 2019Updated and revised for use by

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/Product SOLIDWORKS Simulation What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Basics of Nonlinear Analysis Examples of what you can and cannot do with SOLIDWORKS Simulation Nonlinear Analysis Options Material Models and Constitutive Relations Interactions between parts Troubleshooting and Questions from the Knowledgebase Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0May 2019Updated and revised for use by customers. Reset as

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/Product SOLIDWORKS Simulation What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Planning your Simulation Mesh Geometry and Simulation Meshing Procedures Guidelines and Preparing Geometry for Simulation Meshing Guidelines for Mixed Meshing When not to use Beams Meshing Strategy and Quality Revision HistoryRev #DateDescription1.0August 2020Document entirely updated and with new screen captures. Added section 5 - “Solid

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/Product SOLIDWORKS Simulation , SOLIDWORKS PDM What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Backbone of Simulation Data Management Intelligent Simulation Framework The 5Ws of Simulation Workflow Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0Mar 2019Revised for use by customers. Reset as document version 1.01.1Mar 2021Document verified for current software release, no changes made.1.2Mar 2024Document verified for current

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIWORKS Simulation What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Frequency Analysis Dynamic Analysis Modal Time History Analysis Harmonic Analysis Random Vibration Analysis Response Spectrum Analysis General Tips and Tricks Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0Oct 2020Document verified for current software release, template, and other minor changes. Added reference to new KB S-078397. Revised for use by

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/Product SOLIDWORKS Simulation What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Introduction to Pumps Simplification Before Simulation Creating Rotation Regions Meshing Measuring Pump Performance Revision HistoryRev #DateDescription1.0August 2020Document created1.1August 2023Document verified for current release 2023 SP2.0 Note All SolidPractices are written as guidelines. It is a strong recommendation to use these

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/Product SOLIDWORKS Simulation What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Fastener and Bolts Differences and Definitions Bolt Connections - Technical Definitions Automatic Conversion of Toolbox Fasteners to Bolt Connectors Tips and Best Practices Revision HistoryRev #DateDescription1.0Mar 2019Document created.1.1Mar 2021Document reviewed. Verified for current software release. Expanded the topic 6b ‘Von Mises

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/Product SOLIDWORKS Manage What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Backing up your SOLIDWORKS Manage system Upgrading SOLIDWORKS Manage Restoring your SOLIDWORKS Manage System to a different server Optimizing SOLIDWORKS Manage Revision HistoryRev #DateDescription1.0November 2024Document created.2.0 May 2025Document formatted for 3DSwym Note All SolidPractices are written as guidelines. It is a strong

Best Practice Information Domain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS PDM What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Introduction to the SOLIDWORKS PDM API Common Pitfalls The Different Types of PDM Apps Available Through the SOLIDWORKS PDM API Add-In Development The SOLIDWORKS Task Add-In Script Developing Custom Task Add-Ins Add-In Issues and How to Resolve Them Useful Techniques of Exception and Error Logging PDM Pro Web API Service Revision HistoryRev

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS PDM What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Implementation Planning Frequently Asked Questions Troubleshooting SQL Server and Network Connections References Revision HistoryRev #DateDescription1.0May 2020Updated and revised for use by customers. Received full editorial review. Reset as document version 1.01.1May 2023Updated screen captures and Knowledge Base articles2.0May 2025Document

Best Practice Information Domain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS PDM What's Covered? Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Prerequisites for multi-site implementations Installing SOLIDWORKS PDM in a replicated environment Using an archive server and database replication Troubleshooting slow system behaviour Revision HistoryRev #DateDescription1.0August 2019Updated and revised for use by customers. Reset as document version 1.0.1.1May 2021Updated document – added new

Best Practice Information Domain and Role/Product SOLIDWORKS PDM What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!SOLIDWORKS PDM Architecture Installation and Configuration Investigating Performance Problems References Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0Apr 2020Document updated for the latest software version. Revised for use by customers and reset as document version 1.01.1Nov 2022Document updated for SOLIDWORKS PDM 2023 SP0 Document renamed to

