One of the simplest features built into Solidworks are Display States and Configuration options for parts and assemblies.
What is the difference between display States and configurations?
Display states let you specify different hide/show states, appearances, display modes, and transparencies for a part. Configurations let you create different versions of the part that change the physical aspects of the part.
How do I change the display state of a part?
Add display states to the part. Rename display states. Change the active display state. Remove all or selected appearances from the part. You can also control the display state mode by linking display states to configurations in the ConfigurationManager.
What is the use of display States?
The physical features of the part are the same from one display state to another. For example, you might use display states to: Hide some bodies in a multibody part while you work on others.
What is solidsolidworks and how to use it?
Solidworks is an amazing tool used by many design and engineering professionals. It is parametric 3D CAD software which allows the user to create and manipulate parts and assemblies and communicate the design in a number of ways with images, eDrawings, 3D files, and 2D engineering drawings.
How do I activate a display state in a drawing?
To activate a display state in a drawing, simply select on the drawing view and choose the desired display state inside the property manager. Watch and learn. Enjoy! For more information on SOLIDWORKS or if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us at Hawk Ridge Systems today.
What is display display state?
Display states control graphical changes to the part or assembly. It can alter appearances of faces, features, and entire bodies. You can also hide parts within an assembly to show sub-assemblies or the product during certain stages of the manufacturing and assembly process.
