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Solid Edge Features

What are the features of Solid Edge?

CAD to CAM

  • CAD-CAM Import
  • CAM Data Exchange
  • CAD/CAM Compatibility

Machining

  • Operations

Design

  • Drawing
  • Modeling
  • Visualize
  • Rendering

Edit

  • File Import
  • Push/Pull
  • Views
  • Grips

Collaboration

  • Annotate
  • Documentation
  • Data Extract

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CAD to CAM

CAD-CAM Import

As reported in 75 Solid Edge reviews. Import CAD models into CAM
85%
(Based on 75 reviews)

CAM Data Exchange

As reported in 70 Solid Edge reviews. Support for CAD to CAM data exchange
83%
(Based on 70 reviews)

CAD/CAM Compatibility

The solution supports CAD and CAM models 71 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
84%
(Based on 71 reviews)

CNC Programming

CNC Workflows

Automated CNC programming workflows 60 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
79%
(Based on 60 reviews)

CNC Feature Recognition

As reported in 59 Solid Edge reviews. Feature recognition and conversion
81%
(Based on 59 reviews)

Programming Control

Programming control for shop floor equipment This feature was mentioned in 58 Solid Edge reviews.
81%
(Based on 58 reviews)

Machining

Job Set-up

Set up jobs with work coordinates and cutting conditions 69 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
81%
(Based on 69 reviews)

Operations

Handle roughing, semi-finishing, and finishing operations 70 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
82%
(Based on 70 reviews)

Tooling and Toolpaths

Manage tooling and toolpaths for production 69 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
84%
(Based on 69 reviews)

Design

Drawing

Based on 119 Solid Edge reviews. Access to basic tools for drawing, such as line, cirlce and polygon.
90%
(Based on 119 reviews)

Modeling

Create realistic 3D models of your design 120 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
90%
(Based on 120 reviews)

Visualize

Design your structure in 3D. This feature was mentioned in 118 Solid Edge reviews.
88%
(Based on 118 reviews)

Rendering

As reported in 113 Solid Edge reviews. Produce 3D visualizations without any integrating hardware.
83%
(Based on 113 reviews)

3D/solid modeling Tools

Ability to modify 3D primitives (parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, symmetrical editing process, etc.) 67 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
86%
(Based on 67 reviews)

Drawing Tools

Ability to access basic drawing tools (line, circle, polygons, etc.) 67 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
87%
(Based on 67 reviews)

Editing Tools

Ability to access basic editing tools (erase, trim, extend, undo, etc.) This feature was mentioned in 65 Solid Edge reviews.
85%
(Based on 65 reviews)

Rendering tools

Ability to access rendering tools (lighting tools, texture mapping, custom material creation, etc.) 65 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
81%
(Based on 65 reviews)

Edit

File Import

Based on 118 Solid Edge reviews. Import and export files in a number of different formats.
86%
(Based on 118 reviews)

Push/Pull

Ability to push or pull the surface of your model in order to get the desired shape. This feature was mentioned in 111 Solid Edge reviews.
85%
(Based on 111 reviews)

Views

View your model from any angle while you design and edit. This feature was mentioned in 119 Solid Edge reviews.
86%
(Based on 119 reviews)

Grips

As reported in 113 Solid Edge reviews. Tools that enable users to reshape, move or manipulate geometry.
85%
(Based on 113 reviews)

Collaboration

Annotate

Annotate your designs with various notes and tags. This feature was mentioned in 115 Solid Edge reviews.
87%
(Based on 115 reviews)

Documentation

Generate 2D drawings of your 3D models. This feature was mentioned in 118 Solid Edge reviews.
88%
(Based on 118 reviews)

Data Extract

As reported in 117 Solid Edge reviews. Extract information from objects, such as attributes and properties.
84%
(Based on 117 reviews)

File Support

STL Compatible

As reported in 63 Solid Edge reviews. Can support the viewing and conversation of STL files.
87%
(Based on 63 reviews)

3MF Compatible

Can support the viewing and conversation of 3MF files. 46 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
81%
(Based on 46 reviews)

OBJ Compatible

As reported in 55 Solid Edge reviews. Can support the viewing and conversation of OBJ files.
84%
(Based on 55 reviews)

File Editing

Mesh Repair

Based on 55 Solid Edge reviews. Capable of repairing mesh in imported 3D models.
78%
(Based on 55 reviews)

File Editing

Capable of editing models natively within the platform. 60 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
87%
(Based on 60 reviews)

Software Integrations

Standalone Slicer

Software is a standalone slicer that intakes 3D models created in other applications. This feature was mentioned in 46 Solid Edge reviews.
76%
(Based on 46 reviews)

