How to set a custom BOM quantity + units in SOLIDWORKS
A secret custom property that lets you change the BOM quantity from one to any number.
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How to fix problems with document templates
Here's how to change the defaults and how to fix templates and folders not showing up.
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Create clean SOLIDWORKS templates: one simple trick
SOLIDWORKS creates any missing template when you create a new file, or open the new file window.
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How to work with custom properties (and cut lists)
Custom properties let you store metadata from your model. Use them correctly to get superpowers.
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All available variables for custom properties (and cut lists)
Variables in custom properties help you add metadata to SOLIDWORKS models. We listed every available one.
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How to use equations in SOLIDWORKS (basics + advanced)
Equations let you control sketches and suppress features. Here's how to get the most out of them.
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Weldment drawing: a sheet for every body in one click
Create a view with one body: click view > Select Bodies. Perfect when you make a weldment drawing.
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How to turn a radius dimension into a diameter
Here's how to change a radius dimension into a diameter. It works for drawings, parts and assemblies.
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Balloons: 15 tips (and two problem fixes)
How do you verify that every balloon is in the drawing, fix broken balloons or add multiple leaders?
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I think SOLIDWORKS drawings are assemblies – and it blew my mind
Drawings might actually be assemblies under the hood. I'll show you why that matters.
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