Problem

When working in assemblies, users may notice that many of their components are hidden. Depending on the assembly structure, locating all of the hidden components within each subassembly can be time-consuming and confusing.

There are other methods, such as using "Shift + Tab" to unhide components in the graphics area, but without going through the entire feature tree, we cannot ensure that all components are unhidden.

Solution 1: Show with Dependents

1. Right-click on the desired assembly or subassembly

2. Turn on "Show with Dependents"   

   

3. Once completed, the assembly or subassembly will show all of the components listed. 

   

Solution 2: Display Pane

If we need more granular control of the visibility and appearance of the assembly and/or subassemblies, we can enable the Display Pane. 

1. At the top of the FeatureManager Design Tree, there is a small carrot '>' that is shown in a red rectangle in the picture below. Clicking on this brings up the Display Pane.

2. The first Column of the display pane controls the visibility of components. Clicking on any of the rows in this column will hide the corresponding component.

For more information on the Display Pane and its functionality, review this help file.

For more information about controlling the display of assemblies, please review our YouTube video below.
SOLIDWORKS Assembly Tips: Hide/Show Components

For additional support, existing customers can submit a ticket or new customers can contact Hawk Ridge Systems.