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SOLIDPRACTICES - New SOLIDWORKS + 3DEXPERIENCE Guides

Please take a moment to check out two new SolidPractices guides for SOLIDWORKS + 3DEXPERIENCE. These valuable resources are designed to assist SOLIDWORKS users who are adopting the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Managing Deformed Variations of a DesignMany products contain flexible components. Flexible components deform from their original manufactured shape when placed into a product during assembly. Common examples of flexible components include O-rings, Springs, Hoses, and Cables. This

Make It Better - Live With Manish

Tomorrow! Oct 28 from 1PM ET, Make it Better will be hosting SOLIDWORKS CEO, @MK We will hear about his early days shaping the software, to his favorite additions over the years, to his passion for the community and vision for the future. This episode is all about impact, inspiration, and innovation. Set a reminder now!

Celebrate 30 Years of SOLIDWORKS

Coming November 5, 3pm ET - a virtual celebration of SOLIDWORKS 30 years! Get the details from this blog post and set up a notification in YouTube:

30th SOLIDWORKS ANNIVERSARY COMPETITION!

Dear SOLIDWORKS users, In case you have not seen the Linkedin post that we recently published. We announced the 🎉 30th SOLIDWORKS Anniversary Competition. You can still make it, let s share your best design before the 30th of November 2025 To celebrate 30 years of innovation, we’re giving the chance to win : 🛫 3 trips to 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026 in Houston 🎓 30 exclusive certificates 🚀How to enter 1️⃣ Publish a post on your own public LinkedIn profile featuring your best design made with

SOLIDWORKS 30th Anniversary: The first 10 of 30 Tips are Live!

Hello SOLIDWORKS users, We’re pleased to share with you our latest project. We’re celebrating our 30 Years of SOLIDWORKS. We’ve been working on a special video series - 30 individual videos, each featuring the best tips and tricks of all time. It would not have been possible without the support of all our engineers around the world, who brought each and every video to life, both from Dassault Systèmes and our very Valued Local Resellers. ✨We’re excited to share our result ✨ Please enjoy

6. Admin | Install Your Roles and Applications

As an administrator of your company's 3DEXPERIENCE platform, you may need to help install an application on your, or another member's computer. Depending on the Roles your company owns, the application and requirements may differ. SOLIDWORKS Design InstallationUse this page to see how to install the SOLIDWORKS Design App from the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS (Cloud Services) InstallationUse this page if you already have SOLIDWORKS Design installed (Desktop

6.2 Admin | Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS Installation

This tutorial steps you through the installation process and what you need to know to have a successful installation experience. Installing Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS is a simple process and is often installed directly by members who use the application. For more information and prerequisites for installing, please review the installation notes in the member section of this Getting Started Guide: 3.2.1 Member | Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS Installation How To Installing

6.1 Admin | SOLIDWORKS Design Installation

This tutorial steps you through the installation process and what you need to know to have a successful installation experience. Installing SOLIDWORKS Design is a simple process and is often installed directly by members who use the application. For more information and prerequisites for installing, please review the installation notes in the member section of this Getting Started Guide: 3.1.1 Member | SOLIDWORKS Design Installation How to Installing SOLIDWORKS Design from the 3DEXPERIENCE

4. Admin | Create a Folder Structure Using Bookmark Editor

The Bookmark Editor helps you to organize and manage your SOLIDWORKS CAD and non-CAD content. In this short video, we explore how to create new bookmark folders and build out a bookmark structure. Bookmark Folders are effectively tags that are added to your data; they are displayed in a folder-like structure, enabling you to manage your data in a familiar way. This helps users when transitioning from Windows folders or similar. How To In this video, you will learn how to create a new bookmark

Getting Started | Admin Path

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 to

Networking Opportunities at 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026

Here’s your guide to maximizing the networking opportunities at 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026. Learn more about: The numerous meetup sessions The Hive and the Playground Social Events and Evening Gatherings Learning Hubs Student and Early Career opportunities Get the most out of your time in Houston. Check out our latest World blog: www.solidworks.com/3dxw26-networking 3DXW26

Derived Output for SOLIDWORKS

SolidPractice InformationDomain and Role/Product3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS , Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS , SOLIDWORKS xDesign What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Terminology that is unique to 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 3DEXPERIENCE®

