Learn SOLIDWORKS-ADDINS with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 27, 2025
Performance Notes
Optimize API calls to avoid slow feature updates
Cache repeated computations rather than recalculating
Minimize event handlers for high-frequency triggers
Unload add-ins when not needed to save resources
Profile large assembly operations for responsiveness
Security Notes
Validate input to avoid invalid geometry or file paths
Secure connections to databases or external services
Use proper code signing for enterprise add-ins
Backup add-in source and configuration
Follow SolidWorks best practices for automation safety
Monitoring Analytics
Track Add-in performance and event execution
Monitor batch processing and automation logs
Analyze API call efficiency
Validate consistency across multiple documents
Review UI usage patterns for optimization
Code Quality
Modularize functions and event handlers
Document API calls and custom features
Test Add-ins on sample projects before deployment
Follow SolidWorks API best practices
Implement error handling and logging