Audience
Engineers, designers and professionals searching for a CAD software solution to view, rotate and print CAD files
About SolidView
SolidView is a basic version of the software offered at $99. The product allows the user to view, rotate and print STL and SolidWorks files, and will measure SVD files (the SVD format can be created from any file opened by a user with SolidView/Pro). This allows a workgroup to easily publish files with one copy of SolidView/Pro and multiple copies of either SolidView or SolidView/Lite. The SolidView user can also edit and save SVD files. SolidView/Pro is the centerpiece product. The greatest benefit of SolidView/Pro is the ability to open native CAD files without having to own expensive CAD software. Simply purchase the specific interface(s) you need for popular CAD programs. In addition, SolidView/Pro can translate, scale, rotate, mirror, copy and combine 3D data, as well as perform complex measurements. It can publish SVD files to be opened with SolidView and SolidView/Lite. It also includes a mold analysis feature. Network licenses are available.
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Pricing
Starting Price:
$99
Free Trial:
Free Trial available.
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SolidView
Founded: 1991
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Platforms Supported
Cloud
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Documentation
Webinars
Support
Phone Support
Online
SolidView Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What kinds of users and organization types does SolidView work with?
SolidView works with these users and organization types: Mid Size Business, Small Business, Enterprise, Freelance, Nonprofit, Government, and Startup.
Q: What languages does SolidView support in their product?
SolidView supports these languages: English.
Q: What kind of support options does SolidView offer?
SolidView offers support via phone support and online.
Q: What other applications or services does SolidView integrate with?
SolidView integrates with: AutoCAD, CATIA, Inventor, RxView, and SOLIDWORKS.
Q: What type of training does SolidView provide?
SolidView provides training in the form of documentation and webinars.
Q: Does SolidView offer a free trial?
Yes, SolidView offers a free trial.
Q: How much does SolidView cost?
Pricing for SolidView starts at $99.