Are you coming to 3DEXPERIENCE World? Register now through Oct 27, and benefit from the lowest prices offered! No promo codes, no last-minute deals. The lowest rates are available today, and prices will increase as the event approaches. Join thousands of designers, engineers, and business leaders for four days of learning and connection. Don't delay, act now! 3DXW26

Global variables & Design Study optimization issues

Hi, My problem is as follows: I have an assembly that is controlled by global variables. I tried to run Design Study optimization on the assembly, and it worked fine, except for the assembly rebuild between optimization runs. I can solve the problem by setting each scenario twice in a row, which gives the assembly time to rebuild in the second scenario (of the two similar ones) and thus the result is reliable. Of course, this doubles the time spent on optimization, which is problematic. Is there

About Composer Animation Export KeyShot

Dear Interested Parties, Can we export the animation created in SolidWorks Composer and use the animation keys actively in the Keyshot program? We look forward to your support and wish you continued success. Best regards...

Learn How You Can Get Certified in Houston at 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026

Did you know that you can earn your SOLIDWORKS certification for free at 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026? Learn more about Certification Day in this blog. 3DXW26 www.solidworks.com/3dxw26-certification

30th SOLIDWORKS ANNIVERSARY COMPETITION

Dear SOLIDWORKS users, It is my first time ever I use this community – in case you have not seen the Linkedin post that we recently published. We announced the 🎉 30th SOLIDWORKS Anniversary Competition To celebrate 30 years of innovation, we’re giving the chance to win : 🛫 3 trips to 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026 in Houston 🎓 30 exclusive certificates 🚀 How to enter 1️⃣ Publish a post on your own public LinkedIn profile featuring your best design made with SOLIDWORKS. - Include an image or

The Scoop on SOLIDWORKS 2026: Q&A with SOLIDWORKS CEO Manish Kumar

This year marks 30 years of SOLIDWORKS, and we are excited to announce the latest release of SOLIDWORKS 2026 coming this November. We sat down with Manish Kumar to learn more about what’s new in 3D design and collaboration, and what’s coming. Check it out!

3. Member | Get Started With Your Roles and Applications

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 AugmentedUse this page to see how to get started with your SOLIDWORKS Design Augmented Role and included apps 3.2 Member | SOLIDWORKS Design ConnectedUse this page to get started using SOLIDWORKS Design Connected, and

3.2.1 Member | SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD Installation

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

3.2 Member | Roles: SOLIDWORKS Design Connected

SOLIDWORKS Design Connected 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 Connected, you can: Create parts, assemblies,

3.1.2 Member | Get Started With SOLIDWORKS Design Augmented

If you are a new or experienced SOLIDWORKS user, you can use this page to get started with SOLIDWORKS Design Augmented. In this section, you will learn what the SOLIDWORKS Design Augmented 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 Augmented, you can choose between Standard, Professional, and Premium. Check out this link to

3.1 Member | SOLIDWORKS Design Augmented

In this section, you will learn how to install SOLIDWORKS Design Augmented and Get Started with the basics of launching and using SOLIDWORKS Design. With SOLIDWORKS Design Augmented, 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

3.1.1 Member | SOLIDWORKS Design Augmented Installation

In this post, you will find useful information on how to get started with the installation of SOLIDWORKS Design Augmented. 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

6.3 Admin | SOLIDWORKS xDesign

If you have purchased the SOLIDWORKS xDesign, then the good news is that these applications are browser-based and do not require installation! If you have any of the SOLIDWORKS Browser-Based Roles, you can directly access xDesign, or any other SOLIDWORKS Browser-Based apps can be accessed from the SOLIDWORKS xDesign Cockpit. To access another SOLIDWORKS xApp app, you can select it from the Welcome app shown below, or by selecting the 'v' next to xDesign shown below. You can also

11. Member | What other Learning Resources are Available?

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

10. Member | Deleting Design Data

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

9. Member | Best Practices for Using Notifications

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

8. Member | Explore Product Design Structure and Relations

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

7. Member | Assign and Manage Tasks for You and Others

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

6. Member | Share and Collaborate with Others in a Community

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

5. Member | Revise your Designs

In this page, you will learn how to revise your design data to create a history. Now that you have saved and organized your data on the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, you can leverage other applications to manage your data and collaborate with others. How To To revise your designs, you can either use your CAD application or apps like Collaborative Lifecycle and Bookmark Editor. These apps allow you to change the revision and complete other data management tasks directly in your browser. In the

