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  1. TateJ

    Graphics Tablet

    Right... but this is the good one... Jack L Tate - Xtreme Tower Products - SolidWorks 2019 - Windows 10 - Microsoft Wireless Mouse 5000 - SpaceMouse - Spotify - Orange Rubber Ball - C8H10N4O2 - Titanuim Spork - And that's all I need!
  2. TateJ

    Graphics Tablet

    Seems like all the relevant threads on this subject are pretty old... I'm looking for recommendations for an entry level(ish) graphics tablet. One with a medium size drawing area (6 X 10 ish). I want to try out the Sketch Ink functionality. Thanks... Jack L Tate - Xtreme Tower Products -...
  3. TateJ

    Balloon quantities

    I'm not sure what you mean when you "add" or "attach quantities" to your balloons. Typically my multi-sheet assembly drawings have an isometric view and a BOM on Sheet1. Then on the rest of the sheets, I make sure my drawing sheet balloons are linked to the BOM. Search for "Drawing View...
  4. TateJ

    Dimension text is in my way..!

    Oops... try this one...ScreenShot Jack L Tate - Xtreme Tower Products - SolidWorks 2013 - Windows 7 - Microsoft Wireless Mouse 5000 - SpaceNavigator - Slacker Radio - Swingline Stapler - C8H10N4O2 - Rental Bowling Shoes - Titanuim Spork - And that's all I need!
  5. TateJ

    Dimension text is in my way..!

    [highlight #FCE94F]CTOPHER[/highlight]... Here is a ScreenShot to clarify... [highlight #FCAF3E]SBAUGH[/highlight]... Your suggestion did nothing... you are dead to me...[wink] Jack L Tate - Xtreme Tower Products - SolidWorks 2013 - Windows 7 - Microsoft Wireless Mouse 5000 - SpaceNavigator -...
  6. TateJ

    Dimension text is in my way..!

    I have a feeling my solution is in a SYSTEM OPTION setting somewhere buried deep within... but I can't find it. When I dimension, after my first click, the dimension text will preview (stuck to my cursor). Often the text obscures the 2nd thing I want to click on. Is there a solution to this...
  7. TateJ

    SolidWorks 2014, 3dconnexion, Wireless SpaceNavigator, Zoom in/out Preference

    I should have clarified... The reply I got from tech support on 1/9/14 solved the problem. Jack L Tate - Xtreme Tower Products - SolidWorks 2013 - Windows 7 - Microsoft Wireless Mouse 5000 - SpaceNavigator - Slacker Radio - Swingline Stapler - C8H10N4O2 - Rental Bowling Shoes - Titanuim Spork...
  8. TateJ

    SolidWorks 2014, 3dconnexion, Wireless SpaceNavigator, Zoom in/out Preference

    I got this reply from tech support... Thanks Fred Jack L Tate - Xtreme Tower Products - SolidWorks 2013 - Windows 7 - Microsoft Wireless Mouse 5000 - SpaceNavigator - Slacker Radio - Swingline Stapler - C8H10N4O2 - Rental Bowling Shoes - Titanuim Spork - And that's all I need!
  9. TateJ

    SolidWorks 2014, 3dconnexion, Wireless SpaceNavigator, Zoom in/out Preference

    I have loaded 2014 and downladed the latest drivers for my SpaceNavigator. My preference is to set-up the zoom in/out to UP(lift the puck) / DOWN(squash the puck). Either that option is gone, or I just can't find it in the settings menu. I understand that the menu is application/context...
  10. TateJ

    Multiple (more than 2) Monitors

    I typically use one for SolidWorks, but drag my command manager and property manager and any other toolbars to the 2nd monitor. Then the 2nd monitor is also handy for reference data and email, etc. I would not want to be limited to one monitor, unless it was some sort of 36" widescreen. Jack L...
  11. TateJ

    Multiple (more than 2) Monitors

    Anybody running 3 or more monitors? I run 2, but read an article recently that claims 3 is the "sweet spot" for CAD work. Wondering if anybody can endorse this and what video card you're using? Jack L Tate - Xtreme Tower Products - SolidWorks 2013 - Windows 7 - Microsoft Wireless Mouse 5000 -...
  12. TateJ

    Living Hinge Design

    If your goal is to see this flex in an assembly... one option is to make 2 configs in your part (one for each half of the hinge). Insert the part 2 times (one of each config) in your assembly, then mate accordingly. You can then set one of them to not display in your BOM. If I did not answer...
  13. TateJ

    Revisions

    We don't track revisions in our models or drawing files. But we do create a PDF of every drawing revision. It's not a perfect system, but it doesn't break references... and if we have a good PDF drawing of prior revisions, we can always re-create a prior revision if needed. So, to clarify... our...
  14. TateJ

    Probably going to start in-house SolidWorks training classes...

    Yup... still in town... and our boat tower biz is growing..! As I understand it... you can't get the Essentials book (or any other "official" training material) without taking the class. My plan is to teach classes for 2 or 3 co-workers. We can't afford the time away from the office to send...
  15. TateJ

    Probably going to start in-house SolidWorks training classes...

    Probably going to start in-house SolidWorks training classes... I will start shopping for Matt Lombard's books... And I'm familiar with Sham Tickoo's book (I used to teach at a tech college)... Any others I should consider..? [smarty] Jack L Tate - Xtreme Tower Products - SolidWorks 2013 -...
  16. TateJ

    Working in Comfort

    I'm a fan of the drafting table and stool combo... I can work standing up or sitting on the stool... My rule is that my most ergonomically comfortable position, is my next position... [pc2] Jack L Tate - Xtreme Tower Products - SolidWorks 2013 - Windows 7 - Microsoft Wireless Mouse 5000 -...
  17. TateJ

    Weld Beads in Drawings

    Unless the weld bead tool has been vastly improved since 2011-ish... you're better off without it. It only did basic but weld fillets. And it's pointless to see this in a drawing... You will use the WELD SYMBOL TOOL to annotate your drawing... right? Unless you need to see this in a model for...
  18. TateJ

    What do you do with all those past Discs

    Send them to Mike... I hear he has a collection that spans 20 years..! Jack L Tate - Xtreme Tower Products - SolidWorks 2013 - Windows 7 - Microsoft Wireless Mouse 5000 - SpaceNavigator - Slacker Radio - Swingline Stapler - C8H10N4O2 - Rental Bowling Shoes - Titanuim Spork - And that's all I need!
  19. TateJ

    What do you do with all those past Discs

    Bolt them to a router and spin them till they explode... wear safety glasses... and maybe chain maille. Jack L Tate - Xtreme Tower Products - SolidWorks 2013 - Windows 7 - Microsoft Wireless Mouse 5000 - SpaceNavigator - Slacker Radio - Swingline Stapler - C8H10N4O2 - Rental Bowling Shoes -...
  20. TateJ

    Finally Upgrading

    Now you can just rub your mouse over a paper sketch and SolidWorks will auto-magic-ally make a part for you..! Not really... Jack L Tate - Xtreme Tower Products - SolidWorks 2013 - Windows 7 - Microsoft Wireless Mouse 5000 - SpaceNavigator - Slacker Radio - Swingline Stapler - C8H10N4O2 -...

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