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A tip to recover files (SLDPRT + SLDASM) that were created in SW2013 on SW2012 (with their functions and constraints of course!)?
Thanks in advance!
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A priori it is impossible.
I will follow the answers very closely because I am very interested in it.
Kind regards
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a priori you can open SW2013 files with SW2012 SP5 directly without conversion... I haven't tested it, I'm still in SW2011...
http://help.solidworks.com/2013/French/WhatsNew/c_previous_release_interoperability.htm
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I agree with @fred,
The conversion of a SW file from one version to an older version is impossible, which sometimes caused problems from one computer to another at the Design Office in which I work (sharing impossible from SW2012 to SW2011); the common library was no longer always so in the end.
To my knowledge, only Autodesk software can convert to an earlier version (like AutoCAD), maybe Missler (but I don't know).
If there was a way, however, I'm also very interested! I'm going to subscribe to your question.
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Yes, I confirm that since SW2012 SP5 it is possible to replay SW2013 files but in read-only mode. This makes it possible, for example, in a 2012 to assemble an element built in 2013. You can take out a nomenclature, make a plan, .... but not modify the 2013 file in the 2012.
@Riky: To my knowledge, Missler doesn't do it either, nor does any parametric 3D software. On the other hand, 2D tools like DraftSight or AutoCad can!
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I confirm for Missler (or Top Solid) where even the transition from v6 to v7 is a nameless hassle because of the built-in epdm.
In short, it is impossible to open 2013 on 2012 (even a backup in 2012 under 2013 is impossible).
The only solution is to register in STEP and open in 2012 with function recognition.
Good luck
Indeed, there is no satisfactory solution to this problem.
I've already had the same problem. The only thing you need to do before starting a job is to know which version of SW your client is working in or wants to receive your work. Otherwise it's a hassle!!
You have to install the corresponding version on your machine and then work on the right version. The versions can be downloaded from the Axemble website.
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on the other hand, install two versions of SW at the same time, I doubt the stability
maybe SW specialists could tell us
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@dpusel you can put as many SolidWorks versions as you want on your computer, there is an automatic management of the registry so as not to have conflicts between versions.
I follow 3 versions (2012, 2013, beta 2014) without having any conflict.
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@Coyote
In addition to the advantage for the removal, you can remove one version without damaging the others