4. Member | Store, Find, Organize, and Open your Design Data

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

2. Member | Your First Steps as a Platform Member

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

1. Member | Accept the User Invitation and Access the Platform for the First Time

In this page, you will learn the key steps that you need to follow as a new member of the platform. During these steps, you will accept the invitation by logging in (or signing up) with a 3DEXPERIENCE ID and accessing the platform for the first time. As a new member of the platform, there are 2 possible ways that you will access the platform for the first time. You are both an Administrator and a Member. In this case, you should follow the steps in Admin Path starting with step 1. Admin |

10. Admin | What other Learning Resources are Available?

There are MANY resources available that can help you on your learning journey. Below you will find several 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 most

🧰 SOLIDWORKS Learning Resources

Welcome to the SOLIDWORKS Learning Resources WIKI Your learning journey starts here: Activate Setup Practice Expand Usage Master Advocate SOLIDWORKS Community Page 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 should go through to set up the 3DEXPERIENCE platform and learn

🏃‍♀️ SOLIDWORKS + 3DEXPERIENCE | Getting Started Guide

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 | Member Path

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

9. Admin | Create Content Naming Rules

This video explains how the 3DEXPERIENCE platform gives a unique name to all objects saved in a collaborative space. It could be saved from SOLIDWORKS or any other apps like xDesign or xShape. The video also explains how the name is created, how you can modify it, and how to set up the platform so that it works in the way you require. Note: Setting the 3DEXPERIENCE platform to use Auto-naming is completely optional; it is not a required feature. How To Topics covered include what auto-naming

8. Admin | Map Attributes Between SOLIDWORKS and the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform

In the video, you'll learn what 3DEXPERIENCE attributes are and how to create them, how to custom map between 3DEXPERIENCE and SOLIDWORKS, and see how it works inside SOLIDWORKS (including a bidirectional update demonstration). How To This video explains how to create properties (or attributes) on platform objects and how to match them with SOLIDWORKS properties. This way, you can enter property values in SOLIDWORKS and see these values on the platform, or change some values in the platform

7. Admin | Create a Dashboard and Share with Platform Members

This video will show how to create a simple dashboard with just a few tabs and apps. That's the best place to get started when you want to create your first dashboard. How To In these videos, you will learn how to: Access the dashboard list, create new dashboards to add widgets of your own, and share dashboards for others to use. Create a New Dashboard Share a Dashboard Roles: 3dswymer collaborative industry innovator Admin Tags: member SOLIDWORKS 3DEXPERIENCE platform Related

6.4 Admin | Native App Installation

Native apps are installable 3DEXPERIENCE platform apps. This resource walks you through the installation process and what you need to know to have a successful installation experience of any Native App. Native apps come as part of many brand-provided roles: CATIA - Design and Engineering Roles ENOVIA - Governance Roles SIMULIA - Simulation Roles DELMIA - Manufacturing Roles How To SOLIDWORKS Roles should be installed using the instructions found in 6. Admin | Install an App on Your PC and

5. Admin | Create a Community for Team Collaboration

In this video, we will discuss how to create a new community and add members to that community. We will also cover the different community visibility types and who has access to them. Finally, we will discuss the differences between each member's role and what kind of access they grant within the community. As an administrator, you will also control the settings globally for all communities on the platform. To do this, check out the Community Options in the Platform Management section below.

3. Admin | Create a Place to Store Your 3D Data Using Collaborative Spaces

This video will show you how to create new Collaborative Spaces to store your SOLIDWORKS content, as well as add members and assign permissions to these collaborative spaces. As an administrator, you will use the Platform Management Cockpit dashboard to access the Collaborative Spaces Control Center. How To In this video, you will learn how to create a Collaborative Space for you and or your design team to use. Edit the settings and permissions of a Collaborative Space, and add members so that

1. Admin | Access Your Platform for the First Time

To access your company's platform for the first time, you should follow the checklist below! If you have already activated your 3DEXPERIENCE platform environment, you can access it here and move to the next step; if not, continue to step one. Activate Your 3DEXPERIENCE Platform Before you can access the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, you will need to ensure your platform has been activated. 1. CHECK YOUR INBOXLook for your email with the Subject: "Action Required: Your 3DEXPERIENCE platform is

