SOLIDWORKS Features

Import CAD models into CAM This feature was mentioned in 42 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Support for CAD to CAM data exchange This feature was mentioned in 42 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

The solution supports CAD and CAM models This feature was mentioned in 42 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

As reported in 38 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Automated CNC programming workflows

As reported in 38 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Feature recognition and conversion

Programming control for shop floor equipment 37 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Set up jobs with work coordinates and cutting conditions 39 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 39 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Handle roughing, semi-finishing, and finishing operations

Manage tooling and toolpaths for production This feature was mentioned in 39 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

As reported in 102 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon.

As reported in 102 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Create realistic 3D models of your design

Design your structure in 3D. This feature was mentioned in 98 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Produce 3D visualizations without any integrating hardware. 98 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 43 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon.

Ability to modify PCB layouts and PCB circuitry This feature was mentioned in 12 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Ability to capture electrical properties and other attributes of components, wires, nets and pins. This feature was mentioned in 12 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

As reported in 59 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to modify 3D primitives (parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, symmetrical editing process, etc.)

As reported in 60 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to access basic drawing tools (line, circle, polygons, etc.)

Ability to access basic editing tools (erase, trim, extend, undo, etc.) 60 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Ability to access rendering tools (lighting tools, texture mapping, custom material creation, etc.) This feature was mentioned in 58 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Import and export files in a number of different formats. 96 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 89 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to push or pull the surface of your model in order to get the desired shape.

As reported in 97 SOLIDWORKS reviews. View your model from any angle while you design and edit.

Tools that enable users to reshape, move or manipulate geometry. 84 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 93 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Annotate your designs with various notes and tags.

Generate 2D drawings of your 3D models. This feature was mentioned in 95 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Extract information from objects, such as attributes and properties. This feature was mentioned in 89 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Based on 28 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to categorize CAD models by use, supplier, or product.

Allows users to search by category, supplier, or product. This feature was mentioned in 27 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

As reported in 28 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Identify duplicate parts or components and remove them to avoid misuse.

Users can rate CAD models and post comments. This feature was mentioned in 23 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Ability to find and download high quality PCB footprints 13 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 24 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Include multiple types of CAD models such as MCAD, ECAD, CAE, and BIM.

Support 2D and 3D models, as well as drawings. This feature was mentioned in 30 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

As reported in 29 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Provide compatibility with major CAD software products.

Based on 26 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Integrate with 3D parts catalogs systems.

As reported in 28 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Integrate with 3D CAD and PLM software products.

Based on 24 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Integrate with ERP systems.

Integrate with general-purpose CAD software solutions This feature was mentioned in 25 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Based on 27 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Provide the availability to save data in a 3D format

Perform data quality checks This feature was mentioned in 26 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

As reported in 26 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Capture information such as geometry and attributes

Support industry standard formats 26 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Translate CAD data from one system to another This feature was mentioned in 24 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

As reported in 25 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Perform data validation checks

Based on 60 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Can support the viewing and conversation of STL files.

Can support the viewing and conversation of 3MF files. 46 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Can support the viewing and conversation of OBJ files. 51 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Capable of repairing mesh in imported 3D models. 54 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Capable of editing models natively within the platform. 59 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Software is a standalone slicer that intakes 3D models created in other applications. 48 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 57 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Software also provides built-in 3D modeling capability.

Software is available as a cloud-based, in-browser offering. 47 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 52 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Software is available as an downloadable application.

Based on 43 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to apply standard dimensioning tools to add accurate information to Drawing design.

Based on 41 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Change between standard Drawing units applied to measurement and dimensioning only.

As reported in 43 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to modify 3D primitives (parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, symmetrical editing process, etc.)

Based on 13 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to modify 3D primitives (parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, symmetrical editing process, etc.)

