Solid Edge Features

Import CAD models into CAM This feature was mentioned in 76 Solid Edge reviews.

Support for CAD to CAM data exchange 71 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 72 Solid Edge reviews. The solution supports CAD and CAM models

Automated CNC programming workflows This feature was mentioned in 61 Solid Edge reviews.

Feature recognition and conversion This feature was mentioned in 60 Solid Edge reviews.

Programming control for shop floor equipment 59 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 70 Solid Edge reviews. Set up jobs with work coordinates and cutting conditions

As reported in 71 Solid Edge reviews. Handle roughing, semi-finishing, and finishing operations

Manage tooling and toolpaths for production This feature was mentioned in 70 Solid Edge reviews.

Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon. This feature was mentioned in 120 Solid Edge reviews.

Based on 121 Solid Edge reviews. Create realistic 3D models of your design

Design your structure in 3D. 119 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 114 Solid Edge reviews. Produce 3D visualizations without any integrating hardware.

Ability to modify 3D primitives (parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, symmetrical editing process, etc.) 68 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

Ability to access basic drawing tools (line, circle, polygons, etc.) 68 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

Ability to access basic editing tools (erase, trim, extend, undo, etc.) 66 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 66 Solid Edge reviews. Ability to access rendering tools (lighting tools, texture mapping, custom material creation, etc.)

Import and export files in a number of different formats. 119 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 112 Solid Edge reviews. Ability to push or pull the surface of your model in order to get the desired shape.

Based on 120 Solid Edge reviews. View your model from any angle while you design and edit.

As reported in 114 Solid Edge reviews. Tools that enable users to reshape, move or manipulate geometry.

As reported in 116 Solid Edge reviews. Annotate your designs with various notes and tags.

Generate 2D drawings of your 3D models. This feature was mentioned in 119 Solid Edge reviews.

As reported in 118 Solid Edge reviews. Extract information from objects, such as attributes and properties.

As reported in 63 Solid Edge reviews. Can support the viewing and conversation of STL files.

Can support the viewing and conversation of 3MF files. 46 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

Can support the viewing and conversation of OBJ files. This feature was mentioned in 55 Solid Edge reviews.

Capable of repairing mesh in imported 3D models. 55 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 60 Solid Edge reviews. Capable of editing models natively within the platform.

Software is a standalone slicer that intakes 3D models created in other applications. 46 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 62 Solid Edge reviews. Software also provides built-in 3D modeling capability.

Software is available as an downloadable application. 55 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

Ability to conduct computational fluid dynamics and thermal analysis This feature was mentioned in 54 Solid Edge reviews.

As reported in 60 Solid Edge reviews. Ability to conduct finite element analysis test

Based on 56 Solid Edge reviews. Ability to conduct kinematics and dynamic analysis of mechanisms

Based on 58 Solid Edge reviews. Ability to model discrete event simulation such as analyzing event-driven system models and optimizing performance characteristics such as latency, throughput, and packet loss.

Ability to model continous event simulation 58 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

Ability to conduct mechanical event simulation This feature was mentioned in 58 Solid Edge reviews.

As reported in 52 Solid Edge reviews. Ability to model a manufacturing processes like casting, molding and die press forming

Ability to integrate with CAD and PLM software 57 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 63 Solid Edge reviews. Ability to support a sufficient number of hardware developers (by default or through the use of custom drivers).

Support for custom interfaces designed around specific design tasks, by default (out of the box) or through user customization. This feature was mentioned in 64 Solid Edge reviews.

Support for multiple user interface customizations. Can store and recall interfaces as required by a specific user without closing the application and without the need for scripting knowledge. This feature was mentioned in 59 Solid Edge reviews.

Names of basic commands are clear and easy to understand. On-cursor documentation, such as tool tips and pop-up descriptions, provide clarification of icons and other user interface elements. This feature was mentioned in 64 Solid Edge reviews.

Provides the ability to generate images from a text prompt.

Provides the ability to generate 3D renderings from a text prompt.

Offers the ability to modify 3D primitives, including parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, and symmetrical editing processes 14 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

Offers ease of use when accessing rendering tools such as lighting tools, texture mapping, and custom material creation 14 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 14 Solid Edge reviews. Provides ease of use when accessing basic drawing tools such as lines, circles, polygons, and other fundamental geometric shapes.

As reported in 14 Solid Edge reviews. Offers ease of use when accessing basic editing tools like erase, trim, extend, undo, and more.

Provides ease of use when accessing basic text creation and modification tools such as font style, multi-line text, wrap-around text, justification, spell checker, etc. 13 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 14 Solid Edge reviews. Supports exporting designs to a variety of file formats, facilitating compatibility with other software and workflows.

Supports a variety of file formats for import, enabling users to incorporate external data into their designs. This feature was mentioned in 14 Solid Edge reviews.

Maintains compatibility with a variety of advanced design and imaging applications, ensuring integration and interoperability across different software platforms. 13 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 13 Solid Edge reviews. Maintains compatibility between current and previous versions of their file formats, allowing users to open and work with files created in older versions without issues.

Supports a range of file sizes, ensuring smooth performance even when working with large or complex designs. 14 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

As reported in 14 Solid Edge reviews. Offers the ability to create custom commands or command aliases, change the active customization file, and configure command properties according to user preferences and workflow requirements.

Ability to create custom scripts to automate tasks, such as add standard layers or styles to a drawing, update the title block, or automate plotting tasks. 13 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

Ability to create custom menus, sub-menus, and contextual menus. Can create new toolbars and arrange menus in workspace. 14 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.

Based on 14 Solid Edge reviews. Offers the ability to customize the user interface and tailor the workspace according to the users' specific needs and preferences.

Supports hardware developers by default or through the use of custom drivers, ensuring compatibility with various hardware configurations commonly used by designers and engineers. This feature was mentioned in 14 Solid Edge reviews.

As reported in 13 Solid Edge reviews. Offers tailored interfaces for common tasks by default or through user customization, accommodating individuals' workflow needs and preferences.

Supports multiple user interface customizations, allowing users to store and recall interfaces as needed without closing the application or requiring scripting knowledge. This feature was mentioned in 13 Solid Edge reviews.

As reported in 13 Solid Edge reviews. Basic commands have clear names and on-cursor documentation, like tooltips and pop-up descriptions, offers clarification of icons and other user interface elements.