Steps for standardizing properties of large Solidworks assemblies

  1. Package backup A
  2. Batch modification of attributes is used to retain existing attribute values.
    • Obtain the required set of target attributes to be modified
      • Create a new part, clear its properties using the Property Manager, format the properties, obtain the target property set, exchange properties using the Property Manager, and then place the target property set in place.
    • Obtaining the required original attribute set
      • Select the representative part in option A, go to Attribute Manager – Rename Attribute – Read Attribute – Original Attribute in Place
    • Batch execute on A
  3. Perform PropFormat on all files of A
    • Objective 1: To complete the basic attributes
    • Objective 2: To separate the code and name by recognizing the file format.
    • Note: After clicking on attribute formatting, be sure to select “Keep” attribute values ​​to retain the results from step 2.
  4. Start the Prod system, create the BOM, check all attributes, and make extensive use of attribute write-back actions.
    • When the assembly list is large, you should either right-click and copy a single column, or paste a single column.
    • Important note: Selecting SW in the right-click menu of the Prod system and using the shortcut Rename – Preview – Write Properties will significantly reduce the difficulty of writing properties.

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