As reported in 13 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to place circuit components within the PCB design

Ability to conduct computational fluid dynamics and thermal analysis This feature was mentioned in 53 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Ability to conduct finite element analysis test 55 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 48 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to conduct kinematics and dynamic analysis of mechanisms

Support for a number of file formats for import This feature was mentioned in 44 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

As reported in 43 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Support for a number of file formats for export

Based on 42 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to view 2D files

As reported in 44 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to view 3D files

Ability to convert a bunch of DWG files to an older or current version available. 35 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Support for a range of file sizes without degrading the user experience This feature was mentioned in 41 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Based on 12 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to create custom commands or command aliases, change the active customization file, and configure command properties.

Ability to customize the user interface and recall customizations. Can define the workspace a custom panel should appear in. 12 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Ample board space available for PCB design 13 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 12 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ample amount of layers to edit PCB designs

Ability to model discrete event simulation such as analyzing event-driven system models and optimizing performance characteristics such as latency, throughput, and packet loss. This feature was mentioned in 40 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

As reported in 41 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to model continous event simulation

As reported in 49 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to conduct mechanical event simulation

Ability to model a manufacturing processes like casting, molding and die press forming 43 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Ability to integrate with CAD and PLM software This feature was mentioned in 46 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Ability to support a sufficient number of hardware developers (by default or through the use of custom drivers). 52 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 50 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Support for custom interfaces designed around specific design tasks, by default (out of the box) or through user customization.

Support for multiple user interface customizations. Can store and recall interfaces as required by a specific user without closing the application and without the need for scripting knowledge. 48 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Names of basic commands are clear and easy to understand. On-cursor documentation, such as tool tips and pop-up descriptions, provide clarification of icons and other user interface elements. This feature was mentioned in 52 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Provides the ability to generate images from a text prompt. 19 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 19 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Provides the ability to generate 3D renderings from a text prompt.

Offers the ability to modify 3D primitives, including parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, and symmetrical editing processes 26 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 25 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Offers ease of use when accessing rendering tools such as lighting tools, texture mapping, and custom material creation

Provides ease of use when accessing basic drawing tools such as lines, circles, polygons, and other fundamental geometric shapes. This feature was mentioned in 26 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

As reported in 25 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Offers ease of use when accessing basic editing tools like erase, trim, extend, undo, and more.

Based on 25 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Provides ease of use when accessing basic text creation and modification tools such as font style, multi-line text, wrap-around text, justification, spell checker, etc.

Supports exporting designs to a variety of file formats, facilitating compatibility with other software and workflows. This feature was mentioned in 26 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Based on 26 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Supports a variety of file formats for import, enabling users to incorporate external data into their designs.

Maintains compatibility with a variety of advanced design and imaging applications, ensuring integration and interoperability across different software platforms. 27 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Maintains compatibility between current and previous versions of their file formats, allowing users to open and work with files created in older versions without issues. This feature was mentioned in 24 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Supports a range of file sizes, ensuring smooth performance even when working with large or complex designs. 28 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Offers the ability to create custom commands or command aliases, change the active customization file, and configure command properties according to user preferences and workflow requirements. This feature was mentioned in 22 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Ability to create custom scripts to automate tasks, such as add standard layers or styles to a drawing, update the title block, or automate plotting tasks. 22 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 23 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to create custom menus, sub-menus, and contextual menus. Can create new toolbars and arrange menus in workspace.

Offers the ability to customize the user interface and tailor the workspace according to the users' specific needs and preferences. This feature was mentioned in 23 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Supports hardware developers by default or through the use of custom drivers, ensuring compatibility with various hardware configurations commonly used by designers and engineers. 23 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 23 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Offers tailored interfaces for common tasks by default or through user customization, accommodating individuals' workflow needs and preferences.

Supports multiple user interface customizations, allowing users to store and recall interfaces as needed without closing the application or requiring scripting knowledge. 23 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 24 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Basic commands have clear names and on-cursor documentation, like tooltips and pop-up descriptions, offers clarification of icons and other user interface elements.

Manages library of materials, powders, and process parameters across multiple worksites

The software simulates the build process to help ensure high-quality 3D prints

Converts 3D CAD models into layer-by-layer instructions (G-code) for industrial printers