--- title: 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS 2023 WHAT’S NEW description: Every year, Xpert John Nolin scours the patch notes and picks out the best and most anticipated changes in the new SOLIDWORKS version, so you don't have to! 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Auto [repair of mate references](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_assemblies_repair_mate_ref.htm?id=9c7f1bac37e54efbb47c49030f19d37f#Pg0) [Improved assembly cut feature](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_assemblies_cut_features.htm?id=fea6ccc4a3494ae799178ee97b15ef75#Pg0) Highlighting for overwritten BOM cells Specify the default BOM part number (as either Document or Configuration name) Improved STEP export [Preview of Replace Component](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_assemblies_replace_comp.htm?id=6bfd3d2870ed4263a76ef0f9fe9c10c3#Pg0) with instance(s) to replace controls [Color option for Explode Lines](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_assemblies_explode_color.htm?id=184120f2d52045688bf82bd664d0f472#Pg0) Specify affected configuration(s) for skipped instances in patterns. Ability to suppress magnet mates & related connection points [Override computed mass or cg values with Design Table entries](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_assemblies_design_table.htm?id=bc52c603ad224757b21e6cbe40955140#Pg0) Assembly feature propagation blocked from affecting Toolbox parts [Assembly patterns with skipped instances](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_assemblies_instance_skip.htm?id=c709f2bb726542a3a3b4ab4e33716db3#Pg0) are easier to configure. Replace component improvement, better options for instances, and more.   **COMPOSER** [View Collections](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_composer_create_view_collection.htm?id=d9e373223c6f4c4280bd47515d4ceeba#Pg0) capability Updated import file format support Support of [Pro/E, CREO & STEP meta properties](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_composer_support_meta_properties.htm?id=f8a5746d67694577a940a3fe5d034a79#Pg0)   **DRAWINGS** [Component Name display](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_drawings_component_name_display.htm?id=6df6fef568b44f5fb5b0d43305e87157#Pg0) choices made in part or assembly feature tree are reflected in the Drawing view pallet. [Detached Drawings](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_drawings_detached_drawings.htm?id=de3c0d57669841b8bdf52f39bdf07aba#Pg0) are fully discontinued and replaced with Detailing Mode Detail drawings of assembly components can be opened directly from the assembly drawing without opening respective geometry files. RMB graphics area, BOM cell, or drawing view tree. *Not* fully supported for Detailing Mode. [BOM table overrides](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_drawings_overrides_boms.htm?id=f472a6f962a842a7bbc7dd6e62856478#Pg0) can now have a specific highlight color. (default Sys Opt is black) RMB selection is provided to restore to original values per cell, row, column, or the entire table. Highlight color only shows when the table is selected. (not for print and so on) Quantity indicators now allowed for Auto Balloons as well as manual balloons. [BOM tables](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_drawings_filters_bom.htm?id=6bcec52617be4a5680ee1232ef7d4a05#Pg0) can now be filtered like a spreadsheet, and the auto balloons update to match. Do not combine filtering with the hiding of columns or rows. [Transparent component support for HLR / HLV](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_drawings_display_transparent_models.htm?id=ec6ea9708ac04b03aee87a5e51957e39#Pg0) views improved to match with ISO standard 128-2020. Check box option in view PM or in Document Properties. Hole Tables now support punches and slots in addition to holes (a top 10 ER). [GeoTol symbols](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_drawings_limiting_gtol_standards.htm?id=3b3a91ca1a744f7d9f4acad325febc2a#Pg0) can be limited to the current drawing standard. Vector translation modifier now supported in GeoTol frames. Dynamic Profile Tolerance supported per [ASME Y14.5-2018](https://geotol.com/core-programs/2018-standards/)   **EDRAWINGS** [Assembly display](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_edrawings_assembly_graphics.htm?id=5e2deaf447af4dd299ccacb802e8f762#Pg0) and publish improvement Model [Configuration support for eDrawings mobile apps](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_edrawings_configuration_support.htm?id=192f767436984995bde0263d5c5ff986#Pg0) Publish support for Display States in eDrawings [Display Style improvements](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_edrawings_display_styles.htm?id=0e267dd2962e4763ae70d4c5a025fa78#Pg0) File type version enhancement [Multi-language support for eDrawings to web HTML](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_edrawings_using_localized_web_html.htm?id=bb15da9b4410461c8133441f0b478572#Pg0) Inch [fractional measurement units](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_edrawings_fractional_measurements.htm?id=a394023d35cb4fe0bad07c2a60a74f2b#Pg0)   **ELECTRICAL** Support for hybrid drawings – [schematics & tables combined on 1 sheet](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_electrical_embedding_report_tables.htm?id=5fc9cd0092644441b9fa8e057bd52e63#Pg0) Component [dynamic connection label](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_electrical_dynamic_connection_labels.htm?id=52acbcd98f0446e7bb4fde27e0793b3c#Pg0) annotations supported in schematics [Ability to set 3D part mass props](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_electrical_PropagateProperties3D.htm?id=887903f33ae741e3a88deb416c5691a2#Pg0) from Electrical Schematic properties (per spec sheet) [Improved condition icons](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_electrical_electrical_manager_tree.htm?id=e1a5039f96ba465fb0823a8235ab3637#Pg0) for 3D electrical components (inserted, connected, and so on) [Open ended wire](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_electrical_DefiningOpenEndedWires.htm?id=c5e3fa2dfaa041e4a04c2a248da8667b#Pg0) support in schematic. (for pigtails or wire on install connections) Schematic sheets support [more image types](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_electrical_ImagesFormatFiles.htm?id=fdb633fa7c144a7690e1dff358c8cae8#Pg0). (tiff, png, jpg) Deleting Component can force deletion of related symbols [Reset for Dismissed Messages](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_electrical_Reset_dismissed_messages.htm?id=341ee030274e4782870bfc52f7fcb763#Pg0) [Excel Automation Improvement](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_electrical_excel_autumation.htm?id=cdf1d6c6b8774689b7d62d583510bb24#Pg0) [Origin -> Destination](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_electrical_origin_destination_symbol.htm?id=15a0e482e8fe4254b5f93233169d33cd#Pg0) specification   **FLOW** Mesh Boolean Operation – allows meshes to create even when base geometry is imperfect Turbidity Factor – for solar radiation effects, accounts for polluted or storm-filled atmosphere Reduces heat effects in some cities versus open desert Plot Cropping – (cut, mesh, surface) restrict the display to a particular material or fluid domain Tangential & Radial Velocity effects for Fan Curves – property allows a more thorough definition of fan performance Heat conductance on porous media as dependent on specific mass flow – increases accuracy for compressible fluid and gas flows. Project Tree Sorting – alphabetically or chronologically Transient Explorer export options – export results by time range, or for the active time moment Transient Explorer custom parameters – for better visualization New Study Goals – Total Energy Balance Volumetric Heat Generation Rate Radial & Axial Velocities Flux Plots with total energy balance display Performance – Mesher and Solver operations are now faster due to improved memory use management   **IMPORT/EXPORT** [Large assembly export supports individual STEP file generation](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_import_export_assembly_step.htm?id=4dca041efcda481ca1e9f214d4725333#Pg0) [Textured \*.obj file](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_import_export_obj_mesh_import.htm?id=a850dae9e0cd477a849f9415083aec20#Pg0) import is improved   **INSPECTION** AddIn – [Balloon Sequence configurability](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_inspection_balloon_sequence.htm?id=3c7e00faf8b84d8f837230cce6637524#Pg0) With multi-sheet options Addin – [Balloon Drawing Sheets Separately](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_inspection_balloon_drawing_sheets.htm?id=581b2b5767aa40baad2925f080ba595b#Pg0) Addin – [Export sheets as separate PDF files](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_inspection_export_sheets_2dpdf.htm?id=67cde3150da645f0a36eaa860fa7e277#Pg0) Addin – [Export reports as separate Excel files](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_inspection_export_fai_reports.htm?id=26d3f5c34d8e4100b4cff89deede6d22#Pg0) Addin – [Inspection Manager](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_inspection_sw_inspection_manager.htm?id=2d03afd2f3cd461ab9312942e53384df#Pg0) with Characteristic tree view Standalone – [Autoballoons](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_inspection_autoballoons_pdf_files.htm?id=86500d5ddea74534b4772f48f332f5c2#Pg0) for PDF drawings Standalone – [Manual Extract replacement](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_inspection_manually_ballooning_pdfs.htm?id=b64f4a8e1c334331b44a361e54f8216b#Pg0) for OCR (better results) Machine Learning support for 2D PDF Sheet selection mode for multi-sheet drawings Export Reports to individual Excel files Balloon Sequencing   **INSTALLATION & SNL** [Flow Simulation HVAC and Electronics Cooling modules](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_admin_load_flow_simulation_modules.htm?id=3a91b294cde640cbbf11dd707e397597#Pg0) can now be independent AddIns and the SNL licenses loaded or unloaded as needed rather than always being reserved with each use of Flow Simulation. [Term licenses now show pending expiration](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_install_term_licensing.htm?id=fff925f7c76b4efcb6c4372416ec1323#Pg0) in the SNL manager and can be renewed or reactivated by individual serial numbers. All products will now have a term license option.   **MANAGE** [Automatic update of mapped linked records](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_manage_update_mapped_linked_record.htm?id=74e43475e6d74abdb9aed24b711cd04e#Pg0) [New From option](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_manage_using_new_from.htm?id=9a0b38237e084773bd3f9a94e0887113#Pg0) for data fields [BOM field comparison](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_manage_linked_record_BOM_compare.htm?id=35f33037a19f4228b8e4860e10f24bdd#Pg0) (linked vs primary) [Variable Driven BOM Qty support](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_manage_variable_driven_BOM.htm?id=6a9c65a8ad30460a80cb3a27baab29ee#Pg0) [Cancelled Tasks](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_manage_cancelled_task_line.htm?id=a58c8cc5988647b5b9b0b54511df984c#Pg0) reflect properly in capacity planning [Task Board Display](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_manage_task_board_time_display.htm?id=f998f786c52f4a3da37ce577cb14ce92#Pg0)   **MBD** [View control for all dimension types](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_drawings_annotations_dims_3d_pdfs.htm?id=4505aca6dc39487eb00268ef8a4b0bf1#Pg0), not just DimXpert annotations Hole Tables support multiple views [Dimension Extension Line](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_mbd_dimension_extension_lines.htm?id=5f7c0c118e0f49bea198233368a23fc1#Pg0) Datum Feature editing Wedge as geometric & annotation feature Support for ISO Tolerance modifiers   **PART MODELING** Support of Move/Copy Body translation or rotation values in Equations and Design Tables Defeature now supports creating derived configurations for parts as well as assemblies. [Dimension support](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_parts_dim_support_move_copy.htm?id=428c0ec71fa944229d23c1a8d937bb92#Pg0) in Move/Copy Body [Allowance of Library Feature Errors](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_parts_library_features_errors.htm?id=42cd0ac047714169a1f52ec31717e39a#Pg0) – click \[Yes\] to accept the feature errors, and then correct them after the insertion in the current part. [Coordinate Systems](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_parts_coordinate_systems.htm?id=d4aeda0930dd486fa5ac7726d80a7f2b#Pg0) are now valid for selection in more commands – such as, 3D sketch operations, 2D sketch dimensions, mirror, and during select other [Single stroke font support in Wrap](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_parts_single_line_fonts_wrap.htm?id=23d42602621a42cc91f33bf931f9d813#Pg0) Feature sketches (Scribe wrap type) OLFSimpleSans – is installed by SOLIDWORKS Hybrid Mesh-BREP modeling improvements Extended feature support [Section View creation through Axis](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_parts_section_view_through_axis.htm?id=fe1c58ae757048febfaebc4f03e1fc82#Pg0) Euler method rotation is now allowed for Move/Copy Body, and it can be set per configuration. Move/Copy Body translations can also be set per part configuration now. Global variables or equations can now be used to drive the Move/Copy Body values.   **PDM** HTML [customization for Notification](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/r_customize_notification_dialog_box.htm?id=c67f9f9a0b6042e2b1ecab6fe52243f1#Pg0) templates [File Version Upgrade Tool](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_pdm_fvut_performance.htm?id=5d50e3b07b48430f9a07fbf883e5a73b#Pg0) – supports overwriting latest version Streamlined UI for check-in/out New options to [manage Deleted Users](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_pdm_admin_deleted_users.htm?id=9a3c9ca3d2e448f9ae4d8af4fde1411b#Pg0) Transition Actions configurable by user account and properties thereof Tooltips can be added to Data Card fields Improved [Data Card controls](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_pdm_config_find_user_data_card.htm?id=92026d654f2b4f11a3b15d115e8e825f#Pg0) Copy & Paste display text to variable fields Buttons can have user-lookup data (names, AD fields, and so on) Better image file support. (jpg, png) [Logging of File Retrieval Operations](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_pdm_log_file_retrieval.htm?id=dc5367e41f094902ad963fbfac5a0c1e#Pg0) (\[x\]Get log property at PDM Pro server) [Display source Groups for Inherited User