Best Practice Information Domain and Role/Product SOLIDWORKS PDM What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right SQL Server failover network topology Installing and configuring SQL Server Enabling always-on Testing your SQL server setup Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0Jun 2018Document created.1.0Jun 2020Updated and revised for use by customers. Retain as document version 1.0.1.1Mar 2023Document validated for the current release2.0June 2025Document

Best Practice Information Domain and Role/Product SOLIDWORKS PDM What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right! Network authentication Determining authentication servers Authentication testing Understanding when PDM authenticate Testing and troubleshooting authentication Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0Mar 2020Added information about single sign on. Updated URLs and screen captures. Revised for use by customers and reset as document version

Best Practice Information Domain and Role/Product SOLIDWORKS PDM What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Backup strategies for the database, archives, and more Set up a test environment for restore scenarios. Addressing inconsistencies while restoring non-synchronous server components. Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0Apr 2020Document and screenshot minor changes. Revised for use by customers and reset as document version 1.01.1Apr 2022Minor

Best Practice Information Domain and Role/Product SOLIDWORKS PDM What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top rightUnderstanding PDM architecture and server components Client-side architecture WAN model and replication Understanding PDM operations Understanding PDM Web2 architecture Site definitions and examples Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0Mar 2019Revised for use by customers Reset as document version 1.0 1.1Mar 2021Removed legacy Web information

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS PDM What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top rightUnderstanding space requirements What is Cold Storage? Setting up Cold Storage What happens when you use Cold Storage? Working in a replicated environment Restoring files from Cold Storage Revision HistoryRev #DateDescription1.0Jan 2021Updated and revised for customer publication.1.1Jul 2024Document validated for the current release. No major changes

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS PDM What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Improvements to search The types of searching available to users Setting defaults on search cards Creating favorite searches Modifying search result columns SQL modifications to improve search speed The best ways to fill out the default complete search card Do’s and Don’ts Command line options Content search Revision HistoryRev

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS PLM Product Release Engineer What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top rightProduct Release Engineer Fundamentals Understanding the Unified Product Structure Creating a Bill of Materials Overview of the Additional 3DEXPERIENCE Roles that Integrate with Product Release Engineer Getting Started with BOM Management Using Product Release Engineer Revision HistoryRev #DateDescription1.0Dec 2024Document

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List belowIntroduction to Using SOLIDWORKS Configurations With 3DEXPERIENCEData Model and Identifiers in the 3DEXPERIENCE PlatformUpdate SOLIDWORKS Files for Compatibility with the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform Working with Existing SOLIDWORKS FilesRecommended Strategies for Working With Part and

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right! Prerequisite Learning Introduction to Iterations on the 3DEXPERIENCE PlatformWhat is an Iteration Iterations Vs Revisions How Do Iterations Work in SOLIDWORKS Design Configuring the 3DEPERIENCE Platform. Use Case ExamplesWorking with Iterations of a SOLIDWORKS Part Working

Best Practice Information Domain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right! Prerequisite Learning Introduction to choosing the right approach for managing material finishesDefining the material finish of a component as a function of design, or of manufacturing. Use Case Example - Defining a Material Finish in SOLIDWORKS Design as a function of

Best Practice Information Domain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right! Prerequisite Learning Introduction to Managing Flexible Parts Using the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform and SOLIDWORKS Design Deformable Parts in the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform Revision HistoryRev #DateDescription1.0Oct 2025Document created. Note All SolidPractices are written as

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right! Prerequisite Learning Introduction Working Concurrently with Multiple Users - The BasicsTrack Updates Using MySession Status Information Keeping MySession Status Information Up to Date Updating Modified Components Replacing Out-of-Date Revisions Locking and Unlocking Files

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Terminology that is unique to the derived output Management of derived output and derived formats in your platform Derived formats that are available for you to generate How to generate derived formats Using derived output for interoperability between SOLIDWORKS® apps and

