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Replacing Forming Tools

After you insert a forming tool in a model, you can replace the forming tool with another one.

  1. In cover.sldprt, in the FeatureManager design tree, right-click sample_louver1(W20) FM_forming_tool.gif and click Replace Form Tool.
  2. In the dialog box, navigate to install_dir\Documents and Settings\All Users\Application Data\SolidWorks\SolidWorks 2012\design library\forming tools\embosses\extruded hole.sldprt and click Open.

  3. In the PropertyManager, click PM_OK.gif.

    The louver is replaced with the hole.
    form_tool_cover_w_mult_embosses.gif

  4. Keep this part open for the next procedure.
See SolidWorks Help: Replace Form Tool PropertyManager.
Parent topic: Forming Tools


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