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  1. colombo75

    Save to PDF has gone from Add ins

    Solidworks has stoppped using Bluebeam PDF creator....they are now with Adobe Acrobat, which is now included in SP3.4. So it`isn`t an Add-In anymore. Regards, Colombo75 Industrial Designer SW2006 SP1.0
  2. colombo75

    Toolbox data migration '05 to '06

    Hi to all, I had the same problem, being in a multi-environment toolbox layout. I contacted my SW supplier and this is what he told me to do. This is the PROPER way of updating your TOOLBOX. 1. Execute the "UpdateBrowserData.exe" found in the "C:\Program Files\Solidworks\Toolbax\data...
  3. colombo75

    I loose the abilty to pan or zoom with my mouse wheel.

    Hi TateJ, I don't know what mouse you're using...Logitech or Microsft or X brand? I had the same problem with my Microsoft Intellimouse. To fix the problem I needed to go in the Intellimouse configuration program and add the Sldworks.exe in the list of programs for it to work properly...
  4. colombo75

    SW 06 ship date

    Hi Yogibear, I got an email from Solidworks, telling me that SW2006 SP0 can be DL now.....and that CD's will follow, this is what they said: "We are currently preparing your upgrade kits, which you should expect to receive in two to four weeks." So my guess is by the end of August beginning...
  5. colombo75

    Extract segment from imported IGES

    Hi PEU, "...and I want to create a more complex part using the inner parabola segment to create a sketch." In simple words this is called a profile....that's not what I understood from your question...sorry... Glad you still got it.. :) Colombo75 Industrial Designer SW2005 SP4.0
  6. colombo75

    Extract segment from imported IGES

    Hi PEU, If I understand your question....the only thing you need to do is to insert a NEW PLANE using the segment you want to use as reference, then start a new sketch on that same plane, select the segment you want to use, then use CONVERT ENTITIES, then you will have an IDENTICAL SEGMENT, OR...
  7. colombo75

    AN/MS/NAS hardware CAD parts

    Hi guys, What about the addon "SolidMech", I don't know what the latest version is....but this addons looks like somehting 4 you... Hope this helps colombo75 Industrial Designer SW2005 SP4.0
  8. colombo75

    I need help with my Decals

    First of all, what version of SW are you running? You can try the "Decal Wizard" in the PhotoWorks Menu, just follow the step...it will guide you threw the preocess.. Or you can do it manually, select the "new decal" icon, this will open a window, select first icon on the top left to get file...
  9. colombo75

    step files to solidworks

    Hi, You can try to import it.... then in the sheetmetal module you can use the Insert Bends tool, you must create a solid body, then use Insert Bends to convert the part to sheet metal. Give it a try.....I've done it before and worked fine... Colombo75 Industrial Designer SW2005 SP4.0
  10. colombo75

    SW 2005 SP 4.0 Released

    What new in SP4.0? thx Industrial Designer SW2005 SP3.1
  11. colombo75

    add a part to available be available as a Smart Fastener

    Hi PhilLee, Just use the "ADD MY PARTS WIZARD" in the Toolbox pull down menu...and follow the instruction. If you want to insert it in one of the standard area select the one you want, or else create a new name for your new area. Have fun Colombo75 Industrial Designer SW2005 SP3.1
  12. colombo75

    Any Tips or Tricks to Shell

    Hi to all, I seem to have problems shelling my part....is there anyway I can loosen the tolerance in the shelling so it can swallow all surface that are to small.... When I was working in I-Deas Master series, loosening the tolerance would usually do the trick...I do i do that in Solidworks...
  13. colombo75

    Adding .bmp or .p2d file to flat surface in a assembly ?

    Hi 2000mustanggtguy, What you need to do is to insert a texture on the surface of the display screen. In order to do so you will need to do this...: To create custom textures: 1-Create a folder in your installation directory where you want to store texture files. 2-Place any files to use as...
  14. colombo75

    Edrawings Multiple Sheet problem !!!!

    Hi guys, Thanks for your suggestions, it seems that Sbaugh was right, I needed to update to SP3, now it works great. Thx Colombo75 Colombo75 Sr. Industrial Designer
  15. colombo75

    Edrawings Multiple Sheet problem !!!!

    Hi to all, I'm having a problem with producing an eDrawing with multiple sheets, it seems like only the active sheet keeps all the notes and leaders (annotations) and the other 2 sheets only have the drawings. Is there a way to keep all the notes and leaders (annotations)on all sheets? Thanks...
  16. colombo75

    Task Pane problems

    thx anyway guys....I solved my own problem...I found an old thread ..with the answer... ciao colombo75 Colombo75 Sr. Industrial Designer
  17. colombo75

    Task Pane problems

    Hi, it seem like my Task Pane parts have all vanished, I verified my directory locations in options..... verified my addin is checked.... I don't get any library parts or anything else in the Task Pane, nothing shows up...... Is there something I can do besides uninstalling SW2005SP3 and...
  18. colombo75

    Dual 19" Screens in Solidworks 2005

    CorBlimeyLimey, Thanks, that's exacly what I've seen in the past....so my card (Quadro 750 XGL) should be supported in Dual screen. Do you know what they mean in the JPG when they say "Also check to make sure the Solidworks Settings is set" Is there something I need to enable in Solidworks...
  19. colombo75

    Dual 19" Screens in Solidworks 2005

    CorBlimeyLimey, Where do I get the "View notes section" that you mentionned....on this site or on the Solidworks Site? What's the link? Because I can't seem to find it.... Thanks Colombo75 Sr. Industrial Designer
  20. colombo75

    Dual 19" Screens in Solidworks 2005

    Hi, I'm having trouble working in SW2005 SP2 in dual screen mode, what are your settings? and do I need to enable something in SW? I'm using a Quatro XGL 750, on the SW WEB site it says that it supports Dual Screen I don't seem to be able to save my layout.... Thanks Colombo75 Sr...
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