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Electrical What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Architecture Installation Projects and Data Flow Terminology and Definitions Revision HistoryRev #DateDescription1.0June 2019Updated and revised for use by customers. Reset as document version 1.0.1.1March 2021Document modified with minor changes, added new table entry in section 2D.1.2May 2023Document validated for SOLIDWORKS 2023 SP2.12.0May

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Supported File Types End Results Running for the First Time Lite vs. Professional Working with: IDF Files Prostep Files (IDX) Comonent Databases Best Practices for multi-users CircuitWorks Options CircuitWorks and PDM Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0Jan 2021New document.1.1Oct 2023Routine maintenance

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Electrical What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right! System Requirements Installation Types and Prerequisites Licensing Program Components SQL Server Management Installation - Individual, Server, and Admin Image Archiving Tips Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0Apr 2019Revised for use by customers and reset as document version 1.01.1June 2021Document modified with adding info from what’s

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Composer What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Understanding Data Translation Translating Data Understanding the Update Function Updating SOLIDWORKS Composer Documents Updating Different Types of Views Importing Appearances from SOLIDWORKS Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0Apr2019Revised for use by customers and reset as document version 1.01.1Apr2021Document validated and updated with

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Composer What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Installing SOLIDWORKS Composer Licensings Installing Previous Versions Upgrading from 3DVIA Composer Upgrading from SOLIDWORKS Composer Recommended Options Troubleshooting Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0July 2019Revised for use by customers and reset as document version 1.01.1July 2021Updated for version 2021. Adds more details in the

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductDraftSight What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Usage Context and Supported Languages API Documentation API Object Model Macro Development Add-in Development Standalone App Development Common Use Case Examples Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0Dec 2023New document.2.0 May 2025 Document formatted for 3DSwym Note All SolidPractices are written as guidelines. It is a strong recommendation to

Best Practice Information Domain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Programming Best Practices Programming Type and Language Comparisons Macro Recorder SOLIDWORKS API Help The API Object Model API Usage Advice .Net Development Developing Add-ins Standalone App Development Interfaces for: Add-Ins Standalone Apps Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0March 2020Document

Best Practice Information Domain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services SOLIDWORKS PDM SOLIDWORKS Manage What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right! SOLIDWORKS Licensing Licensing Types Components of an SNL Environment SolidNetwork License Manager Licensing for SOLIDWORKS PDM and SOLIDWORKS Manage Global License Administration Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0Dec 2020Revised for use by customers Reset as document

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Overview and Benefits of CAD Administration Assigning and Managing Licenses Deploying Installations Standardizing Workflows Enforcing Adherence to Standards Training Users Monitoring Usage Answering Questions from Users Updating Hardware Preparing for Upgrade Additional Resources Revision History Rev

Best Practice Information Domain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Uninstalling the SOLIDWORKS software Deleting Specific Folders Deleting Registry Keys Deactivate the .NET Framework Software Uninstall the Bonjour Software Reactivate the .NET Framework Software Revision HistoryRev #DateDescription1.0July 2020Document created.1.1Sept 2022Document validated for 2022 SP3 with

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Preliminary Considerations Permissions Considerations Licensing Upgrade Installation Files Preparing Client Machines for Upgrade Upgrading SOLIDWORKS Clients Testing Installations The Upgrade Process Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0Jan 2019Revised for use by customers Reset as document version 1.0

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Units and Enforcing Standardization Templates Default Drawing Settings Default Display Elements Default Graphics Settings for Optimal Performance Preventing Local Users from Overriding and Making Changes to SOLIDWORKS Options and Settings SOLIDWORKS Toolbox SOLIDWORKS Logs File Management Important and

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Working With 2D Files Viewing in eDrawings Editing With DraftSight Importing Into SOLIDWORKS 2D to 2D Import Process – The DXF/DWG Import Wizard 2D to 3D Import Process - Workflows for 3D Part Creation Using 3D DXF/DWG files Considerations Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0Jan 2021Document created.1.2Apr

