There are many ways to measure dimensions in SOLIDWORKS, and here are some basic steps and instructions for using the tools:
1.Smart Size:
Open the SOLIDWORKS software and load the model of the part or assembly that needs to be measured.
Select the Dimensions toolbar in the design interface, usually in the standard toolbar at the top or right of the screen.
Click the Smart Dimension tool (usually icon as a line segment with an equal sign) and then click on the geometric elements on the model (such as edges, faces, grid lines, points, and so on) to automatically measure and display the dimension values. You can also drag the dimension arrows to adjust the size value.
2.Measuring Tools:
You can find the Measure tool (possibly a ruler icon) in the secondary menu or toolbar via the "Tools" option in the menu bar and then selecting the "Evaluate" function.
When you click the Measure tool, a measurement command box appears in the graphics area, allowing you to specify a variety of parameters such as distance, angle, radius, etc., to be measured, and to select two or more points directly on the model for measurement.
3.Shortcut Actions:
SOLIDWORKS provides shortcut keys for quick measurements, but specific shortcut combinations may vary depending on the version and individual custom settings, and can generally be accessed by keyboard input commands or by finding the relevant shortcut help documentation.
4.Unit of Measure Setting:
Before you start measuring, make sure your units of measurement are set correctly. You can set the appropriate metric or imperial units via Tools - > Options - > System Options - >Document Properties).
5.Use Base Dimensions:
When you modify a model, you can use Base Dimensions to specify reference dimensions, so that when you change the base dimensions, you will associate the dimensional changes.
6.Multi-Configurable Part Measurement:
If your model has multiple configurations, you can switch configurations and measure using the methods described above, and you can use the Configuration Compare tool to see the size differences between the different configurations.
By following the above steps, users can select the appropriate measurement method according to their actual needs, and accurately obtain the detailed dimensional information of each part of the model in SOLIDWORKS.