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Convert Surfaces to Solid Bodies in SOLIDWORKS: 3 Simple Methods

September 24, 2025

CAD, CAM, & BIM

Convert Surfaces to Solid Bodies in SOLIDWORKS: 3 Simple Methods

SOLIDWORKS offers the ability to convert surface bodies to solid bodies, allowing you to take advantage of both toolsets as required by your designs.

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Create and Modify SOLIDWORKS Configurations in Table Format 

September 17, 2025

CAD, CAM, & BIM

Create and Modify SOLIDWORKS Configurations in Table Format 

SOLIDWORKS configurations can be created, modified, and managed more efficiently by using the available Configuration Table dialog.

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SOLIDWORKS 2026 Beta Now Available

August 12, 2025

CAD, CAM, & BIM

SOLIDWORKS 2026 Beta Now Available – No Install Required!

SOLIDWORKS 2026 Beta is now available for active subscription members!

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SOLIDWORKS Composer

July 9, 2025

CAD, CAM, & BIM

Opening SOLIDWORKS Composer Files Without Composer

SOLIDWORKS Composer Player is a free viewer that allows users to open and interact with Composer files without a license of SOLIDWORKS Composer.

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3dx-3dspace-app

July 2, 2025

CAD, CAM, & BIM

Understanding the 3DSpace App

Learn how to manage and control design files using the 3DSpace app within 3DEXPERIENCE for secure, centralized data collaboration.

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3D Wireframe Cubes Architectural Design

June 11, 2025

CAD, CAM, & BIM

Grouping, Saving, and Reusing Sketch Data with Blocks

Sketch Blocks in SOLIDWORKS make it easy to save, share, and update reusable sketch data across multiple design files.

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May 29, 2025

CAD, CAM, & BIM

Auto Arrange Dimensions in SOLIDWORKS

Automatically organize groups of dimensions in SOLIDWORKS drawings using the Auto Arrange Dimensions tool.

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SOLIDWORKS Ultimate

May 7, 2025

CAD, CAM, & BIM

Content Release – SOLIDWORKS Ultimate Overview

This brand-new lesson explains every app included with SOLIDWORKS Ultimate and details both licensing options and cost for the software.

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Measuring Internal Volume in SOLIDWORKS

March 25, 2025

CAD, CAM, & BIM

Measuring Internal Volume in SOLIDWORKS

The Intersect command can be used in SOLIDWORKS to create a separate internal body for measuring internal volume.

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Content Release – Electrical Schematic

March 11, 2025

CAD, CAM, & BIM

Content Release – Electrical Schematic

An updated course on SOLIDWORKS Electrical Schematic is now available covering 7 years of software updates and improvements to the tools and capabilities.

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