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Sending drawing files

Sending drawing files

Sending drawing files

(OP)
Hi guys,

We are on a network, and wondering what is a good way to send people on the network drawing files that are able to be viewed and updated, since the parts are on the server.

Also, if you have a detached drawing, can you convert it back to an attached drawing to change dimensions?

Thanks.

RE: Sending drawing files

(OP)
Also, If I wanted to send someone who has solidworks a drawing, do I need to send him all the parts and assemblies for him to change a dimension? Is there a way around it?

RE: Sending drawing files

Yes, you would need to send the supporting parts/assemblies, since the drawing refers to those to create the views.  A good way around that is to export the drawing into a non-SW format such as PDF, DWG, DXF, etc.  But the person receiving the drawing won't have the ability to change dimensions except on the drawing itself (not the part).

Regarding the server, I would think you wouldn't so much "send" them the files, but allow access to the files.  That way, you don't have drawings and parts at differing revision levels floating around without documentation.  Since it sounds like you want edits to occur, this sounds quite dangerous from a document control perspective.


Jeff Mowry
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RE: Sending drawing files

It would be much safer to use PDF or better still an eDrawing which can be marked up & returned.

An alternative is to set up a conference/internet meeting where applications can be shared.


Helpful SW websites every user should be aware of FAQ559-520
How to get answers to your SW questions  FAQ559-1091

RE: Sending drawing files

(OP)
I seen the edrawing on the taskbar. What is the advantages of it?

RE: Sending drawing files

Main advantages of eDrawing is that it gives the viewer both 2D drawings & 3D parts/assemblies without the overhead of needing all the associated files.
If you have the Pro version, comments & notes can be added, measurements made & shown.
STL files can also be made from the eDrawing parts.


Helpful SW websites every user should be aware of FAQ559-520
How to get answers to your SW questions  FAQ559-1091

RE: Sending drawing files

(OP)
If I have time today I will try and play with the edrawing viewer. Thanks for the help guys.

Is there a use for detached drawings, if you have edrawing?

RE: Sending drawing files

I usually just email someone a shortcut to the files I want them to look at on the server.  In our case, it makes no difference if the end reciever has the full SWX of just viewer, write access or read only.  Everyone can see the same files, and none of those files exist anywhere else unless someone chooses to make a copy.

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