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50 Drew improvements: better automatic dimensions + progress bar

We have improved our automatic dimensions and adding a sheet per unique body.
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Exports in one click (and use custom properties)

Smart exports, automatic balloon quantity and better bend-to-bend dimensions.
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Bend-to-bend dimensions and smarter balloons

Drew now adds bend dimensions to flat pattern views. We improved AutoFit + added European projection.
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Weldment angle dimensions, sticky + stacky annotations

We automated adding angle dimensions for weldments and made blocks and notes stackable.
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Seven improvements for sheet metal drawings

Configure flat pattern views: hide bend lines, rotate smart, flip smart, show bounding box and more.
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Automatic flat pattern view + quick export

Automatic flat pattern view (+dimensions) for sheet metal drawings. Save to PDF/DXF with 1 click.
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Add outer dimensions and (2x) in one click

Drew now adds outer dimensions to views and (2x) or (3x) to a dimension with 1 click. it's awesome.
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Automatic dimensions + balloons for weldment views

Adding dimensions is boring at best. We're here to help anyone making many weldment drawings.
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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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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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SolidWorks toolbox automatic mates

Stop scrolling through endless
lists of fasteners.


Pick a type, size and material, then drag the part into your assembly.


Lightning adds a washer and a pattern for you.

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