Are you having trouble getting your 3Dconnexion device to work in SolidWorks? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!
In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the steps to set up and configure your 3Dconnexion device so that it works seamlessly with SolidWorks. Let’s get started!
Step 1: Install the 3Dconnexion Driver
Before you can start using your 3Dconnexion device with SolidWorks, you need to ensure that you have the latest driver installed on your computer. The driver allows SolidWorks to recognize and communicate with your device effectively.
To install the driver, follow these simple steps:
- Step 1: Visit the official 3Dconnexion website.
- Step 2: Navigate to the “Support” or “Downloads” section of their website.
- Step 3: Locate and download the latest driver for your operating system.
- Step 4: Run the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
Step 2: Configure SolidWorks Settings
Once you have installed the driver, it’s time to configure SolidWorks settings to enable support for your 3Dconnexion device.
To configure SolidWorks settings, follow these steps:
A. Enable Add-ins
- In SolidWorks, navigate to “Tools” > “Add-ins”.
- In the Add-ins dialog box, make sure that “3Dconnexion add-in” is checked. If it is not, check the box to enable it.
- Click “OK” to close the dialog box.
B. Customize 3Dconnexion Buttons
If you want to customize the buttons on your 3Dconnexion device for specific functions in SolidWorks, follow these steps:
- In SolidWorks, navigate to “Tools” > “Customize”.
- In the Customize dialog box, select the “Keyboard” tab.
- Locate the desired command/function you want to assign to a button on your device.
- Select an available button under the “Shortcut(s)” column.
- Click “Assign” to assign the selected command/function to the button.
- Repeat steps 4 and 5 for other commands/functions as desired.
- Click “OK” to close the dialog box and save your changes.
Step 3: Test Your Device in SolidWorks
You’re almost there! Now it’s time to test if your device is working correctly in SolidWorks.
Open SolidWorks and try moving your device around or pressing any customized buttons that you have set up. You should see corresponding movements or actions within SolidWorks as you interact with your device.
If your device is not working as expected, ensure that both the driver and SolidWorks are up-to-date. You can also refer to the documentation provided by 3Dconnexion for troubleshooting tips specific to your device model.
Congratulations!
You have successfully set up and configured your 3Dconnexion device to work with SolidWorks. Enjoy the improved productivity and enhanced navigation experience that your 3Dconnexion device brings to SolidWorks!
We hope this tutorial has been helpful to you. If you have any further questions or run into any issues, feel free to reach out to us for assistance.