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Importing DWG & DXF as Sketches in SOLIDWORKS

Import DWG and DXF files into SOLIDWORKS as sketches to quickly convert 2D drawings into editable 3D models and reduce manual rework.

June 26, 2026 | Jacob Ames

Importing DWG & DXF as Sketches in SOLIDWORKS

Import DWG and DXF files into SOLIDWORKS as sketches to quickly convert 2D drawings into editable 3D models and reduce manual rework.

June 26, 2026 | Jacob Ames

Automate Design Checks with Sensors

Learn how to use SOLIDWORKS Sensors to automate design checks, monitor key parameters, and catch issues before they become costly problems.

June 17, 2026 | Jacob Ames

Automate Design Checks with Sensors

Learn how to use SOLIDWORKS Sensors to automate design checks, monitor key parameters, and catch issues before they become costly problems.

June 17, 2026 | Jacob Ames

Saving Groups of Selections in SOLIDWORKS

Speed up SOLIDWORKS workflows by creating Selection Sets, which let you quickly re-select groups of edges, faces, and components to reduce repetition.

June 10, 2026 | Jacob Ames

Saving Groups of Selections in SOLIDWORKS

Speed up SOLIDWORKS workflows by creating Selection Sets, which let you quickly re-select groups of edges, faces, and components to reduce repetition.

June 10, 2026 | Jacob Ames

Using Smart Components in SOLIDWORKS

Automate repetitive assembly tasks in SOLIDWORKS with Smart Components, which carry associated features and hardware.

June 3, 2026 | Jacob Ames

Sort & Color Code SOLIDWORKS Assembly Components

Optimize large assemblies in SOLIDWORKS with Assembly Visualization – Sort, rank, and color code components by mass, performance, and more.

May 28, 2026 | Jacob Ames

Sort & Color Code SOLIDWORKS Assembly Components

Optimize large assemblies in SOLIDWORKS with Assembly Visualization – Sort, rank, and color code components by mass, performance, and more.

May 28, 2026 | Jacob Ames