Using Custom and Default File Properties in Equations

You can include custom and default file property values in equations for parts and assemblies.

1. Do one of the following:
   • Click Equations (Tools toolbar).
   • Click Tools > Equations.
   • Right-click the Equations folder in the FeatureManager design tree, and select Manage Equations.
2. Select the Equation View .
3. Select an equation, global variable or dimension.
4. After = (equal sign), add a Custom Property, Function or File Property from the flyout menu.
   Icons differentiate the variables and file properties:

   	Global Variable
   	Custom Property
   	Default Property

5. Click OK to close the dialog box.