Improve SolidWorks Performance

  • Upgrade hardware: SolidWorks is a resource-intensive software and requires a powerful computer to run smoothly. Upgrading to a faster processor, more RAM, and a dedicated graphics card can significantly improve the performance of SolidWorks.
  • Use lightweight mode: When working with large assemblies, using SolidWorks' lightweight mode can help reduce load times and improve performance. Lightweight mode allows you to load only the necessary components needed for your current task, rather than loading the entire assembly.
  • Use simplified configurations: Simplified configurations can help reduce the number of components loaded in an assembly, which can improve performance. By using a simplified configuration, you can remove components or features that are not needed for your current task.
  • Optimize graphics settings: Adjusting the graphics settings in SolidWorks can help improve performance. By disabling some of the visual effects, such as shadows or reflections, you can reduce the strain on your graphics card and improve performance.
  • Use efficient modeling techniques: Using efficient modeling techniques, such as creating simple geometry and using design tables and configurations, can help reduce the complexity of your models and improve performance.
  • Use the SolidWorks Rx tool: SolidWorks Rx is a diagnostic tool that can help identify and troubleshoot performance issues. It can provide recommendations on how to improve performance and can also generate reports that can be shared with technical support.
  • Keep software up to date: Updating to the latest version of SolidWorks can provide performance improvements and bug fixes. SolidWorks releases regular updates that address issues and improve performance.
  • Use Performance Evaluation:this tool allows users to analyze and optimize the performance of their models. It provides a detailed report of the model's performance, including information on graphics, file size, and rebuild time. The report includes recommendations on how to improve performance and can help identify areas that may be causing performance issues.