Inserting CAD Files into Active SOLIDWORKS Files

You can insert non-native (*.catpart, *.ipt, *.par, *.prt) or neutral (*.iges, *.igs, *.jt, *.sat, *.step, *.stp) CAD files into an active SOLIDWORKS part or assembly file. You can also drag a non-native or neutral CAD file into an active SOLIDWORKS part or assembly file.

SOLIDWORKS Part Files

To insert a non-native or neutral CAD file into an active SOLIDWORKS part, click Insert > Part.

When you drag the CAD files into the active SOLIDWORKS part file, a prompt appears: Are you trying to make a derived part?
  • Click Yes to insert the part as a derived part feature.
  • Click No to open the part in a new window as a new document.

SOLIDWORKS Assembly Files

To insert a non-native or neutral CAD file into an active SOLIDWORKS assembly, click Insert > Component > Existing Part/Assembly.