In order to bring in graphics/pattern from SolidWorks I exported the SW as an 3DXML file. Now I have updated the original SW file and overwrote the 3DXML file. I am not getting the option to update the file in Composer -only the SW components in the .smg. Is there a way to get around this?
Thanks!
ps - I tried a trick I was told about - to rename the .smg to .zip open then replace the files, but I get an error message when I try to open the .zip
I'm using SW 2016, same with Composer so I've had to do a little creative finagling to get the textures to show up.
Excellent idea on updating! I'll give it a shot. Also will try the 7z zip tool (providing IT will allow it.)
I am working in a .smg - I already learned the hard way about projects...sigh!
Thanks so much for your help!
I'm from Germany not US. Is there no SolidWorks Partner for you to get a base-training?
have a look to 3dmojo.com and search for todcasts or podcasts! you find a lot of older videos about catia and 3dvia composer. Those videos help to learn a lot of functions!
My company is trying to schedule training, but until then I've been YouTubing it. I am the only one at Astec who has Composer and I'm surrounded by SW drafters who have no idea so it's hit and miss. I definitely check out 3dmojo.com and the podcasts!
Hi Kim
i think you use standard Windows. So ZIP dos not work. Install 7z as Zip Tool. this will work perfectly
I don't understand the reason to use 3dxml. This is a viewing format from Dassault.
From SolidWorks Composer 2017 SP2 on, used textures will be transported directly to composer.
But back to your question: it is possible to update each format, also 3dxml.
Process:
1. you import 3dxml
2. you save this as .smg in the filesystem
3. you change the geometry and create a new 3dxml file
4. you open the old smg file in composer, than open menu "file > update > SolidWorks composer document" and use the new 3dxml file.
if this dosnt work there is only one reason, you are working with .smgproj. In this case first save this as .smg!