Learn how to orient empty geometry files (graphics bodies, scans, .obj, .stl, .3mf) to the base coordinate system within SolidWorks. These workarounds help solve the “…geometry is not valid for this type of save operation” error some subscribers were getting following our previous “Perfectly Aligned .stl’s” video.

In this tutorial, we will show you how to use the split command in SolidWorks to separate a single solid body into multiple bodies. This powerful tool allows you to divide a complex shape into smaller, more manageable parts, making it easier to work with and edit. By the end, you will have a good understanding of how to use the split command to effectively divide your models.