feature manager push pin hot key

[grunt58]

Is there a hot key to select the push pin to keep the feature manager open or can I assign one? When inserting the same component multiple times in an assembly it would be nice to be able to hit a key rather then clicking it with the mouse.

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[ctopher]

I don't understand your question. The F9 key will open/close the feature tree.

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[grunt58]

Sorry maybe I used the wrong term.

I want a hot key to keep the insert component "dialog box" visible.

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[ctopher]

Ahhh, I see.
Yes, the push pin is worthless IMO.
Best to create your own hot key to do this.

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[CorBlimeyLimey]

Simplest way is to assign a keyboard shortcut and use it for each inserted component.

http://help.solidworks.com/2010/Eng...yhelp/sldworks/ui/hidd_customize_keyboard.htm

 

[laik]

Hi,
it works only if you drag the panel from standard position.

 

[rollupswx]

When inserting the same component multiple times in an assembly

Control drag from the assembly browser.

 

[laik]

And in this position you can turn off auto collapse and get it back. It will work too.

 

[CorBlimeyLimey]

If you can't use a pattern when inserting a component multiple times, you can Ctrl-select and drag the part from within the graphics area.

 

[grunt58]

Yes, I control drag a lot but it's nice to click and "drop" components in the assembly. Control drag the mate ref. never seem to work right.

I'd like just a hot key and I know how to create one but I don't know what command the pin is under. I scrolled the whole list and did not see it listed. Just wondering if it is listed.

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