Chapter 20: Modeling in Context
Although in-context functions are powerful and seductive, you should use them sparingly. In particular, be careful about file management issues such as renaming parts and assemblies. The best approach is to use SolidWorks Explorer or the Save As command with both the parts and assemblies open.
In-context techniques, including the Layout feature, are the pinnacle of true parametric practice and enable you to take the concepts of design intent and design for change to an entirely new level.
- Master It The first step in being able to work fluently with external references is to be able to recognize, identify, and edit them. Select a part from the download materials for this chapter with external references, and use the skills you developed in this chapter and others to remove all of the external references without deleting sketches or features.
- Solution The tools used to edit external references are the Hide/Show Relations in sketches, the Edit...
