Running your own macro with a button

Many people run macros every time they select Run and pointing to the *.swp file. Apparently ok, but it can be done better.

new macro button

To do this, go to the Customize tab > Commands must be selected New macro button and drag it to the selected tab.

new macro button

Then the attached file macros *.swp or *.swb and select picture – thumbnail.

new macro button

SOLIDWORKS software provides bitmap images for use as customized buttons. They are in the catalogue: install_dir/data/user macro icons.

You can also create your own bitmap images, meeting the following requirements:

  • Dimensions = 16 x 16 pixels
  • Color = 256 colors
  • Background color = white

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