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services SOLIDWORKS PDM What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Toolbox Components Considerations for Managing the Toolbox in SOLIDWORKS PDM Shared Toolbox Folder Location Important Settings to Configure Before Using the Toolbox in a Production Environment Custom Property Definitions Part Numbers, Descriptions, and Configuration Names Adding Content Separating

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Overview of Weldments File Locations Creating Profiles Sketching Tips Working with Weldment Groups Weldment Configuration Weldment Properties and Cut Lists Weldment Specific Features Welment Document Properties Linking Cut List Properties Configuring Cut Lists Tips Revision History Rev

Best Practice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS Design SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!3D File Import Example Import Workflow Tips for Importing Geometry and Kernel Limitations Repair and Evaluation of Imported Files 3D Interconnect Importing Mesh Files Importing PMI Importing STEP, IGES, and ACIS Files Modification of Imported Geometry Simplification of Geometry Exporting Files Revision History

Managing Cast and Machined Variations SOLIDWORKS configurations provide a simple and efficient method of capturing the cast and machined variations of a part. When working with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, the required strategy will depend on the lifecycle requirements of each variation. If the requirement is to treat both as one part number, then it's recommended that both the cast and machined variations are created as configurations in the same part file. This part file should contain only

There are two methods to update existing SOLIDWORKS files for 3DEXPERIENCE compatibility. System-Defined Update Logic The name and Part number displayed when used in a bill of materials property, for each configuration, determine whether a configuration is updated to a Physical Product configuration or a Representation configuration. The following logic, which applies to parts and assemblies, satisfies the majority of use cases. SOLIDWORKS Design Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS +

The following section of the guide describes three common workflow examples for sharing design content between SOLIDWORKS and the SOLIDWORKS browser-based design apps. Each use case provides “how to…” information and outlines the recommended working practices. The use cases are not intended to be step-by-step training. After reviewing each use case, you will be able to follow the same workflows with your own SOLIDWORKS design content. Before proceeding, please ensure that you are familiar with

Welcome to SolidPractices, the home of Best Practices for working with SOLIDWORKS products on Desktop and the 3DEXPERIENCE platform! As we transition to this Community as the home for SolidPractices, you will find 3DEXPERIENCE-related guides here and Desktop-related guides in the full catalog. Please note: The product names of SOLIDWORKS Desktop (Machine License) and 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS (Named License) have now been changed to SOLIDWORKS Design. Available as a standalone Machine License

The 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026 agenda is live! Now is the best time to start planning your trip. Read this blog to learn the five reasons to register. Register today and complete your event profile to start building your schedule today.3dxw26 www.solidworks.com/3DXW26-AGENDALIVE

Learn more about AAKRUTI, a leading student design and innovation competition that challenges students to solve real-world problems using technology, creativity, and engineering skills. The winners will compete in the International Finale at 3DEXPERIENCE World, February 1-4, 2026, in Houston, TX. 3DXW26 www.solidworks.com/3DXW26-AAKRUTIGeoFinals

Dassault Systèmes has announced the general availability of SOLIDWORKS 2026, its next-generation portfolio of AI-powered 3D design, collaboration, and data management applications. Check out this Eureka! post.

The Playground at 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026 is the physical hub of the event, fostering an environment where imagination can flourish and providing a central location to connect with peers and network with others. See what's planned for 2026 in this blog. 3dxw26 www.solidworks.com/3dxw26-playground

Concurrent Assembly Design with SOLIDWORKS Design and the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform Whether a design consists of a high or low number of components, it is common practice during the design process for multiple people or teams to be responsible for creating and modifying different aspects of the design, often simultaneously. Users who intend to work concurrently on the same design together must have a clear understanding of how to structure their working practices correctly in both SOLIDWORKS Design

