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it can seem a stupid thread... (related to names of sketches/features)

it can seem a stupid thread... (related to names of sketches/features)

it can seem a stupid thread... (related to names of sketches/features)

(OP)
my question seems stupid. but my problem lies in the way that SW gives names automatically to the sketches, features...

if i draw a sketch it receives the name "sketch 1" (for example). if i erase it and i draw another sketch it receives the name "sketch 2".

of course i know i can change the name of the sketch, but all my problems appear in the moment that the name "sketch 2" instead of "sketch 1" is given to the sketch.

i guess there isn't any way to change it, but if you have some idea i would be really grateful!

RE: it can seem a stupid thread... (related to names of sketches/features)

What problems are appearing?

Instead of deleting the sketch, just change the geometry it contains. The sketch name will not be changed.

RE: it can seem a stupid thread... (related to names of sketches/features)

You should not worry about the Sketch names when SW makes it, because really you should rename them if you need it for something special like a Design Table. Otherwise I would suggest to ignore it. As for features I suggest the same thing.

But CBL is right you can't change the numbers to start over and recount.

Regards,

Scott Baugh, CSWP pc2
www.scottjbaugh.com

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RE: it can seem a stupid thread... (related to names of sketches/features)

I got into the habit of naming all my features years ago, but sketches I leave alone.

Naming features helps other users work on the model.  It also helps me jump around more easily.  I consider it part of being a good 'CAD citizen'.

Ed  

RE: it can seem a stupid thread... (related to names of sketches/features)

Isn't it odd? Hrmpf. My guess it, it keeps the old names for the undo stack. But who can say? ;)

CSWP-Surf

RE: it can seem a stupid thread... (related to names of sketches/features)

I don't bother with renaming sketches, unless it's not used within a feature and stands alone...then it's renamed so we know what it's for.
If it skips a name as sisau wrote, no big deal.

Chris
SolidWorks 09 SP4.1
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