I'm not sure if there is a way of doing this outside of the API. This is a tool that I am considering developing but wanted to check if anyone has any non-macro solutions before I start on it.
The problem is as follows: I have a library fastener with several configurations defining the length of the fastener. I insert this part into an assembly that has several configurations. After inserting the fastener, I realize that it needs to be a different length. I open the fastener's Component Properties, select the configuration that I would like to change it to and apply - but neglect to select "all configurations" in the dropdown menu. By default, I've changed the fastener in only the current configuration of the parent assembly.
Imagine I've done this 30+ times for fasteners of several different lengths. I want to be able to select all of the fasteners and apply their current configuration to "all configurations" of the active document. The only option that I am aware of is to select each fastener individually, open the Component Properties menu, and select "all configurations" in the dropdown menu. I cant' select all of the fasteners because they do not have common configurations.
I appreciate any feedback.
Thanks,
John Alexander
SolidworksApi macros