SolidWorks 2010 Bible

(Martin Jones) #1

Chapter 16: Modeling in Context


FIGURE 16.19
The assembly as of Step 13

Note
Notice that I used the Insert ➪ Mirror Part command, but the PropertyManager says Insert Part. The Mirror
Part functionality uses the Insert Part function, but adds a feature to mirror the body once it is inserted. Notice
all the entity types you can transfer, and the fact that you can break the link to the original part. Also note that
the template used for this part was chosen based on the settings at Tools ➪ Options ➪ Default Templates ➪
Always Use These Default Document Templates or Prompt User To Select Document Template. n


Cross-Reference
I discuss the function of Mirror/Insert part in more depth in Chapter 26. n

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