In this short video tip, learn about the new draft command option added to Creo Parametric 5.0 that will make it much easier to add draft and rounds on your model.
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CATIA V5: How to Create Attribute Links with a Specific Number of Decimal Places
Learn to link a text in the drawing to a measurement in the 3D model with values that show a very specific number of decimal places.
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Learn how to control the video file size in CATIA V5.
How to Find Icons and Tools in CATIA V5
Here's a popular question from CATIA users: How do I find the icon or tool I’m looking for? Without a built-in 'icon finder' here’s the process I recommend for hunting down those cannot-be-found icons
CATIA V5: Creating Drawings from CGRs
In this post we’ll look at how to create drawing views from lightweight CATIA files.
CATIA Tip: Red Xs on Annotations
Let's look at a scenario that sometimes arises when using the “View from 3D” function in the Drafting workbench.
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CATIA Tip: Multi-Pad
Learn how with the Multi-Pad, you are able to draw all of the shapes in a single sketch and let them naturally snap to each other so it’s easier to build.
CATIA Tip: Sketcher - Drag for Arc
The CATIA Profile tool is a great way to draw a lot of connected lines and arcs all together. Having to pick the arcs from the Sketch Tools can get a little old.
CATIA Tip: Double-Click to Repeat
Ever find yourself using the same command over and over and over? It’s kind of annoying to have to click the same icon so… many… times.
CATIA Tip: Circle Dimensions on Drawings
How to add dimensions in the Drafting workbench in CATIA
CATIA Tip: Centered Rectangle
Here’s a pretty common scenario: You need to start a sketch for a part – maybe it’s a block – and to get everything nice and organized, you’ve got to center it.
5 Reasons to consider Software Simulations for PLM Training
Some companies are using software simulations in their PLM training for effective end-user training to help ensure that the new business processes are successfully adopted.
Doing Splits the Easy Way: Splitting Surfaces in CATIA V5
The Split command is an essential tool when working with surface-based models in the Generative Shape Design and Wireframe and Surface Design workbenches.
Doing the Splits Part 2: A Deeper Stretch
Learn options in the CATIA Split command, see what they’re for, and see why you might use them.
Are there shortcuts when it comes to learning CAD Software?
A shortcut implies a quicker way to achieve a goal. Many people wonder if there a faster way to learn how to use CAD software? It’s a valid question that's worth taking a closer look at.
CATIA V5 Tip: Sketcher Outputs
Utilizing the four output commands within the sketcher workbench will allow sketch entities to be segmented individually, allowing for quick creation of shapes. In this video,...