What's New in SOLIDWORKS 2026 - Top 10 Enhancements

SOLIDWORKS 2026 has officially arrived, unveiling several new features and enhancements for all types of SOLIDWORKS users. We're covering the Top 10 enhancements this year from basic user interface changes to automatic drawing generation, new simulation result types and photo rendering tools, and more! Plus, learn about SOLIDWORKS' updated enhancement cadence and the new tools and features you may have missed throughout 2025.

Be sure to visit the full-length Top 10 list over at SolidProfessor, and be on the lookout for more What's New in SOLIDWORKS 2026:
https://solidprof.org/spwhatsnew

Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction
1:19 - Render in SOLIDWORKS with Visualize
2:02 - Hide & Show Manager Pane Tabs
2:34 - Batch-Split Configurations into Individual Files
3:07 - Create Reference Points from XYZ Coordinates
3:33 - Prevent Assembly Rebuilds for Cosmetic Changes
4:19 - New Sheet Metal Base Flange Start Conditions
4:46 - Improved Structure System Corner Treatments
5:12 - Display Angular Deformation in Static Simulation
5:43 - Follow Predefined Sketch for Electrical Routing Guidelines
6:13 - Automatically Generate Drawings (BETA)
7:00 - Service Pack Enhancements (2025 & 2026)
8:06 - Wrap Up & Additional Resources

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