You can save the hatch pattern file, sldwks.ptn, in any searchable folder so it is not overwritten when you upgrade SOLIDWORKS®. This is useful if you customize the file.
By default, the hatch pattern file is saved in a SOLIDWORKS installation folder and is overwritten with the default file every time you upgrade SOLIDWORKS.
To specify a new location for the hatch pattern file:
- Move your modified sldwks.ptn file to the location of your choice.
- Click Options (Standard toolbar) or .
- On the System Options tab, click File Locations.
- In Show folders for, select Hatch Pattern File.
- Select the current location of the hatch pattern file and click Delete.
- To specify the new location, click Add, browse to the new location, and click OK.
If you share a drawing that uses a custom hatch pattern, also share the custom sldwks.ptn file for the recipient to use so that the pattern renders correctly.