How to Use SOLIDWORKS Manage: Basic Guide and Tips

To use SOLIDWORKS Manage, start by creating projects and adding related files or tasks in the dashboard. Use the built-in workflows to track progress and manage revisions efficiently within the Manage interface.

Syntax

SOLIDWORKS Manage is a software tool, so its usage involves navigating menus and forms rather than coding syntax. Key actions include:

• Create Project: Start a new project to organize files and tasks.
• Add Items: Attach CAD files, documents, or tasks to the project.
• Workflow Management: Use predefined workflows to move tasks through stages like review and approval.
• Revision Control: Manage versions of files to keep track of changes.

Each part is accessed through the Manage interface with buttons and forms.

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Create Project -> Add Items -> Assign Workflow -> Track Progress -> Manage Revisions

Example

This example shows how to create a new project, add a CAD file, and assign a workflow in SOLIDWORKS Manage.

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1. Open SOLIDWORKS Manage.
2. Click 'New Project' and enter project details.
3. Use 'Add Item' to attach a SOLIDWORKS CAD file.
4. Assign a workflow such as 'Design Review'.
5. Save and track the project status in the dashboard.

Output

Project created with attached CAD file and workflow assigned; status visible in dashboard.

Common Pitfalls

Common mistakes when using SOLIDWORKS Manage include:

• Not assigning workflows, which causes tasks to stall without clear progress.
• Failing to update revisions, leading to confusion over the latest file versions.
• Ignoring user permissions, which can block team members from accessing needed data.

Always double-check workflow assignments and revision updates to avoid these issues.

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Wrong: Add files without workflow assignment.
Right: Always assign a workflow after adding files to ensure progress tracking.

Quick Reference

Action	Description
Create Project	Start a new project to organize work.
Add Items	Attach CAD files, documents, or tasks.
Assign Workflow	Set task stages like review or approval.
Track Progress	Monitor project status in dashboard.
Manage Revisions	Control file versions and updates.

Key Takeaways

Start by creating projects to organize your work in SOLIDWORKS Manage.

Always assign workflows to tasks to track progress clearly.

Keep revisions updated to avoid confusion over file versions.

Use the dashboard to monitor project status and deadlines.

Check user permissions to ensure team collaboration.