Can you save as older version of SOLIDWORKS?
A model from an earlier version of the SOLIDWORKS software is automatically converted to the newer version of the SOLIDWORKS software when you save it. You cannot use Save As to save to an earlier version, and you cannot open the newer version with an older version of the SOLIDWORKS software, with one exception.
How do I downgrade my SOLIDWORKS version?
How to change your SOLIDWORKS Installation
- Go to your “Control Panel” > “Program and Features“
- Find your version of SOLIDWORKS from the list of programs and right-click on it.
- Select “Change” from the shortcut menu.
How can I tell what version of SOLIDWORKS I have?
In File Explorer, simply right click on the file and choose Properties. On the Details tab, you can see the SW Last saved with version.
Why is SOLIDWORKS not backwards compatible?
SOLIDWORKS forward compatibility doesn’t exist due to the ever evolving software package. Every year SOLIDWORKS enhances their software with new tools or performance enhancements. Once a file gets saved with this new tech, it becomes locked, and this version can no longer be opened in previous releases.
What is SOLIDWORKS future version?
The last service pack of an earlier release can open files from the next year’s SOLIDWORKS. For example, you could use SOLIDWORKS 2019 SP5 to open and work with SOLIDWORKS 2020 files. We call this Future Version Files. You can still create parts, assemblies and drawings with a future version but in a limited function.
What is the latest version of SOLIDWORKS?
Release history
| Name/Version | Version number | Version history value |
|---|---|---|
| SolidWorks 2017 | 25 | 10000 |
| SolidWorks 2018 | 26 | 11000 |
| SolidWorks 2019 | 27 | 12000 |
| SolidWorks 2020 | 28 | 13000 |
Where is the help menu in SOLIDWORKS?
SOLIDWORKS is not removing Help from the software altogether, just cleaning things up. We have access to the same Help menu by using the “Question Mark” button in the upper left corner of the window. Help topics, tutorials, activation (hiding within the Licenses fly out) are all there.
Are SOLIDWORKS files backwards compatible?
Files saved in SOLIDWORKS 2021 are not backwards compatible with earlier versions. Files saved in earlier versions of SOLIDWORKS can be opened and reviewed with later versions. Students using earlier releases of SOLIDWORKS will not be able to open any files saved in 2021.
What is SOLIDWORKS compatible with?
SOLIDWORKS 2021 is compatible with Microsoft Office 2016 and 2019. The 64-bit editions are recommended.
How to render image in SolidWorks?
Simple SOLIDWORKS Rendering. Click Options and set the options appropriately (at a minimum set the Output image size and Final render quality). Tip: choose Use SOLIDWORKS View to match the camera size. For more advanced options like Bloom or Contour (edges) you can explore the other settings in the same dialog.
Why can’t I open a new SolidWorks file in the hole Wizard?
In previous versions of SOLIDWORKS the Hole Wizard didn’t contain the slot option. Which would mean that opening a new file in an older version would surely create an issue in the code.) An enhancement was implemented in SOLIDWORKS 2018 SP5 that allows the user to open and view future version SOLIDWORKS files.
Is SolidWorks compatible with virtual graphics cards?
SOLIDWORKS has tested and certified graphics cards for virtualized environments. For a complete listing, check Certified Cards and Drivers. Check Hardware Benchmarks for applications and references that can be used to help determine hardware performance. SOLIDWORKS Composer is not supported in virtualized environments.
Is SolidWorks forward compatible with previous versions of SolidWorks?
The SOLIDWORKS software has always been backward compatible meaning that the most recent version of SOLIDWORKS can open any previous version SOLIDWORKS file extension. (i.e. SOLIDWORKS 2018 can open files created in 2017 and older) SOLIDWORKS forward compatibility doesn’t exist due to the ever evolving software package.