Vad hittar jag i Solidmakarnas supportblogg?

Here we publish tips, guides, news and solutions for those working with IRONCAD and Design Data ManagerDDM). The blog covers everything from basic functions to advanced workflows, helping you optimize your design work. You'll find examples of smart shortcuts, practical instructions, solutions to common problems, and best practices for product design, mechanical design, and product data management.

Fungerar guiderna för alla versioner av IRONCAD och Design Data Manager?

Many of our instructions and tips work in multiple versions, but we clearly indicate if an article applies to a specific version. We aim to make the content useful for older versions too, and also provide recommendations on how to adapt workflows to the version you are using.

Vilka typer av tips och guider finns på bloggen?

The blog includes: Practical step-by-step guides to help you use IRONCAD and DDM more effectively. Productivity and workflow tips for faster design and construction. Solutions to common problems users encounter in the CAD programs. Updates and news on new features, versions and improvements. Best practices for data management and project organization in DDM.

How do I use external links in IRONCAD?

Emil Rindell

Jonas Bryntesson

Henrik Andersson

2020-01-01

Emil Rindell

Jonas Bryntesson

Henrik Andersson

2020-01-01



5 min read

Managing external links in IRONCAD is an effective way to optimize the performance and file structure of your CAD projects. By linking out parts and assemblies to separate files, you can reduce the file size of your master scene (ICS) and improve workflow.

What are external links?

External links mean that you save out parts or assemblies as separate files (ICS) and link them to your main scene. Instead of having all components embedded in a single file, the main scene references these external files. This means that IRONCAD only needs to load the relevant files when needed, improving performance and manageability.

How to link out files?

Save as external file: Select the part or assembly you want to link out. Go to the menu and select "Save As Assembly". In the dialog box that opens, make sure that the option "Link to current scene" is unchecked (Under Menu) if you do not want to create a linked copy. Save the file in the desired location.
Insert as external link: To insert an external linked file into your main scene, go to the menu and select "Insert Assembly". Navigate to the saved file and select it. IRONCAD will now link to this file instead of embedding it.

When to use external links?

Using external links is particularly beneficial when:

You work with large assemblies and want to improve performance.
You need to break down projects into smaller, manageable parts.
You want to reuse components in multiple projects without duplicating data.

Key tips

Keep the file structure in order. Make sure that all external files are correctly linked and that paths are updated to avoid broken links.
Use 'Save As' to create new versions of a part or compilation. If you want to create a new version without affecting the original, use 'Save As' and rename the file. This creates a separate file that can be linked in without affecting the original file.

Additional resources

For a more detailed review and practical examples, we recommend reading this post:

‍Management of external links

View more posts

FAQ

What can I find in Solidmakarnas support blog?

Answer: Here we publish tips, guides, news and solutions for those who work with IRONCAD and Design Data Manager (DDM). The blog covers everything from basic functions to advanced workflows, helping you to optimize your design work. You'll find examples of smart shortcuts, practical instructions, solutions to common problems, and best practices for product design, mechanical design, and product data management.

Who are the guides for?

Answer: Our guides and tips are designed for both beginners and experienced CAD users. They are aimed at designers, engineers and project managers who want to work more efficiently with IRONCAD and DDM, improve the design process, reduce mistakes and save time in product development.

How often is the support blog updated?

Answer: We regularly publish new articles when the software is updated, when new features are introduced, or when our users ask for solutions to specific problems. The blog is therefore a reliable source for keeping up to date and getting tips that make everyday CAD work easier.

Do the wizards work for all versions of IRONCAD and Design Data Manager?

Answer: Many of our instructions and tips work in multiple versions, but we clearly indicate if an article applies to a specific version. We strive to make the content useful for older versions as well, and also provide recommendations on how to adapt workflows to the version you are using.

If I can't find the answer here, can I contact Solidmakarnas support ?

Answer: Absolutely! If you can't find the solution in the blog, you can contact our technical support via solidmakarna.support. Our experts will help you with everything from installation and configuration to advanced features in IRONCAD and DDM, so you can solve problems quickly and efficiently.

Can I suggest topics for future blog posts?

Answer: Yes! We appreciate suggestions from our users. If you have questions, tips or want us to address a specific issue in IRONCAD or DDM , please contact us via our contact form and we will prioritize relevant topics in future posts.

What types of tips and guides are available on the blog?

Answer: The blog contains, among other things:

Practical step-by-step guides to help you use IRONCAD and DDM more effectively.
Productivity and workflow tips for faster design and construction.
Solutions to common problems encountered by users in CAD programs.
Updates and news on new features, versions and improvements.
Best practices for data management and project organization in DDM.

How can I use the tips in min everyday CAD use?

Answer: All tips and guides are directly applicable in daily work. For example, you can use shortcuts and smart features in IRONCAD to speed up modeling, structure files better in Design Data Manager, or follow our step-by-step solutions for specific problems that often come up in design projects.

Is the content of the blog updated with the latest versions of the programs?

Answer: We strive to ensure that all guides and tips are relevant to the latest versions of IRONCAD and DDM. We also clearly mark when a post applies to an older version, so you always know if the instruction is directly applicable to your system.

Can I use the blog as a training resource for my team?

Answer: Yes! Many of our users share the articles with colleagues and use them as internal training materials. The blog is a great complement to formal training and helps teams learn features faster, avoid mistakes, and standardize workflows in IRONCAD and DDM.

Download IronCAD DCS