
If you have two files with two different names, you can combine them into one file on Workbench. Notice the assembly file shows a pending change since the references to the parts have been updated from the rename and move actions. When you are ready you can go into Workbench to view the pending changes.Ĭlick to view the pending changes and select the changes you want to upload. Move the file or rename the file in the prompt which appears after selecting the option you want.Īfter you have done one or more of these actions the assembly file is now updated with the correct references to the renamed or moved part files. Select rename or move from the SolidWorks context menu. Right click on a part of a SolidWorks part file and open the SolidWork context menu.

Locate the assembly and parts of your project in your local directory.

Below are instructions to do this for SolidWorks. If you would like to rename or move a part or assembly file the method to achieve this is to use the functionality provided by the CAD designer program.

How to move or rename files without breaking references Best practice for renaming or moving part files
