Macro

Macro is a scripted or recorded piece of program that can eliminate repeated tasks.

In solidworks we can create macro in 2 ways ;

  • Record Macro.
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  • Create Macro by Coding (VBA).
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    later we can run this macro to do the recorded or coded Script.

    How to Record Macro?

    • Enable Macro Toolbar.
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    • Click Record.
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    • Do your steps.
    • Click stop record.
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    • Give name & save macro.

    How to Create Macro by Coding (VBA).

    • Click on New Macro.
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    • Browse & Save.
    • It will open Microsoft VBA Application.
      • Here we can script / code & Save.
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    How to Run Macro?

    • Click on Run Macro.
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    • Browse & Open.
    • ✅ Done (Macro Run).

    How to Edit Macro ?

    • Click on Edit Macro.
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    • Browse & Open.
    • It will open Microsoft VBA Application.
      • Here we can edit the script / code & Save.
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    How to create custom macro button ?

    • Goto : Customize.
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    • Choose Macro & Icon.
      • Icon Optional.
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