2. Admin | Your First Steps as a Platform Administrator

This video will help you to take your first steps as a platform administrator. You will learn how to navigate the Platform Management Cockpit dashboard, and will get an overview of some of the key steps to setting up your platform. As an administrator, your first landing point is the Platform Management Cockpit dashboard. This dashboard is a curated collection of the key administration applications that you can use to setup your company's 3DEXPERIENCE platform. How to In this video, you will

🎉 We’re celebrating 30 Years of SOLIDWORKS! 🎉

Explore how we’re marking this incredible milestone. Don’t miss the full story and here’s to the next 30 years of innovation and design! 🚀

The Strategic Advantage of Bringing Your Team to 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026

Discover why managers should bring their entire team to 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026. Explore benefits like amplified learning, networking and innovation. 3DXW26 Check out our latest blog on 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026: www.solidworks.com/3DXW26-BringYourTeam

Attribute Mapping for SOLIDWORKS data on the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform

SolidPractice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS with Cloud Services SOLIDWORKS 3DEXPERIENCE Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Understanding File Properties Understanding Attributes Data Preparation and Planning Data Type Mapping Content Type Mapping Add Attributes Configure Attribute Mapping Attribute Mapping in Use Additional Limitations, Tips, and Performance Considerations Revision History Rev

Save the Date - What's New in SOLIDWORKS 2026

Do you ever have those projects where your team works for months and months on something, and then, when it's all over, everyone finally gets to see it for the very first time? 🏃‍♂️‍➡️🏃‍➡️🏁 Welcome to the unveiling of What's New in SOLIDWORKS 2026 Set a reminder in YouTube: 📅 On Thursday, October 16 @ 11AM ET, we'll showcase: 2026 Spotlight Features: enhancements that every SOLIDWORKS user will need to know about, right out of the gate Expansive looks at the best of 'what's new' in

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Problème Licence SolidWorks qui s'enlève à chaque activation du Pare feu Windows serveur

Bonjour, J'ai un problème avec mon serveur SolidWorks. Lorsque j'active le pare-feu Windows, les postes clients ne peuvent plus utiliser SolidWorks. Je suis obligé de le désactiver pour que tout fonctionne, mais cela pose des problèmes de sécurité. De plus, le pare-feu se réactive tout seul, ce qui me force à surveiller constamment son état. J'ai cherché du côté des stratégies de groupe (GPO) sur mon serveur, mais je n'ai rien trouvé qui explique ce comportement. Pourriez-vous m'aider à

SOLIDWORKS xDesign for Makers (Getting Started Video Series)

Join us for our project-focused tutorial series on SOLIDWORKS xDesign for Makers. Created with makers and creative enthusiasts in mind, this series has 8 informative episodes in all. Each one guides you through the exciting world of making with SOLIDWORKS xDesign for Makers. Check out the WIKI Post for the full Video Series: ⚒️ SOLIDWORKS xDesign for Makers (Getting Started Series)

Choose When to Update Your SOLIDWORKS - R2025x FD04

Stay Up-to-date While Saving TimeCustomers now have greater control over updates to their SOLIDWORKS apps. Beginning with R2025x FD04, updates will only be mandatory at major releases (e.g., R2026x GA). For minor releases, customers can decide whether to update to the latest version or continue with their current one. The streamlined update process will swiftly update only 3DEXPERIENCE platform components, enabling you to continue designing with minimum interruption. Note: This change applies

3DEXPERIENCE World Call for Speakers Deadline Extended

Thank you to everyone who submitted their amazing sessions for 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026! UPDATE: We've extended our deadline to submit presentations. This is your final opportunity to submit your session for 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026. Deadline: October 7, 2025 – proposals will be accepted until this date. Topics : Design, manufacturing, simulation, governance, education, professional development, along with tips and tricks, customer stories, and hands-on learning. Session Formats: Breakout

