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This document provides an overview of the basic interface and functions for using SolidWorks software, including: - Using windows, menus, buttons and files to interact with the program - Running SolidWorks on the Windows operating system - Using a mouse to select commands, files, and model elements - Finding, opening, saving, and copying files - Accessing programs, files, help resources and exiting programs - Customizing windows and toolbars for optimal screen layout

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Instructors Guide to Teaching SolidWorks Software Lesson 1Peters Township High SchoolMr. Burns & Mr. WalshCADD Online
Using the InterfaceThe interface is how you interact with the computer in the following ways:Use windows to view files.Use the mouse to select buttons, menus, and model elements.Run programs like SolidWorks mechanical design software.Find, open, and work with files.Create, save, and copy files.
Microsoft速 Windows速SolidWorks runs on the Microsoft Windows graphical user interface.Windows let you see the work of an application program.Panels are sub sections of windows.Illustration shows one window with two panels.
Using the MouseThe mouse lets you move around the interface.The cursor is the pointer that shows you where the mouse is on the screen.Click the left mouse button to select commands, buttons, geometry, and other elements.Double-click the left mouse button to quickly open a file or folder.Click the right mouse button to access a shortcut menu of frequently used commands.
Running ProgramsThe quickest way to start a program is to double-click on a desktop shortcut.Some programs may not have desktop shortcuts.The Programs menu lists all of the application programs resident on the computer.
Exit a ProgramSelect or click File, Exit to end a program.If the file has unsaved changes, you have the chance to save the them before exiting.
Searching for a File or FolderClick , Search, All files and folders to find files or folders.Enter the search criteria in All or part of the file name:If the search continues after you have found the file or folder, click .Use * to perform wild card searches.
Wild Card SearchesSearch for all files of a particular type by searching for the file type suffix.Example: *.SLDPRTSearch for all files that begin the same.Example: bearing*Search for all files that have common letters in the file name.Example *plate*
Opening a FileThe quickest way to open a file is to double-click on it.The File menu displays your most recently used files.
Saving and Copying FilesSaving a file preserves the changes that you have made to it.Use File, Save As to copy a file.File, Save As creates an exact duplicate of the file as it existed at the moment that you copied it.
Resizing WindowsAllows you to customize the appearance of your screen.View multiple files at the same time.Use to change the size of a window.Use to change the size of panels within a window.
Using the SolidWorks InterfaceSolidWorks windows display graphic and non-graphic model data.Toolbars display frequently used commands.
Left Side of SolidWorks WindowProperty Manager
Configuration ManagerFeatureManager速 design tree
Right Side of SolidWorks WindowThe Task PaneSolidWorks Resources
Design LibraryRight Side of SolidWorks WindowThe Task PaneToolbox
File ExplorerToolbarsButtons for frequently used commands.You can select the toolbars to display.

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Lesson introduction

  • 1. Instructors Guide to Teaching SolidWorks Software Lesson 1Peters Township High SchoolMr. Burns & Mr. WalshCADD Online
  • 2. Using the InterfaceThe interface is how you interact with the computer in the following ways:Use windows to view files.Use the mouse to select buttons, menus, and model elements.Run programs like SolidWorks mechanical design software.Find, open, and work with files.Create, save, and copy files.
  • 3. Microsoft速 Windows速SolidWorks runs on the Microsoft Windows graphical user interface.Windows let you see the work of an application program.Panels are sub sections of windows.Illustration shows one window with two panels.
  • 4. Using the MouseThe mouse lets you move around the interface.The cursor is the pointer that shows you where the mouse is on the screen.Click the left mouse button to select commands, buttons, geometry, and other elements.Double-click the left mouse button to quickly open a file or folder.Click the right mouse button to access a shortcut menu of frequently used commands.
  • 5. Running ProgramsThe quickest way to start a program is to double-click on a desktop shortcut.Some programs may not have desktop shortcuts.The Programs menu lists all of the application programs resident on the computer.
  • 6. Exit a ProgramSelect or click File, Exit to end a program.If the file has unsaved changes, you have the chance to save the them before exiting.
  • 7. Searching for a File or FolderClick , Search, All files and folders to find files or folders.Enter the search criteria in All or part of the file name:If the search continues after you have found the file or folder, click .Use * to perform wild card searches.
  • 8. Wild Card SearchesSearch for all files of a particular type by searching for the file type suffix.Example: *.SLDPRTSearch for all files that begin the same.Example: bearing*Search for all files that have common letters in the file name.Example *plate*
  • 9. Opening a FileThe quickest way to open a file is to double-click on it.The File menu displays your most recently used files.
  • 10. Saving and Copying FilesSaving a file preserves the changes that you have made to it.Use File, Save As to copy a file.File, Save As creates an exact duplicate of the file as it existed at the moment that you copied it.
  • 11. Resizing WindowsAllows you to customize the appearance of your screen.View multiple files at the same time.Use to change the size of a window.Use to change the size of panels within a window.
  • 12. Using the SolidWorks InterfaceSolidWorks windows display graphic and non-graphic model data.Toolbars display frequently used commands.
  • 13. Left Side of SolidWorks WindowProperty Manager
  • 15. Right Side of SolidWorks WindowThe Task PaneSolidWorks Resources
  • 16. Design LibraryRight Side of SolidWorks WindowThe Task PaneToolbox
  • 17. File ExplorerToolbarsButtons for frequently used commands.You can select the toolbars to display.
  • 18. Toolbars are displayed at the top and sides of the window.
  • 19. You can also access the toolbars from the CommandManager.Getting HelpTo view comprehensive online help:Click .
  • 21. Help displays in a separate window.