I need to create a copy of an existing assembly that has in-context references. In SW2007, I'd hit Save-as and click References to rename all the components. With 2014, when I click Save-as, there is no References button. What's the trick?
I need to create a copy of an existing assembly that has in-context references. In SW2007, I'd hit Save-as and click References to rename all the components. With 2014, when I click Save-as, there is no References button. What's the trick?
Walter,
Wouldn't Pack and Go do what you need? You can re-name files as part of the operation.
I tried that, but it won't create copies of the components.
I just got off the phone with our VAR and the problem is that I have the Windows Aero Themes turned off and Solidworks doesn't work correctly without it. The options that I need on the save-as dialog box do not appear without the Aero Themes. Crazy.
Pack and Go will create copies of the components. I use it all the time.
I have a similar issue with in context parts, but I'm using EPDM and have been advised not to use pack and go. Is there another way around it? Or is there a way to find out what parts are 'in context' in an assembly?
I'm using SW 2014
I don't use EPDM, so I'm afraid I can't help. I'm sure someone that is familiar with it will reply. And if you don't mind my asking, why were you advised not to use Pack and Go?
Hi Glen,
Thanks for the reply, I ended up using the 'copy tree' command in EPDM for the top level assembly only, and didn't get any warnings.
I was advised by our VAR that pack and go can cause problem with EPDM, as it's a part of the solidworks explorer which we have been told not to use for the same reason, due to conflicts. But I not sure of the exact technical reasons.
I tried that, but it won't create copies of the components.
I just got off the phone with our VAR and the problem is that I have the Windows Aero Themes turned off and Solidworks doesn't work correctly without it. The options that I need on the save-as dialog box do not appear without the Aero Themes. Crazy.