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RealView Graphics
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On the Heads-up View toolbar, there's a "View Settings" pull-down. As you click on it, it's supposed to show 3 flyouts (RealView Graphics, Shadows In Shaded Model, and Perspective). However, my…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Deepak Gupta Feb 8, 2011.

The "Sweep" feature
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I've been working in the structural field from time to time using AutoCAD. I'm fairly new to SolidWorks, and I think it rocks. I'd like to know how I go about drawing a piece of tubing (square,…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Deepak Gupta Aug 31, 2011.

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Deepak Gupta replied to William G's discussion The "Sweep" feature
"Check these two video on Youtube. You need to set the profile based on thread size and pitch.   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O68IF_zVKhE (this one uses Sweep)   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0npqkpJDDI (this one uses…"
Aug 31, 2011
William G replied to William G's discussion The "Sweep" feature
"Hello Deepak. Can you send me a video on how to correctly model a thread on a 5" X 1/2" diameter bar (cylinder)? Just something quick and simple. Thanks."
Aug 31, 2011
William G replied to William G's discussion The "Sweep" feature
"Hey there. I just figured it out. I didn't select the right "plane". I have it now. Thanks for answerring. Enjoy the rest of your day!"
Aug 14, 2011
Deepak Gupta replied to William G's discussion The "Sweep" feature
"Can you specify the steps you used for "Circular Pattern" or what error you getting."
Aug 14, 2011
William G replied to William G's discussion The "Sweep" feature
"Hello again, my friend Deepak. It's been a while since we've corresponded, and I hope all is well with you. I have a question regarding the "Circular Pattern" feature. For practice, I created a bushing-like object, and I'd…"
Aug 14, 2011
Deepak Gupta replied to William G's discussion RealView Graphics
"Don't think it can be a installation problem but more of a graphics card. Try resetting the SolidWorks registry and check.   Heres is the way: Go to Run and type regedit. This will open up the registry editor. Now go…"
Feb 8, 2011
William G replied to William G's discussion RealView Graphics
"I sure don't Buddy. Could it have been something to do with the SW installation? Are there any appropriate drives that I can perhaps install?"
Feb 7, 2011
Deepak Gupta replied to William G's discussion RealView Graphics
"William, the only answer left with me is that your Graphics card doesn't support Real View. Do you have another machine to check or another graphics card to test."
Feb 7, 2011
William G replied to William G's discussion RealView Graphics
"Hello my friend. "Use Software OpenGL" was unchecked when I opened the "Performance" option. The RealView Graphics option still does not appear. What's our next move?"
Feb 7, 2011
Deepak Gupta replied to William G's discussion RealView Graphics
"Open SolidWorks (with no file open) and go to Tools > Options > System Options > Performance and make sure "Use Software OpenGL" is unchecked. Use Software OpenGL : Disables graphics adapter hardware acceleration and enables…"
Feb 6, 2011
William G left a comment for Thomas Blake
"Actually, I haven't touched Inventor yet, but I plan on VERY soon! As soon as I get my feet wet with it, I'll let you know - PROMISE!"
Feb 5, 2011
Thomas Blake left a comment for William G
"how does solidworks compare to Autodesk inventor? I was at a toss up between using inventor or solidworks. In the end i went with solidworks."
Feb 5, 2011
William G replied to William G's discussion RealView Graphics
"My graphics card is Nvidia GeForce 6150 video/graphics card. I went to the Solidworks website for videocard testing, and wasn't sure which driver to select. Any suggestions?"
Feb 5, 2011
Deepak Gupta replied to William G's discussion RealView Graphics
"What are the details of your graphics card?? Try updating the drivers.."
Feb 4, 2011
William G posted a discussion

RealView Graphics

On the Heads-up View toolbar, there's a "View Settings" pull-down. As you click on it, it's supposed to show 3 flyouts (RealView Graphics, Shadows In Shaded Model, and Perspective). However, my screen only lists 2 (omitting RealView Graphics). Where is it, and how do I obtain/add it?See More
Feb 4, 2011
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Deepak Gupta replied to William G's discussion The "Sweep" feature
"Yes and that's why we love SolidWorks :)"
Feb 4, 2011

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What version of SolidWorks do you currently use?
2010
How many years have you been using SolidWorks?
1 month
What certifications do you have? (CSWP, CSWA, ETC...)
None...yet.
What other programs do you use?
AutoCAD 2009, AutoDesk Inventor, CorelDraw!
What are you running SolidWorks on?
Windows Vista
What field do you work in?
Mechanical Drafting
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Knowledge, knowledge, knowledge!!!!!
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The book "SolidWorks 2010 - No Experience Required".

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At 7:45am on February 5, 2011, Thomas Blake said…
how does solidworks compare to Autodesk inventor? I was at a toss up between using inventor or solidworks. In the end i went with solidworks.
At 6:15pm on February 3, 2011, Thomas Blake said…
hey same to you man. Hope your enjoying solid works.
 
 
 

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