Delivery Day! September 18, 11AM ET

ICYMI - from a @SO post that caught our eye... "I know - I look frightening. But, there's a good reason! I wanted to grab your attention, just in case you were looking to Install SOLIDWORKS 2024, 2025, or 2026 soon! 💿 @JS and Sean have put their collective heads together along with a slew of resources for you to 'deliver' this installation / upgrade tips video podcast episode of SOLIDWORKS Delivery Day 📦! Here's what you can look forward to: 💻System Requirements (incl. EOL alerts),

Working with SOLIDWORKS Toolbox on the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform

SolidPractice InformationDomain and Role/Product SOLIDWORKS 3DEXPERIENCE , Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS ,Toolbox What's Covered? - Jump to each section using this list How does the Toolbox integration with 3DEXPERIENCE work? Platform administrator settings for Toolbox components Saving existing assemblies to 3DEXPERIENCE that contain Toolbox components Inserting Toolbox components into an assembly Managing the Toolbox library in 3DEXPERIENCE Revision History Rev

SolidWorks Add-In Stops Working After Being Idle

Hello SolidWorks community, I'm experiencing an issue with a custom Add-In I've developed for SolidWorks. The Add-In loads and functions correctly when SolidWorks is first started. However, after a period of inactivity, it seems to stop executing—possibly being unloaded or disabled. Once I manually reload the Add-In or restart SolidWorks, it works again without any issues. The Add-In is designed to: Automatically switch the model view to ISO before saving. Exit "Edit Sheet" mode in drawings

3DEXPERIENCE World 2026 Registration is Now Open!

Time to register for the largest gathering of SOLIDWORKS users at 3DEXPERIENCE World, coming up February 1-4, in Houston, Texas. This year, registration is simple: the earlier you register, the less you pay. No promo codes, no last-minute deals. The lowest rates are available today, and prices will increase as the event approaches. Register today for the greatest cost savings! The lowest rates are available today, and prices will increase as the event approaches. Register today for the greatest

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My Pack and Go Windows covers a lot of useless space

Hello, Whenever I use the packngo feature the window that opens is quite big, however the useable space in that window that contains useful information is a tiny portion in the middle. Screenshot: The grey space at the bottom, in particular, is immense for no reason. The only option I have at the moment is to stretch the window manually to give myself more useable space. Even the list could at least extend to the right to the edge of the window, but it doesn't. Is there a way to change this?

🖥️ SOLIDWORKS Video Tutorials and Tips

Video Tutorials from the SOLIDWORKS Training team Beginners Guide to:SOLIDWORKS CADIn this beginners guide to SOLIDWORKS series, you'll dive into the process of designing a pair of needle nose pliers using SOLIDWORKS Design. 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS , SOLIDWORKS with Cloud Services , SOLIDWORKS Design Cloud Services: SOLIDWORKS Connected to 3DEXPERIENCELearn how you can take advantage of Cloud Services and the 3DEXPERIENCE platform by checking out the Get Started video series. 3DEXPERIENCE

3DEXPERIENCE World 2026 Call for Speakers is now open!

Every year, 3DEXPERIENCE World brings together designers, engineers, manufacturers, makers, and business leaders to share insights and explore new tools. The most valuable part of this event is you, our community of users, and the people willing to share what they’ve learned. The 3DEXPERIENCE World agenda is built around that kind of experience. If you’ve addressed a challenge, streamlined a process, or grown your business, this is your opportunity to share your experience. Why Present at

SAVE THE DATE for 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026

It’s that time of year again! That time when the 3DEXPERIENCE World Planning Committee has the pleasure of inviting you to SAVE THE DATE for 3DEXPERIENCE World 2026. We will return to the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas, February 1-4, 2026. Get the details in this blog:

Beginner's Guide to: SOLIDWORKS xDesign

Learn the Basics of SOLIDWORKS xDesign This video series, "Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS xDesign," is a comprehensive tutorial that walks you through the fundamental steps of creating a 3D model, from a single part to a full assembly. Access the full playlist here. Design a Simple Phone Learn how to use the basic features of xDesign to model a simple phone, this will form the starting point of the phone holder Design the Holder Arm Learn how to create thin parts, and apply fillets while

Assembling the Phone Holder | Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS xDesign

Assembling the Phone Holder in xDesign Learn how to build assemblies of parts using mates and other assembly features in xDesign. What is covered?Creating a new component: How to create a new component and name it "phone holder." [00:27] Inserting components: Instructions on how to insert existing components, such as the back plate, into the assembly. [01:09] Fixing and floating components: An explanation of how the first component is fixed by default and how you can "float" it. [01:28]

