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How to Archive and Unarchive SOLIDWORKS Electrical Projects
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In this guide we explain how to archive SOLIDWORKS Electrical projects into a single file for backup, sharing or support purposes - we also walk through the unarchiving process, including restoring projects and managing how associated library data is updated.
21 January 2026
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How To Install SWOOD
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16 January 2026
This guide walks through the steps required to install SWOOD within SOLIDWORKS, including licence transfers, uninstalling previous versions and activating the add-ins. It also explains how to complete the initial setup by selecting the correct SWOODData directory to ensure your design and machining libraries are ready to use.
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Using SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional and Visiativ PLM Together
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14 January 2026
Outgrown SOLIDWORKS PDM Professional? Discover how Visiativ PLM and PDM Gateway enable seamless PDM to PLM integration without migrating your data or disrupting CAD users.
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SOLIDWORKS 2026 Tips & Tricks
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06 January 2026
From Parts to Assemblies and everything in between, learn the latest SOLIDWORKS 2026 tips & tricks from the experts at Visiativ UK & Ireland...
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How to: Change the Ground Texture in SOLIDWORKS Composer
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22 December 2025
This guide explains how to change the default ground texture in SOLIDWORKS Composer, as well as showing you how to adjust scaling options and set a default ground texture for all new Composer documents.
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How to: Create a Custom Symbol in SOLIDWORKS Electrical
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15 December 2025
This guide walks through the process of creating a custom symbol in SOLIDWORKS Electrical, from defining circuits and terminals to drawing the symbol and adding attributes and connection points. It also covers testing and refining the symbol to ensure it works correctly within a project and aligns with manufacturer part data.
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How to: Save SOLIDWORKS PDM Archive Server & Client Log Files
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11 December 2025
In this guide from Elite SOLIDWORKS Applications Engineer and PDM Specialist, David Durston, you'll find out how to save SOLIDWORKS PDM archive server and client log files. This will aid troubleshooting should you run into trouble - Here's how it's done...
