Whether you're a new, intermediate, or professional user, you'll find the in-depth coverage you need to succeed with SolidWorks 2007 in this comprehensive refer... » 

Whether you're a new, intermediate, or professional user, you'll find the in-depth coverage you need to succeed with SolidWorks 2007 in this comprehensive reference. From customizing the interface to exploring best practices to reinforcing your knowledge with step-by-step tutorials, the techniques and shortcuts in this detailed book will help you accomplish tasks, avoid the time-consuming pitfalls of parametric design, and get a firm handle on one of the leading 3D CAD programs on the market.Customize the user interface and connect hotkeys to macrosCreate sketches, parts, assemblies, and drawingsBuild intelligence into partsWork with patterns, equations, and configurationsLearn multibody, surface, and master model techniquesWrite, record, and edit Visual Basic(r) macrosDesign with advanced 3D featuresIncrease speed and efficiency with subassembliesUse multibody models to their full potential «