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.
To insert CAD files into an active SOLIDWORKS part
file:
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With a SOLIDWORKS part open, click .
- Optional:
3DEXPERIENCE Users: If the Open from 3DEXPERIENCE
dialog box appears, click This PC.
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In the Open dialog box,
for Files of Type, select the required
file.
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To set general options, click Options, set the options, and click OK.
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Select the file and click Open.
The software adds the required CAD file into the active
SOLIDWORKS part file.
When you drag the CAD file 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.
To insert a non-native or neutral CAD file
into an active SOLIDWORKS assembly, click .