If you are new to SOLIDWORKS xDesign, you can use this page to get started. SOLIDWORKS xDesign is a collection of SOLIDWORKS browser-based apps (See below). This page will help you get started with ANY of the SOLIDWORKS browser-based Apps. What's in the box? SOLIDWORKS xDesign contains the following Roles: xDesign xShape xSheetMetal xFrame xMold xDrawing xStudio Welcome Welcome SOLIDWORKS xDesign Get Started Once you have been assigned SOLIDWORKS xDesign, the best place to start your

If you are a new or experienced SOLIDWORKS Design user, you can use this page to get started with SOLIDWORKS Design. In this section, you will learn what the SOLIDWORKS Design role has to offer, what the role comprises of and how to get started using it yourself. You will also discover the resources available for your learning journey. What's in the box? When you buy SOLIDWORKS Design, you can choose between Standard, Professional, and Premium. Check out this link to learn more about what

Getting Started as a Member/UserAs a member (a user on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform), there are a few common steps that you will need to complete when getting started. These steps will also depend on what roles you are assigned. At step 3, you can select the appropriate pages to help you get started with the roles that you are assigned. All other steps apply to all roles and how to organize, access, and manage your data. Platform Member | Basics | 1. Accept the User Invitation and

Getting Started as an Administrator Platform Admin | Basics | 1. Access Your Platform for the First Time | 2. Your First Steps as a Platform Administrator | 3. Create a Place to Store Your 3D Data Using Collaborative Spaces | 4. Create a Folder Structure Using Bookmark Editor | 5. Create a Community for Team Collaboration | 6. Install Your Roles and Applications Learn how to install your Design, Simulation, Governance, or Manufacturing roles. Then return to the Admin or Member path

In this post, you will find useful information on how to get started with the installation of SOLIDWORKS Design. PrerequisitesHardware and software requirements, and certified workstations are available here. You can also use the Cloud Eligibility Checker to see if your system is compatible. You can install and run SOLIDWORKS Design on consumer systems that are not compatible, namely systems that do not have professional graphics cards (NVIDIA Quadro / NVIDIA RTX Series, AMD Radeon™ PRO).

As you design, store, and revise products in 3DEXPERIENCE, there will likely be data that you want to clean up or get rid of from your platform storage. While deleting the data may be the first thought (and it could be the correct answer), there are actually a few ways to handle data that is no longer used. How To In this video, we begin by discussing whether or not you should delete objects and some alternate methods you can use to restrict or clean up unwanted objects. Then we show how to

In this video, you'll learn how to set up an email notification so that any new topic, answer, media, and so on will send you an email so you are informed that there's something new in this community. How To Setup Notifications Learning Experiences To learn more about the core applications of the 3DEXPERIENCE platform (part of the 3DSwymer Role), take a look at the below learning module. Explore the 3DSwymer Role In this module, you will learn how to collaborate using the platform’s

Product Structure Explore lets you navigate assembly structures. This navigation and viewing experience is made available inside different views, including a tree view, a graph view, and a 3D view. How To This video covers the basics of using Product Explorer as well as how to add attachments to items. It shows how to add the Product Structure Explore widget to your dashboard and other methods of opening products in the app. Navigate Assembly Structure with Product Explorer Learning

In this video, you'll learn how to access and work with tasks that have been assigned to you. We'll look at how to do so from a web browser as well as how to access it from inside SOLIDWORKS. We'll also look at how to comment back to the assignee, access attachments, update the percentages complete, as well as update the completion status. How To The Collaborative Tasks app can be found on the Tasks tab of your default SOLIDWORKS Cockpit. In the example below, you can see the Collaborative

3DSwym Communities are the heart of collaboration on the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform. Think of a community as a message board to collaborate with your colleagues using different types of posts. Additionally, you can use a 3DSwym Conversations to chat with colleagues and use video calls to conduct meetings with one or more of your colleagues. How To The 3DSwym app can be found on the Communities tab of your default SOLIDWORKS Cockpit. In the example below, you can see the Collaborative Designer for

