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(OP)
So I'm in my sketch (part) and I have many sketches laid over each other to distinguish geometry because many drawings share the same geometry.  When I take it to a drawing to transfer to mastercam X2 using mastercam direct I want to make layers of each sketch that I can switch on and off when I code the geometry in MCX.  I know how to open the toolbar for the layers, but I can't figure out how to make individual layers for each sketch.  What am I doing wrong!  I know you can od it in AutoCAD. I know how to make the layers in Mastercam, but not solidworks.  Help!  

RE: Layers

Are you modeling parts, or creating a bunch of sketches in a drawing?

SolidWorks is not the same as AutoCad.

-Dustin
Professional Engineer
Certified SolidWorks Professional

RE: Layers

I agree with Dustin.
If you are not creating models and only sketches in drawings, I suggest using only AutoCAD.
In SolidWorks "Help", search for 'layers'.

Chris
SolidWorks/PDMWorks 08 3.1
AutoCAD 06/08
ctopher's home (updated Apr 30, 2008)

RE: Layers

(OP)
Ok I figured it out.  Hmmmm I guess Solidworks really isn't like AutoCAD after all!?!?! What?  Weird?  

RE: Layers

Weird?
It's not supposed to be like AutoCAD.
Black and white.

Chris
SolidWorks/PDMWorks 08 3.1
AutoCAD 06/08
ctopher's home (updated Apr 30, 2008)

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