Design the Holder Arm | Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS xDesign

Designing the Holder Arm in xDesignLearn how to create thin parts and apply fillets while creating the first part of the holder. What is covered?Creating a New Component: The tutorial begins by showing you how to create a new component called "arm" within the xDesign environment. [00:22] Sketching the Arm Profile: A 2D sketch of the arm's L-shaped profile is created on the front plane, starting from the origin to maintain a relationship with it. [00:31] Extruding the Sketch: The open

Design a Simple Phone | Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS xDesign

Designing a Simple Phone in xDesignLearn how to use the basic features of xDesign to model a simple phone. This will form the starting point of the phone holder assembly. What is covered?Project Introduction: The goal of the project is to create a representation of a phone to be used in an assembly for a phone holder. [00:13] Getting Started with xDesign: The video shows how to create a new component, name it, and save it. It also introduces the user interface, including the Design Manager

Create the Back Plate | Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS xDesign

Creating the Back Plate in xDesignAdvance your skills by learning how to use more of the feature tools like slots and cuts. What is covered?Creating a new component: The tutorial begins by showing you how to create a new component called "back plate" and save it to a collaborative space. [00:21] Sketching on the ZX plane: The initial sketch is created on the ZX plane, and an open profile is drawn for a thin extrusion. [00:35] Using the thin extrude tool: The "thin extrude" tool is used to

Beginner's Guide to: SOLIDWORKS with Cloud Services

Learn the Basics of SOLIDWORKS with Cloud Services This video series, "Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS with Cloud Services," is a comprehensive tutorial that walks you through the fundamental steps of setting up the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Whether you are looking to manage your designs on the cloud or want to take advantage of easy-to-use file sharing through your web browser, this video series is for you! Note: Below is a shortened version of the Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS with Cloud

Creating an Assembly - Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS

Assembly ModelingCreate an assembly of parts, mate the parts into position, and then save the design to the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. What's Covered?Create an assembly from scratch [00:29]. Add components, including the pin and handle, and create multiple instances of a part [01:49]. Understand fixed vs. floating components and how they behave in an assembly [03:53]. Apply mates (coincident, concentric, etc.) to constrain the motion of parts [04:40]. Manage files and save the assembly using

Revise a Design and Add a Pattern Feature - Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS

Revise Your Design and Add FeaturesLearn how to open a part from the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, create a pattern feature, and save it as a new revision What's Covered?Editing an Existing Design: How to open a previously saved design, specifically a pair of needlenose pliers, from the 3DEXPERIENCE platform and make modifications [00:15]. Creating a Pattern: Modeling a small wedged cut on the handle and then using a linear pattern to create a straight knurl [03:22]. Managing Revisions: How to

Beginner's Guide to: SOLIDWORKS Design

Learn the Basics of SOLIDWORKS Design This video series, "Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS Design," is a comprehensive tutorial that walks you through the fundamental steps of creating a 3D model, from a single part to a full assembly. Introduction to the Video Series: Even if you are using SOLIDWORKS locally and not connected to the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, this video series is a great starting point for your SOLIDWORKS learning journey. The video playlist covers a progressive set of skills,

Manage and Control Your Designs | Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS with Cloud Services

Introduction to Manage and ControlExplore the next steps you can take toward cloud-based data management, some of the resources available to you, and how a tailored solution can be configured to meet your unique needs. What's Covered?Revisions: The video explains how revisions help track changes to a product, with options for numeric or alphanumeric schemes. [00:25] Maturity States: It discusses how to use maturity states and life cycles to track and set access rights. [00:52] Change

Access and Activate | Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS with Cloud Services

Your First Steps as a 3DEXPERIENCE Platform AdministratorLearn how to access and activate the 3DEXPERIENCE platform for the first time. These steps apply to both SOLIDWORKS with Cloud Services and 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS What is covered?Platform Management Dashboard: An introduction to the main dashboard for administrators. [00:23] Adding new users: The process of adding new people to the platform. [00:41] Assigning roles: How to give different users specific roles and permissions. [01:21]

Storing and Revising Your Designs | Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS with Cloud Services

