SOLIDWORKS Features

Import CAD models into CAM This feature was mentioned in 41 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Support for CAD to CAM data exchange This feature was mentioned in 41 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

The solution supports CAD and CAM models 41 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Automated CNC programming workflows This feature was mentioned in 37 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Based on 37 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Feature recognition and conversion

Based on 36 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Programming control for shop floor equipment

Set up jobs with work coordinates and cutting conditions This feature was mentioned in 38 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Handle roughing, semi-finishing, and finishing operations This feature was mentioned in 38 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

As reported in 38 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Manage tooling and toolpaths for production

Based on 99 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon.

Based on 99 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Create realistic 3D models of your design

Design your structure in 3D. 95 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 95 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Produce 3D visualizations without any integrating hardware.

Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon. This feature was mentioned in 42 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Ability to modify PCB layouts and PCB circuitry This feature was mentioned in 11 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Ability to capture electrical properties and other attributes of components, wires, nets and pins. This feature was mentioned in 11 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

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

Ability to access basic drawing tools (line, circle, polygons, etc.) 59 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Ability to access basic editing tools (erase, trim, extend, undo, etc.) 59 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 58 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to access rendering tools (lighting tools, texture mapping, custom material creation, etc.)

As reported in 94 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Import and export files in a number of different formats.

As reported in 87 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to push or pull the surface of your model in order to get the desired shape.

As reported in 94 SOLIDWORKS reviews. View your model from any angle while you design and edit.

Based on 82 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Tools that enable users to reshape, move or manipulate geometry.

Annotate your designs with various notes and tags. This feature was mentioned in 91 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Based on 92 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Generate 2D drawings of your 3D models.

Extract information from objects, such as attributes and properties. This feature was mentioned in 87 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Ability to categorize CAD models by use, supplier, or product. 27 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Allows users to search by category, supplier, or product. This feature was mentioned in 26 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Identify duplicate parts or components and remove them to avoid misuse. 27 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Users can rate CAD models and post comments. 22 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Ability to find and download high quality PCB footprints 12 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Include multiple types of CAD models such as MCAD, ECAD, CAE, and BIM. 23 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Support 2D and 3D models, as well as drawings. 29 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Provide compatibility with major CAD software products. 28 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 25 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Integrate with 3D parts catalogs systems.

As reported in 27 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Integrate with 3D CAD and PLM software products.

Integrate with ERP systems. This feature was mentioned in 23 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Based on 25 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Integrate with general-purpose CAD software solutions

Provide the availability to save data in a 3D format 25 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 24 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Perform data quality checks

As reported in 24 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Capture information such as geometry and attributes

Based on 24 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Support industry standard formats

As reported in 22 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Translate CAD data from one system to another

As reported in 23 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Perform data validation checks

Can support the viewing and conversation of STL files. 60 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

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

Based on 51 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Can support the viewing and conversation of OBJ files.

As reported in 54 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Capable of repairing mesh in imported 3D models.

Capable of editing models natively within the platform. 58 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 48 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Software is a standalone slicer that intakes 3D models created in other applications.

Software also provides built-in 3D modeling capability. This feature was mentioned in 57 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

As reported in 47 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Software is available as a cloud-based, in-browser offering.

Based on 52 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Software is available as an downloadable application.

As reported in 42 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to apply standard dimensioning tools to add accurate information to Drawing design.

Change between standard Drawing units applied to measurement and dimensioning only. 40 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 42 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to modify 3D primitives (parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, symmetrical editing process, etc.)

As reported in 12 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to modify 3D primitives (parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, symmetrical editing process, etc.)

Ability to place circuit components within the PCB design 12 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 52 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to conduct computational fluid dynamics and thermal analysis

Ability to conduct finite element analysis test 54 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 47 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to conduct kinematics and dynamic analysis of mechanisms

Support for a number of file formats for import 43 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 42 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Support for a number of file formats for export

Based on 41 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to view 2D files

Based on 43 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to view 3D files

As reported in 34 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to convert a bunch of DWG files to an older or current version available.

Based on 40 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Support for a range of file sizes without degrading the user experience

Ability to create custom commands or command aliases, change the active customization file, and configure command properties. This feature was mentioned in 11 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Ability to customize the user interface and recall customizations. Can define the workspace a custom panel should appear in. This feature was mentioned in 11 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Ample board space available for PCB design 12 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Ample amount of layers to edit PCB designs 11 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

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.

Ability to model continous event simulation 41 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 48 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to conduct mechanical event simulation

Based on 43 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to model a manufacturing processes like casting, molding and die press forming

As reported in 46 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Ability to integrate with CAD and PLM software

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.

Support for custom interfaces designed around specific design tasks, by default (out of the box) or through user customization. This feature was mentioned in 50 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

As reported in 48 SOLIDWORKS reviews. 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.

Based on 52 SOLIDWORKS reviews. 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.

As reported in 19 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Provides the ability to generate images from a text prompt.

As reported in 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 24 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Offers ease of use when accessing rendering tools such as lighting tools, texture mapping, and custom material creation 23 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 24 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Provides ease of use when accessing basic drawing tools such as lines, circles, polygons, and other fundamental geometric shapes.

As reported in 24 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Offers ease of use when accessing basic editing tools like erase, trim, extend, undo, and more.

As reported in 24 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.

As reported in 24 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Supports exporting designs to a variety of file formats, facilitating compatibility with other software and workflows.

Supports a variety of file formats for import, enabling users to incorporate external data into their designs. 24 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Maintains compatibility with a variety of advanced design and imaging applications, ensuring integration and interoperability across different software platforms. 24 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 23 SOLIDWORKS reviews. 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.

As reported in 25 SOLIDWORKS reviews. Supports a range of file sizes, ensuring smooth performance even when working with large or complex designs.

As reported in 21 SOLIDWORKS reviews. 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.

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. This feature was mentioned in 21 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

As reported in 22 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 22 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

As reported in 22 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.

Offers tailored interfaces for common tasks by default or through user customization, accommodating individuals' workflow needs and preferences. This feature was mentioned in 22 SOLIDWORKS reviews.

Supports multiple user interface customizations, allowing users to store and recall interfaces as needed without closing the application or requiring scripting knowledge. 22 reviewers of SOLIDWORKS have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 23 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