Can't select origin

[MesaTactical]

With SolidWorks 2007, I suddenly cannot select the origin while working on a part. Knowing SolidWorks as I do, I gather this is probably a configuration option that turned itself off for some reason. Anyone know how I can turn it back on again?

 

[MesaTactical]

Hmm, I figured out it's the selection filter. But the toolbar is acting wonky and won't let me clear the filters. Good old Solidworks, buggy as hell, it never disappoints.

I guess I'll just spend the rest of the afternoon clicking the toolbar until a combination of clicks clears the filters.

 

[MesaTactical]

Nope, just deselected all filters, still can't select the origin.

Of course, I could select the origin two hours ago.

 

[ctopher]

Can you see the origin?
What are your PC specs?

Chris
SolidWorks/PDMWorks 08 3.1
AutoCAD 06/08
ctopher's home (updated Jul 13, 2008)

 

[MesaTactical]

I can see the origin just fine, can't select it.

PC is having some RAM issues right now. That may be the problem.

 

[Theophilus]

I've had this happen to me in certain odd situations (usually when I mess with complex curves and sweeps/lofts/fills). In that case, I clear off what I need so I can see the Feature Tree, and select the origin from there. Sometimes this doesn't register graphically, but is nonetheless selected.

RAM is cheap (unless you've got a Dell or laptop). Might want to fix that little problem.



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