CSWP Design Automation & Productivity Enhancements 4

Question 1

Which SOLIDWORKS add-in provides a built-in PDM (Product Data Management) solution for controlling file versions and access in a workgroup?

Accepted Answer

SOLIDWORKS PDM Standard

Answer

SOLIDWORKS PDM Standard is a vault-based system for version control, workflow management, and multi-user file access bundled with SOLIDWORKS.

Question 2

When recording a SOLIDWORKS macro, which action should be performed LAST before stopping the recording to ensure the macro is reusable on any open document?

Accepted Answer

Avoid selecting document-specific file paths during recording

Answer

Hardcoded file paths recorded during macro capture make the macro document-specific; performing path-neutral actions ensures broader reusability.

Question 3

What is the function of the 'Defeature' tool in SOLIDWORKS?

Accepted Answer

Simplifies a model by replacing geometry with simplified shapes to protect IP when sharing externally

Answer

Defeature creates a simplified version of a model that hides internal geometry and replaces complex shapes with facets, protecting proprietary design details.

Question 4

In SOLIDWORKS, 'Smart Fasteners' automatically insert fasteners into assembly holes by referencing:

Accepted Answer

The Toolbox fastener library and the hole's standard and size

Answer

Smart Fasteners reads hole wizard data (standard, size, depth) and inserts matching fasteners from the SOLIDWORKS Toolbox library.

Question 5

Which SOLIDWORKS productivity tool provides real-time design guidance and checks against company or industry standards as you model?

Accepted Answer

Design Checker

Answer

Design Checker validates models and drawings against predefined standards (font sizes, units, title block data) and flags non-compliant items.

(CSWP) SOLIDWORKS CAD Design Professional Practice Test

(CSWP) SOLIDWORKS CAD Design Professional Practice Test

CSWP Design Automation & Productivity Enhancements 4