Configure Your Platform StorageSet up your secure cloud storage solution and understand the platform management dashboard in this quick start guide. What is covered?Platform Management Dashboard: The video starts by showing how to manage the dashboard and set options for collaborative spaces. [00:15] Managing Collaborative Spaces: It explains how to control the creation of new collaborative spaces and demonstrates how to create one specifically for SOLIDWORKS designs. [00:23] Adding

Share and Markup | Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS with Cloud Services

Setup Required for Share and MarkupLearn the simple setup tasks you must complete before sharing your designs in SOLIDWORKS. What is covered?Share and Markup in SOLIDWORKS: This section explains how to use the share and markup features and provides troubleshooting tips for common issues. [00:13] Platform Management Dashboard: The video discusses the platform management dashboard, which allows administrators to manage platform settings and user access. [00:36] 3DEXPERIENCE Drive for Windows:

Creating Your First Part Design - Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS

Your First Part DesignLearn the basics of SOLIDWORKS CAD while modeling a simple cylinder part design What is covered? Interface Overview: It introduces key parts of the SOLIDWORKS user interface, including the menu bar, command manager, feature manager design tree, task pane, and heads-up view toolbar [00:34]. Document Types: Explains the three types of documents in SOLIDWORKS: parts, assemblies, and drawings [00:48]. Setting up a New Part: This includes starting a new part document, changing

Creating a Sketch and Extrude - Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS

Sketch and ExtrudeLearn how to create a Sketch in SOLIDWORKS, and then use the Extruded Boss/Base feature to add depth and volume What's Covered?Setting up the Environment: The video demonstrates how to create a new part, change the units to IPS (inch, pound, second), and set a plain white background [00:22]. Sketching the Plier Head: It shows how to sketch the plier head on the front plane using circles and lines, then add dimensions and geometric relations to fully define the sketch

Creating a Cut Extrude - Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS

Cut ExtrudeLearn how to use the Cut Extruded feature to remove material and volume from your part design What's Covered?Creating a sketch for a cut: The video shows how to create a sketch on a model's face using the Circle and Smart Dimension tools to define a hole for a pin [00:22]. Using Cut Extrude: It explains that the Cut Extrude feature is used to remove material, which is the opposite of the Extruded Boss Base feature that adds material [00:50]. Through All option: The video

Using Mirror and Fillet - Beginner's Guide to SOLIDWORKS

Mirror & Fillet CommandsDiscover how to use common features such as mirror and fillet What's Covered?Mirror Feature: The video shows how to use the mirror feature to create a symmetrical copy of a part [00:15]. Fillet Command: It demonstrates how to use the fillet command to round off sharp corners [00:20]. Saving to the 3DEXPERIENCE platform: The video demonstrates the process of saving the finished part to the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, utilizing a collaborative space and bookmarks for

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AUG - SOLIDWORKS® Support Monthly News – August 2025

Hello to all, Welcome to the new edition of the SOLIDWORKS® Support Monthly News! This monthly news blog is co-authored by members of the SOLIDWORKS® Technical Support teams worldwide. Here is the list of topics covered in this month's Blog: How to add ‘Description’ value from ‘Configuration Properties’ to ‘Configuration Specific’ file propertiesHow to Set Up SMTP Notifications in SOLIDWORKS PDM 2025 Using GmailCreating Distinct/Discrete Route in SOLIDWORKS Routing - Electrical 1. How to add

Join us for a Live Design Chat for Makers – Let’s Talk Shop

🚀 Don’t miss our grand finale on the Discord Stage! Join @CAO and @SAO for the third and final wrap‑up session as they bring the collaborative workbench storage design to life—shaped by your ideas and feedback from the first two sessions. 📅 When: Friday, September 12 at 12 PM ET 🎙 Where: Discord Stage (log-in to Discord required) → Jump in to the stage here: https://discord.gg/cDAeSMESjU?event=1379552191773413416 ✨ Be part of the big finish and see how the community’s vision comes

Get Ready for the Latest Enhancements in the SOLIDWORKS Roles with the R2025x FD04 Release on September 13th!

