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In SOLIDWORKS, the default bend order follows the order in which bend features were created. This article explains what the default order is, how to display it in drawings, and how to change it. Let's start with a simple sheet metal part as an example.

When troubleshooting SOLIDWORKS and 3DEXPERIENCE, it's important to acquire as much information, both from the user and from inner components within the software, as possible. For SOLIDWORKS, a problem capture provides information deep within the program, which is needed for both GoEngineer and SOLIDWORKS techs to investigate. In 3DEXPERIENCE, with multiple applications located on a browser, it can be difficult to locate where an issue hides. Fortunately, there is a program designed to capture all internal information from a browser (similar to the SOLIDWORKS Rx problem capture), called the TroubleShooting Machine, or TSM for short.

This guide explains how to properly activate SWOOD Design, CAM, and Nesting standalone licenses to use with SOLIDWORKS. SWOOD is compatible with the last 2 years of SOLIDWORKS versions. For example, SWOOD 2024 would be compatible with SOLIDWORKS 2022 until SOLIDWORKS 2024.

This guide provides instructions for installing and activating a new SWOOD Network License to be used with SOLIDWORKS. SWOOD is compatible with the last 2 years of SOLIDWORKS versions. For example, SWOOD 2024 would be compatible with SOLIDWORKS 2022 until SOLIDWORKS 2024. 

If you are looking to integrate your standalone KeyShot license into a 3D modeling software, SOLIDWORKS is a great option, offering a convenient add-in. This blog walks through the steps for downloading the add-in and demonstrates its features directly in SOLIDWORKS for creating and modifying renders.

In the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, Thumbnail is a useful column that can be added to the Bookmark Editor app. Since the July 2025 platform update, adding this column, as well as many others, to the Bookmark Editor has changed slightly. So, let’s look at how to add these special columns.

When using SOLIDWORKS, you may need to export your models as STEP files. This is often done when sharing projects with someone running a different version of SOLIDWORKS or when transferring data to another CAD platform. The two main STEP file options available are STEP AP203 and STEP AP214. In this blog, we will look at the differences between the two options.

DraftSight was purpose-built to handle 2D CAD workflows easily and efficiently. When you open a DWG or DXF file in DraftSight, it feels effortless—no translation issues, no piles of questions popping up about layers or scaling. The software directly opens these files natively, simplifying the entire editing and saving process. Making changes is intuitive, and once you're done, saving the file is as straightforward as hitting “File Save." That’s it—no tricks, no complicated workarounds.

A common SOLIDWORKS PDM add-in error is "failed to extract add-in from (path to add-in .CAF) class not registered." This error could be specific to the user, the vault, or that specific add-in. This article describes steps to take to either determine the nature of the problem or how to resolve it.