In this page, you will learn how to store, find, organize, and open your design data using the 3DEXPERIENCE platform and the design apps you use to create. In the Get Started With Your Roles and Applications section of this Members Path, you will have learnt how to create and save design data to the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Each section also walked you through different ways to manage your data within your CAD application. In the next few sections, we will look at how to store and manage your data

SOLIDWORKS xDesign is a collection of browser-based Apps that can be accessed through your browser using the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. With SOLIDWORKS xDesign, you can:  Create parts, assemblies, 2D drawings, life-like renderings, and utilize productivity tools, all from a browser Search, access, explore, organize, and manage your design data directly from within the 3DEXPERIENCE platform Work efficiently with a concurrent design experience Manage your product design data with seamless and

Starting in July 2023, all new purchases of SOLIDWORKS Desktop CAD licenses (Perpetual, Term, Standalone, or Network) will include Cloud Services as part of the subscription. More information can be found on the SOLIDWORKS website. Cloud Services as part of SOLIDWORKS comprises of 3 Roles: 3DSwymer - Connect and collaborate with others on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform Collaborative Industry Innovator - Securely access, collaborate, manage and control your data on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform

In this post, you will find useful information on how to get started with the installation of Design with SOLIDWORKS. PrerequisitesHardware and software requirements and certified workstations are available here. You can also use the Cloud Eligibility Checker to see if your system is compatible. You can install and run Design with SOLIDWORKS on consumer systems that are not compatible, namely systems that do not have professional graphics cards (NVIDIA Quadro / NVIDIA RTX Series, AMD

In this post, you will find useful information on how to get started with the installation of SOLIDWORKS Design. PrerequisitesHardware and software requirements and certified workstations are available here. You can install and run SOLIDWORKS Connected on consumer systems that are not compatible, namely systems that do not have professional graphics cards (NVIDIA Quadro / NVIDIA RTX Series, AMD Radeon™ PRO). However, SOLIDWORKS is optimized for Windows® 10 workstations and professional

SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services is the same SOLIDWORKS Design that you know and love, plus the Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS role that connects SOLIDWORKS to the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. SOLIDWORKS product design data can be stored on the platform for consumption by other platform applications. This creates a seamless connection between your SOLIDWORKS designs and other 3DEXPERIENCE platform roles and applications. Using SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud Services, you can:  Create

As a member of your company's 3DEXPERIENCE platform, you may need help to get started with your SOLIDWORKS Roles and Applications Depending on the Roles your company owns, the steps to get started will differ. Select the role below to get started. 3.1 Member | SOLIDWORKS Design (Platform Role)Use this page to see how to get started with the SOLIDWORKS Design Role and included apps 3.2 Member | SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud ServicesUse this page to get started using SOLIDWORKS Design with Cloud

In this section, you will learn how to install SOLIDWORKS Design and Get Started with the basics of launching and using SOLIDWORKS Design. With SOLIDWORKS Design, you can:  Create parts, assemblies, drawings, and utilize productivity and automation tools Search, access, explore, organize, and manage your design data directly from within your SOLIDWORKS application Work efficiently with a simpler concurrent design experience Manage your product design data with seamless and integrated

In this page, you will learn how to access learning resources and start to become familiar with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Your first step as a member of the platform is to familiarize yourself with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform Dashboard, the Compass, and the Top Bar. Dashboards are configurable layouts of tabs and app widgets that you can use to create, manage, share, and collaborate with data and people. The Compass, located at the top left, is the home of all of your applications. The compass

The SOLIDWORKS team is excited to announce the upcoming release of the SOLIDWORKS roles. The R2026x GA release, scheduled for Saturday, November 15th, 2025, features significant enhancements that help customers simplify workflows and improve productivity. What's New in SOLIDWORKS R2026x GA - Nov. 15, 2025 To learn more about the enhancements in R2026x GA, check out the video-rich What’s New in SOLIDWORKS wiki.