Are you wondering how to edit a Bill of Materials (BOM) table in SolidWorks? Look no further, as this tutorial will guide you through the process step by step. With the help of HTML styling elements such as bold text, underlined text, lists, and subheaders, we’ll make sure this article is both informative and visually engaging.
Step 1: Accessing the BOM Table
To edit a BOM table in SolidWorks, you first need to access it. To do this, follow these steps:
- Step 1.1: Open your SolidWorks assembly or drawing file.
- Step 1.2: Go to the “Insert” menu and select “Tables” > “Bill of Materials”.3: Choose the desired BOM type from the available options.
Step 2: Modifying BOM Properties
Once you have inserted the BOM table into your SolidWorks file, you can modify its properties to suit your needs. Here’s how:
- Step 2.1: Right-click on the BOM table and select “Properties”.
- Step 2.2: In the “Bill of Materials Properties” dialog box, you can change various settings such as column headers, sorting options, and appearance.
Note:
If you want to add custom properties to your BOM table or modify existing ones, go to the “Column Property” section within the “Bill of Materials Properties” dialog box.
Step 3: Editing BOM Table Contents
Now that you have accessed and modified the BOM table properties, it’s time to edit its contents. Follow these steps:
- Step 3.1: Double-click on the BOM table to activate the editing mode.
- Step 3.2: Click on any cell within the BOM table to make changes.3: You can edit item quantities, descriptions, part numbers, and other relevant information directly in the cells.
Note:
If you want to add or remove rows from the BOM table, right-click on a row header and select “Insert Row” or “Delete Row” from the context menu.
Step 4: Saving and Updating Changes
Once you have finished editing the BOM table, it’s essential to save your changes and update them if necessary. Here’s what you need to do:
- Step 4.1: Save your SolidWorks assembly or drawing file by going to “File” > “Save” or using the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + S.
- Step 4.2: To update the BOM table with any modifications made outside of it (e.g., adding new components), right-click on the BOM table and select “Update”.
Note:
The “Update” command is useful when you want to reflect any changes made in your assembly on the BOM table without manually editing it again.
Congratulations! You have successfully learned how to edit a BOM table in SolidWorks. By following these steps and utilizing the HTML styling elements throughout this tutorial, you can make your BOM editing process efficient and visually appealing.