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Lynette Proch
The Ultimate Guide to SOLIDWORKS Keyboard Shortcuts
Par 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 more efficient, customizing your keyboard is a great first step…
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 Licensing provides flexibility to change between various SOLIDWORKS PDM licensing…
How to Hide and Show Planes in SOLIDWORKS
Par 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 3D space. These planes can be one of the primary…
Fundamentals of using the SOLIDWORKS PDM Add-in
Par Lynette Proch on April 20, 2026
SOLIDWORKS PDM is the proper tool for handling all the complex file references with your CAD data, so you can focus on designing. By using SOLIDWORKS PDM, you can avoid costly broken references and the time spent trying to fix them. This functionality is extended…
How to Create Templates in SOLIDWORKS
Par Lynette Proch on April 15, 2026
Templates in SOLIDWORKS are the foundational aspect of every design you create. Without templates, your files wouldn’t know which unit system to use or which font to use for text. Custom SOLIDWORKS templates allow your organization to define its standards and ensure that those rules…
How To Improve SOLIDWORKS PDM Performance with File Previews
Par Lynette Proch on April 8, 2026
SOLIDWORKS PDM performance is complex, often needing a deep dive to fully understand what is slowing you down. A common area of concern is that eDrawings lags when loading data when you select a file in your vault. This may seem like an inconsequential slowdown,…
Le guide complet des modèles SOLIDWORKS PDM
Par Lynette Proch le 9 janvier 2026
SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional adds true automation to your users’ workflows. One of the best ways to make use of this automation is through SOLIDWORKS PDM templates. When I speak to users about templates, the first response is always how they already have templates created for…
Le module complémentaire SOLIDWORKS Manage pour SOLIDWORKS PDM
Par Lynette Proch le 23 septembre 2025
SOLIDWORKS PDM has been a staple for engineers who need to manage their CAD design data for years. The idea of having your revision control directly inside of Windows Explorer, the ability to view your parts and assemblies without having to open SOLIDWORKS, and knowing…
How to Create SOLIDWORKS Reference Planes
Par Lynette Proch on July 2, 2025
While it’s typically recommended to use the standard front, top, and right planes when modeling in SOLIDWORKS, there are times when you need to create a sketch or other feature using a plane that doesn’t exist yet. In these scenarios, knowing how to create SOLIDWORKS…
Mastering the Essentials of 2D Sketching in SOLIDWORKS xDesign
Par Lynette Proch on April 7, 2025
Like the other browser-based modeling tools available through the SOLIDWORKS xDesign bundle, the xDesign app enables users to design and collaborate with their team anywhere and anytime. Whether you have been modeling for years or are new to 3D CAD environments, xDesign provides intuitive tools…
3DEXPERIENCE World 2025 : Récapitulatif de la troisième journée
Par Lynette Proch le 26 février 2025
After a night filled with magicians, stilt walkers, and lots of cotton candy at the carnival-themed Party on the Plaza on day two of 3DEXPERIENCE World 2025, we entered the morning of day three ready to learn from the experts presenting on Wednesday. Starting the…