Download the latest graphics driver. |
Run the latest supported driver for your graphics adapter along with the recommended setting for SOLIDWORKS.
To view graphics settings and recommendations:
http://www.solidworks.com/pages/services/VideoCardTesting.html
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Disable Windows pointer effects. |
Some graphics drivers do not fully support these effects, available on some Microsoft Operating Systems.
To disable pointer effects:
- On your Windows desktop, right-click and select Properties.
- On the Appearance tab, click Effects.
- Clear the following:
- Show Windows content while dragging
- Show shadows under menus
- Use the following transition effects for menus and tooltips
- Click OK.
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Disable gradient background and shaded sketch planes. |
Your video card may not support this capability.
To disable gradient background and shaded sketch planes:
- Click Options (Standard toolbar) or . On the System Options tab:
- For gradient background:
- Select Colors.
- Under Background appearance, select Plain.
- For shaded sketch plane:
- Select Sketch.
- Clear Display plane when shaded.
- Click OK.
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