Lighting Simulation
You can modify the PhotoWorks properties of three SolidWorks light types:
Directional, Point,
and Spot.
The light source shadow properties provide a local shadow control. Only
the shadows for the selected light source are created. In addition, PhotoWorks
provides global shadow control. For more information, see Scene Lighting.
Local shadows have priority over global shadows.
To modify the PhotoWorks properties for lights:
Select the FeatureManager design tree tab .
Expand the Lights,
Cameras and Scene folder.
Right-click a light and select Properties.
In the SolidWorks light PropertyManager, click
PhotoWorks Properties.
Interaction with Lighting in SolidWorks Motion
When you open a motion study, lights that are on in SolidWorks are turned
on in PhotoWorks. Lights that are off in SolidWorks are turned off in
PhotoWorks. This behavior lets you animate the state of lights in SolidWorks
and PhotoWorks but may significantly affect rendering. To preview lighting
interactions, run a test render and adjust the lighting before completing
the final render.
Related Topics
Directional
Light Properties
Point
Light Properties
Spot
Light Properties
Lights-
Emissive Appearances