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How to Use the License Order Tab in The SOLIDWORKS SolidNetWork License Manager
By Alaa Hosn on June 12, 2026
The SOLIDWORKS SolidNetWork License Manager is a tool to manage licenses and control SOLIDWORKS Network licenses. It enables teams to effectively share SOLIDWORKS licenses when users may not need access at all times. Modifying the…
Simulating Rotating Components with Fluid Dynamics Engineer
By Suman Sudhakaran on June 10, 2026
The Fluid Dynamics Engineer role on 3DEXPERIENCE contains a rotating zone feature that allows you to simulate realities such as a cooling fan inside an electronics enclosure or analyze turbines with great fidelity. Rotating zones…
Understanding the SOLIDWORKS Simulation Add-In
By Scott Durksen, CSWE on June 8, 2026
The SOLIDWORKS Simulation add-in can be difficult to understand in terms of how it is selected, activated, and tied to licensing. Despite this, it is a powerful tool that allows engineers and designers to validate…
SOLIDWORKS Hole Wizard Database Error | File is Not the Expected Version
By Carleigh Amyot, CSWP on June 5, 2026
When a SOLIDWORKS Hole Wizard database error pops up, it can be difficult to figure out what went wrong. While some of the errors are more straightforward to fix, some of them could cause extended…
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Learning patterns in SOLIDWORKS can be a useful tool for users who want to avoid repetitive sketches and extrusions. It is a great time-saving tool and has many types of patterning techniques to choose from….
What are File Version Icons in SOLIDWORKS PDM?
By Cody Foley on June 1, 2026
File version icons in SOLIDWORKS PDM provide quick status information for vaulted files. The status icons are available in both Windows File Explorer and through the SOLIDWORKS add-in. The file version icons can be used…
The Ultimate Guide to SOLIDWORKS Keyboard Shortcuts
By Lynette Proch on May 29, 2026
SOLIDWORKS keyboard shortcuts are a great time-saving tool, and most users don’t realize the extensive amount of customization they can unlock. If you are new to modeling and trying to figure out how to be…
Manual SOLIDWORKS License Activation | How To Guide
By Griffin Pacey on May 27, 2026
SOLIDWORKS license activation can be an unclear and bothersome process. The manual activation of a standalone SOLIDWORKS license on a PC is typically reserved for a PC that lacks internet access. To successfully activate an…
How to Align Parts in SOLIDWORKS
By Aleksandar Tepsic on May 22, 2026
Figuring out how to align parts in SOLIDWORKS is one of the first challenges faced when you start an assembly. In SOLIDWORKS, the alignment is controlled by a combination of how components are inserted, how…
How to Install SOLIDWORKS for Makers | A Step-by-Step Guide
By Chris Duchaine on May 20, 2026
Installing SOLIDWORKS for Makers can alleviate some of the difficulties encountered when considering new CAD software. These include permission issues and failing to locate the installer. If issues arise, this step-by-step walkthrough covers the entire…
Licensing requirements can become complex when you start to roll out infrastructure to the different teams in your organization. SOLIDWORKS PDM Universal Licensing can simplify tough licensing decisions when vault access grows beyond engineering. Universal…
How to Hide and Show Planes in SOLIDWORKS
By Lynette Proch on May 15, 2026
Sketches are the foundation and define the profiles of many SOLIDWORKS features, including extrudes, cuts, and lofts. To create the foundation for features, SOLIDWORKS requires a flat sketching plane to locate the sketch geometry in…
Runner Balancing Using SOLIDWORKS Plastics Professional
By Suman Sudhakaran on May 13, 2026
Designing multi‑cavity injection molds and family molds requires careful consideration of runner systems and ejectors. In family molds, paired parts rarely have identical volumes, which introduces challenges in achieving consistent flow behavior across all cavities….
Using the SOLIDWORKS Backup and Auto-Recovery Options
By Griffin Pacey on May 11, 2026
SOLIDWORKS has several options that allow you to regularly take backups and auto-recover files in the event of a crash. The backup, save, and auto-recovery SOLIDWORKS settings keep your parts, assemblies, and drawings safe. Ensuring…
How to Only Use Borrowed Licenses with SOLIDWORKS
By Carleigh Amyot, CSWP on May 8, 2026
A SOLIDWORKS network allows distributed teams to share a pool of licenses and only take ownership when they use the software. This works great with everyone on the same network or connecting through a VPN,…
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