Tips to open SLDASM file
Can't open the SLDASM file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open SLDASM files as well as a list of programs that support SLDASM files.
SLDASM file extension
| File Name |
SolidWorks Assembly Format |
| File Developer |
Dassault Systemes |
| File Category |
CAD Files |
The SLDASM file is supported on 2 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the SLDASM files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the SLDASM file on each system platform.
What is SLDASM file?
The file in the SLDASM format belongs to the CAD Files category. It was designed by Dassault Systemes. CAD Files consists of 158 similar files. SolidWorks Assembly Format appears on 2 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Mac OS, Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is SolidWorks. This was created by SolidWorks Corporation. This file type can also be opened by 2 other programs. You can use Adobe Acrobat in case SolidWorks cannot be used.
How to open SLDASM file?
An often recurring problem with SolidWorks Assembly Format is that SLDASM is not associated with the correct program file. This causes the file SLDASM to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the SLDASM file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.
Step 1. Install SolidWorks
The first step is to check if the computer has the SolidWorks program installed. To do this, enter the name SolidWorks into the system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below is a list of programs that support the file SLDASM.
Programs to open SLDASM file
Remember to download programs supporting SLDASM files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of SolidWorks with SLDASM files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the SLDASM file to open in the SolidWorks application, but you can set it manually. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. The "always use the selected program ..." field will set the SolidWorks application as the default for handling the SLDASM file.
Step 3. Update SolidWorks to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the SolidWorks program, it is possible that SolidWorks Assembly Format requires a newer version of the program. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the SolidWorks Corporation page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the SLDASM file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:
Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. Usually this applies to SLDASM files downloaded from the Internet in case the download did not finish properly. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. If this is not possible, you can use the online scanner. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the SLDASM file that we want to open. However, remember that not every infected SLDASM file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the SLDASM file. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for the failure. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair SLDASM file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Dassault Systemes, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted SLDASM files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. It is best to move SLDASM to a different directory.
This can happen on a file that does not support multiple access. In this case, the SLDASM file is blocked by the first application to open it. Closing other programs should help. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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