I remember years ago, when I started 2D detailing using CAD software, the first thing was to customize 2D drawing templates, such as sheet sizes, company logos, linked properties, title blocks and so on. Now with the model-based definition (MBD) approach, you can communicate with 3D PDFs rather than 2D drawings. However, in order to make the 3D PDF consumable, presentable and compliant with company practices, template customizations are still a recommended step.
Parts 1 and 2 of this How-To video series illustrated several techniques to define and organize 3D annotations using SOLIDWORKS MBD. Building upon the solid foundation, let’s move on to the next phase: customize 3D PDF templates using the built-in template editor.
In this video, Chris Pagliarini showed several handy tips and tricks:
It’s worth noting that SOLIDWORKS MBD 2017 added significant 3D PDF Template Editor enhancements. Here are my two favorites, which may seem trivial, but greatly improved the user experience.
I hope you can now build some cool 3D PDF templates easily as well. Please share your feedback in the comment area below. To learn more about SOLIDWORKS MBD, please watch the 22-minute webcast below and visit its product page.
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