About Symbols

A symbol is a whole or partial representation of an electrical device. The symbols are classified within the library, which you can populate with your own symbols. The symbols are also classified and grouped in palettes that are displayed in the dockable panel.

A device is also called a component and is represented by one or more electrical symbols. Only a symbol from the library may be taken into account to be managed by SOLIDWORKS Electrical.

Many methods of symbol insertion are available:
  • Insert symbol
  • Symbol Palette
  • The dockable panel

Schematic Symbols

You can insert a symbol in a Schematic or Mixed scheme drawing.

Line Diagram Symbols

Line diagram symbols can only be inserted into Line diagram or Mixed scheme drawings.