How to Add Custom Columns in SOLIDWORKS PDM 2017

With SOLIDWORKS PDM 2017 you can now add a custom column in the Transition and Get dialog boxes. SOLIDWORKS PDM Custom Columns can be added by right-clicking on any column heading and selecting More from the shortcut menu.

Right-click column

Or by right-clicking within a dialog box and selecting Columns > More from the shortcut menu.

Adding a column

After clicking on More, you can choose the Columns you would like to add.

Choose Columns

The available columns are tied to the Variables within a vault. As with any other column, Custom Columns can be reordered and resized. Changes to columns, including the addition of columns, is stored for each PDM user.

SOLIDWORKS 2017 Resources

Access our resources page to get everything you need to learn what’s new in SOLIDWORKS 2017, including tech tips, demonstrations, and upcoming product webinars.

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