How to Add Custom Parts to SOLIDWORKS Toolbox

SOLIDWORKS Toolbox is a powerful library containing thousands of standard hardware parts. However, sometimes you need to add custom parts specific to your company or components that aren't included in the standard library. In this article, we'll briefly explain the process of adding custom parts to SOLIDWORKS Toolbox.

Preparing Custom Parts

Before adding to Toolbox, your part must be in SOLIDWORKS format (.sldprt). If it's imported from another CAD system, you'll need to convert it to SOLIDWORKS format first. Additionally, all configurations, dimensions, and custom properties must be created manually within the part file.

Steps to Add to Toolbox

1. Click on the Library tab in the Task Pane on the right side of the SOLIDWORKS screen
2. Expand the Toolbox category
3. Right-click within Toolbox and select Configure Toolbox
4. In the Toolbox Configuration window, create a new folder in the Customize Hardware section
5. Right-click the newly created folder and select Add File to add your part file

Your custom parts can now be added to assemblies using the same drag-and-drop method as default Toolbox items.

Conclusion

Adding custom parts to SOLIDWORKS Toolbox can significantly speed up your design process. This feature allows you to integrate company-specific components into the standard library and make them accessible to your entire team.

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