Inetgrated 3D Modeling

Based on 62 Solid Edge reviews. Software also provides built-in 3D modeling capability.
87%
(Based on 62 reviews)

Software Type

Downloadable Application

Software is available as an downloadable application. This feature was mentioned in 55 Solid Edge reviews.
86%
(Based on 55 reviews)

Tools

Fluid analysis

Ability to conduct computational fluid dynamics and thermal analysis 53 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
76%
(Based on 53 reviews)

Finite element analysis

Based on 59 Solid Edge reviews. Ability to conduct finite element analysis test
79%
(Based on 59 reviews)

Multibody dynamics

Ability to conduct kinematics and dynamic analysis of mechanisms 55 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
77%
(Based on 55 reviews)

Work

Discrete event modeling

Ability to model discrete event simulation such as analyzing event-driven system models and optimizing performance characteristics such as latency, throughput, and packet loss. This feature was mentioned in 57 Solid Edge reviews.
81%
(Based on 57 reviews)

Continuous event modeling

Ability to model continous event simulation This feature was mentioned in 57 Solid Edge reviews.
79%
(Based on 57 reviews)

Mechanical event simulation

Ability to conduct mechanical event simulation This feature was mentioned in 57 Solid Edge reviews.
78%
(Based on 57 reviews)

Manufacturing process simulation

Ability to model a manufacturing processes like casting, molding and die press forming 51 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
79%
(Based on 51 reviews)

Integrate

Ability to integrate with CAD and PLM software This feature was mentioned in 57 Solid Edge reviews.
81%
(Based on 57 reviews)

Environment

Hardware support

Ability to support a sufficient number of hardware developers (by default or through the use of custom drivers). 62 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
82%
(Based on 62 reviews)

Task

As reported in 64 Solid Edge reviews. Support for custom interfaces designed around specific design tasks, by default (out of the box) or through user customization.
81%
(Based on 64 reviews)

Manage Multiple Profiles

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. 59 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
82%
(Based on 59 reviews)

Command Clarity

Based on 64 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.
84%
(Based on 64 reviews)

Tools - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

3D/solid modeling Tools

Offers the ability to modify 3D primitives, including parametric editing tools, free-form editing tools, and symmetrical editing processes 10 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
95%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Rendering Tools

Offers ease of use when accessing rendering tools such as lighting tools, texture mapping, and custom material creation 10 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
82%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Drawing Tools

Provides ease of use when accessing basic drawing tools such as lines, circles, polygons, and other fundamental geometric shapes. This feature was mentioned in 10 Solid Edge reviews.
93%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Editing Tools

Based on 10 Solid Edge reviews. Offers ease of use when accessing basic editing tools like erase, trim, extend, undo, and more.
92%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Text Editing Tools

Based on 10 Solid Edge reviews. 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.
82%
(Based on 10 reviews)

File Options - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

Export Files

Supports exporting designs to a variety of file formats, facilitating compatibility with other software and workflows. 10 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
87%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Import Files

As reported in 10 Solid Edge reviews. Supports a variety of file formats for import, enabling users to incorporate external data into their designs.
92%
(Based on 10 reviews)

File Interoperability

As reported in 10 Solid Edge reviews. Maintains compatibility with a variety of advanced design and imaging applications, ensuring integration and interoperability across different software platforms.
90%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Backwards compatibility

As reported in 10 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.
85%
(Based on 10 reviews)

File size

As reported in 10 Solid Edge reviews. Supports a range of file sizes, ensuring smooth performance even when working with large or complex designs.
88%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Customization - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

Custom Commands

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. This feature was mentioned in 10 Solid Edge reviews.
88%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Custom Scripts

Based on 10 Solid Edge reviews. 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.
85%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Custom Menus

Ability to create custom menus, sub-menus, and contextual menus. Can create new toolbars and arrange menus in workspace. 10 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
90%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Custom Interface

Offers the ability to customize the user interface and tailor the workspace according to the users' specific needs and preferences. 10 reviewers of Solid Edge have provided feedback on this feature.
85%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Environment - Mechanical Computer-aided Design (MCAD)

Hardware support

As reported in 10 Solid Edge reviews. Supports hardware developers by default or through the use of custom drivers, ensuring compatibility with various hardware configurations commonly used by designers and engineers.
90%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Task-based interfaces

Offers tailored interfaces for common tasks by default or through user customization, accommodating individuals' workflow needs and preferences. This feature was mentioned in 10 Solid Edge reviews.
88%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Manage Multiple Profiles

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 10 Solid Edge reviews.
80%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Command Clarity

Basic commands have clear names and on-cursor documentation, like tooltips and pop-up descriptions, offers clarification of icons and other user interface elements. This feature was mentioned in 10 Solid Edge reviews.
87%
(Based on 10 reviews)