What’s New in SOLIDWORKS xDesign for Students R2025x FD02

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Our guest authors this week is  Daniel McGinn SOLIDWORKS xDesign product manager and Brian Hillner, SOLIDWORKS EDU product manager.

Heads up, students. There’s a new update for the SOLIDWORKS Cloud student edition featuring enhancements just for you. For starters, it is now available as SOLIDWORKS xDesign for Students.

In addition to all the great enhancements we added to xDesign in R2025x FD02, we’ve released a few enhancements specifically for students, which are only available in SOLIDWORKS xDesign for Students!

Redesigned Landing Page

You’re going to love this new layout. Whether you want to dive right in and start creating models, watch helpful how-to videos, or access your latest projects, these features are right at your fingertips.

Explore Community Content on the “For You” Page

Stay informed about the latest trends in design by checking out the new For You tab that features relevant articles, community posts, and videos shared by other users.

Quick Access to Learning Resources

There is also a new Learning Center that replaces the Welcome App where you can access even more learning resources such as videos, tips for getting started, and learning modules.

Command Names Shown in the Action Bar

To make your life even easier, command names are displayed right on the Action Bar so you can quickly identify and access a tool.

 

For those not familiar with xDesign for Students, it is a fully browser-based solution that leverages cloud computing to provide ultimate flexibility. You can access your data and design from any device with a web browser.

It includes the following design tools:

  •       Parametric tools for part and assembly design
  •       Subdivision (Sub-D) modeling tools for modeling freeform shapes
  •       Sheet metal design tools for creating folded components
  •       Frame design tools for creating structures and weldments
  •        Mold design tools for creating the mold core and cavity
  •       2-in-1 solution for 2D drawings and Model-Based Definition (MBD)

 

Ready to check it out? Visit SOLIDWORKS for Students | SOLIDWORKS to learn more about SOLIDWORKS xDesign for Students.

Thank you to my colleagues Brian Hillner and Daniel McGinn for sharing with the SOLIDWORKS Student Community.

 

Design well.  Marie

Marie Planchard

Marie Planchard

Senior Director, Early Engagement, 3DEXPERIENCE Works at Dassault Systemes
Marie Planchard is an education and engineering advocate. As Senior Director of Education & Early Engagement, SOLIDWORKS, she is responsible for global development of content and social outreach across all levels of learning including educational institutions, Fab Labs, and entrepreneurship.
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