Here's what I'd like to do (tell me if this is an option, and if not, I'll make it an ER):
I've modified my part and assembly templates to all have a "simplified" derived configuration under the "Default" config.
Now, when I create an assembly using those templates, I'd like SolidWorks to automatically reference the "Simplified" configs of the parts when I switch to the "Simplified" assembly derived config (and back to Default when I change back). Ideally I'd like to do this without resorting to treehouse or macros every time.
thanks,
Without resorting to a macro, I am not sure this is possible.
Although, as I was typing, I thought of something:
If all the parts have the same configuration names (exactly the same), you can simplify the process.
Observe:
I made 2 parts, each with a "simplified" configuration (the simplified configuration in my case simply has the holes suppressed for simplicity sake)
Then, I added both parts to an assembly:
Then, I selected both parts (this will work with 100 parts or just 2, just select them all using CTRL or SHIFT selection in the tree) and RMB and selected "Component Properties"
Then, in the properties box, expand the named configurations section and select the configuration you want and click "OK"
VIOLA!!!
All done at the same time.
Edit: Although I realize that this isn't specifically what you asked for, it's an idea to think about....