The SOLIDWORKS® team is excited to announce the upcoming release of our browser-based and cloud-connected SOLIDWORKS roles. The R2025x FD04 release, scheduled for Saturday, September 13th, 2025, features enhancements that help customers simplify workflows and improve productivity. What's New in SOLIDWORKS - R2025x FD04 (Sept. 13, 2025) To learn more about the enhancements in R2025x FD04, check out the video-rich What’s New in SOLIDWORKS wiki.

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💪 SolidPractices | Best Practice Guides for SOLIDWORKS Products

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. The full catalog of SolidPractices PDFs is also available on MySolidWorks here. ☁️ SOLIDWORKS + 3DEXPERIENCEBest Practices for: Working with SOLIDWORKS and the 3DEXPERIENCE platform SOLIDWORKS with

Using SOLIDWORKS Configurations with the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform

SolidPractice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS 3DEXPERIENCE , Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS 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 Assembly ConfigurationsCommon Use

Understanding SOLIDWORKS My Session Architecture and Optimizing Performance

SolidPractice Information Domain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS with Cloud Serivces SOLIDWORKS 3DEXPERIENCE Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right! 3DEXPERIENCE Platform Integration Within SOLIDWORKS Client Server Components SOLIDWORKS to 3DEXPERIENCE Data Model SOLIDWORKS Open Procedure from the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform SOLIDWORKS Save Procedure from the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform Revision HistoryRev #DateDescription1.0Sept

Sharing Designs Between SOLIDWORKS and SOLIDWORKS Browser-Based Design Apps

SolidPractice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS 3DEXPERIENCE , Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS , SOLIDWORKS xDesign What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the list below.Desktop SOLIDWORKS and SOLIDWORKS Browser-Based Design Interoperability FundamentalsSetting Up Your SOLIDWORKS EnvironmentInteroperability Use Case ExamplesAdding a Component Created in xDesign to Your SOLIDWORKS AssemblyDesigning in the Context of a SOLIDWORKS Assembly Using xShapeAdding Features in

Route Management

SolidPractice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS 3DEXPERIENCE , Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Introduction to routes Working with the route templates Typical use cases Revision HistoryRev #DateDescription1.0Nov 2023New document.2.0May 2025Document formatted for 3DSwym Note All SolidPractices are written as guidelines. It is a strong recommendation to use these documents only after properly

Moving SOLIDWORKS Files to the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform

SolidPractice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS 3DEXPERIENCE , Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Preparation and planning Saving to 3DEXPERIENCE best practices File preparation Preparing for saveRecommended SOLIDWORKS system options Recommended platform settings Save to 3DEXPERIENCE processPilot testing Interactive save Batch save Data validation Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0June

Getting Started with Lifecycle and Revision Control

SolidPractice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS 3DEXPERIENCE , Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Introduction to Revisions in 3DEXPERIENCE Introduction to the 3DEXPERIENCE design release cycle Design collaboration using Bookmarks Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0June 2022Document created.1.1Nov 2024Document updated and validated for 3DEXPERIENCE 2024X FD032.0May 2025Document formatted for

Formal Design Change Process on the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform

SolidPractice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS 3DEXPERIENCE , Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Introduction to Revisions in 3DEXPERIENCE 3DEXPERIENCE release cycle What are Change Actions, and why use them? Creating and working with Change Actions Revision HistoryRev #DateDescription1.0Jan 2022Document created.1.1Nov 2024Document updated and validated for 3DEXPERIENCE 2024X FD042.0

Collaboration With External Stakeholders

SolidPractice InformationDomain and Role/ProductSOLIDWORKS , SOLIDWORKS 3DEXPERIENCE , Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Design collaboration between different users and teams within the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform Design collaboration with external stakeholders Revision History Rev #DateDescription1.0Dec 2022Document created.2.0Jan 2024-Updated for the 2024x GA release. “Change Action” approach updated to

Efficient SOLIDWORKS Drafting - SolidPractices

SolidPractice Information Domain and Role/Product SOLIDWORKS CAD SOLIDWORKS with Cloud Services SOLIDWORKS 3DEXPERIENCE What's Covered? - Jump to each section using the Contents List in the top right!Structure of a Drawing Document Upgrade Old Templates to Maximize Efficiency Use of Custom Properties in Drawings Table Templates Use Batch Processing Tools for Repetitive Tasks Drawing Opening Modes Controlling Drawing Updates View Palette and Potential Impact on Update Time Types of