SOLIDWORKS Units
SOLIDWORKS Change Units is a common term that is searched for on our blog, so here is a quick tech tip on three different methods of changing your units in a SOLIDWORKS Part Document: Using the Unit Quick Select If you currently have a Part…
How to show SOLIDWORKS Equations and Custom Properties as fractions with your model in decimals
Having to work in decimals and show SOLIDWORKS fractions in your drawing can be frustrating when you require the use of equations and custom properties. This issue is mostly overcome by using the weldment functionality. However, you may still face some issues with getting your values…
The drawings in SOLIDWORKS are usually made using drawing templates which are specifically designed for each company. In the drawing templates, the unit system is preset along with many other settings to eliminate the setup steps for engineers and drafters. With respect to dimension units, the…
One of my favorite enhancements to the SOLIDWORKS interface is a new addition to the Status Bar, the document Unit System quick access button. This new feature has two great functions, first it immediately shows you what unit system the current document is using, which…