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Turning off FeatureWorks

You can turn off the FeatureWorks software when it is not in use. The tools remain available on menus and toolbars.

To turn off FeatureWorks:

Click Tools > Add-Ins.
Clear FeatureWorks under the Active Add-Ins and Start Up columns.

Search 'Turning off FeatureWorks' in the SOLIDWORKS Knowledge Base.

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