Specifying a Z-Up Template

When you create a part or assembly, you can choose a template for a Z-up orientation.

In earlier releases, SOLIDWORKS had a default Y-up orientation only.
The Y-up and Z-up orientation settings are available only for the default templates that SOLIDWORKS creates.
To specify a Z-up template:
  1. Click New (Standard toolbar) or File > New.
  2. In the dialog box:
    1. Select a document type.
    2. Specify an option:
      • Y-up. The Y-axis points upward.
      • Z-up. The Z-axis points upward.
    3. Click OK.