Permissions](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_pdm_display_groups_for_permissions.htm?id=1574db2044f342b8af3da5200e66f23e#Pg0) All data transfers encrypted to/from the server STEP export task enhanced for 242, or shattered assembly components. eDrawing files in the vault support thumbnail previews in the explorer panel. [Autologin option for vault Admin](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_pdm_automatic_login_admin.htm?id=362d45078b9e49b7870c02ab68467dfb#Pg0). (setting in the admin tool at a local machine) [Archive Server & Database Server](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_pdm_performance_improvements.htm?id=767ec5d66eb04deab4693ac4b434dbdc#Pg0) improved in higher latency environments (Azure, AWS) Private State folder visibility option for non-Admin users.   [**PERFORMANCE**](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_performance.htm?id=9096670d381749e98a0228f7305dce22#Pg0) Level of Detail system option to improve graphics changes (zoom, pan, rotate) for most view types. Faster save operations for large assemblies with some amount of unchanged components. PDM is faster and more efficient in high-latency networks. PDM file version upgrade tool operates faster.   **PLASTICS** [Material Database & Material Grade additions](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_plastics_material_grades.htm?id=675c97dd5bba479a9bb884d65d612718#Pg0) [Material Database UI improvement](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_plastics_user_interface.htm?id=c85aa7104e5d453d878a02b1f0b48c32#Pg0) [Report enhancements](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_plastics_summary_report.htm?id=ca0d80199acf48248bcc5d942185ea2a#Pg0)   **ROUTING** [Improved electrical flattening](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_routing_flatten_route_improvements.htm?id=879fd9f1025643a98c6e210582789aa6#Pg0) and manufacturing drawings With better connector tables. [Multi-wire circuit splice support.](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_routing_ComplexSplices.htm?id=0a78b1d225e948c98654f8263b2696e8#Pg0) Design Library auto-style clips added. [Routing Library Manager](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_routing_RLMEnhancements.htm?id=3885df9e79c44f1f834f6396afa9c1b7#Pg0) performance and usability improvements. Harness diameter & length are show in an electrical route property manager. Accommodates [and displays](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_routing_cross_section_harness.htm?id=dff85703703b4eafb54c80c63ca134eb#Pg0) unused cores. Auto Route improvement for discrete wires   **SHEET METAL** [Deviation sensor](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_sheetmetal_sensors.htm?id=146276fb132b4d4c9282bd6fb3a0133f#Pg0) You can create a sensor to alert that the sheet metal exceeds a bounding box size. (max length, width, area, blank area) [Symmetrical Thickness](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_sheetmetal_symmetrical_thickness.htm?id=730d8af0e35b42f5b5b74389ca8fbd36#Pg0) Specifies material to be applied symmetrically from the base flange sketch. [Gauge Values in Cut List](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_sheetmetal_gauge_values.htm?id=4613922bb7a840398658ce9966463283#Pg0) properties (and drawing notes)   **SIMULATION** [Improved surface to surface bonding](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_simulation_bonding.htm?id=527e65f628cd44daa7741d051bc2f1bd#Pg0) interactions (allowed for non-contacting faces) For ignoring set screws, pins, etc. [Diagnostic Tools](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_simulation_diagnostics.htm?id=1fb082e54465423490e5869586c8de8c#Pg0) [Linkage Rod Connector](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_simulation_linkage_rod.htm?id=f2e5267348c441a781633df730780dcf#Pg0) [Penalty Stiffness Control](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_simulation_penalty_factor.htm?id=ef9c865d8b624aec996ff8d46e86e358#Pg0) for Contact (up to 50% solve) [Solver improvements](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_simulation_solvers.htm?id=05e5dc82d3274fec8f522a605c2f137d#Pg0) [Underconstrained Body](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_simulation_underconstrained.htm?id=8d8c47ef434349b9bc09637352b8e0e2#Pg0) management (Simulation Professional & Premium)   **SKETCHING** [Elipses](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_sketching_ellipses.htm?id=88e8a638f67547d7be8e48db30431d38#Pg0) now have options to create construction lines across the axes.   **SOLIDWORKS CAM** [Barrel Tool Support](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_cam_barrel_tool_support.htm?id=986ebca4410e4563a51ac64094f59647#Pg0) [Improved Leadin & Leadout Calcuation](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_cam_leadin_leadout_moves.htm?id=d3d7676e419e424ba6c34d1569e3169c#Pg0) for contour milling [Lines Only Option for VoluMill](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_cam_lines_only_option.htm?id=350dfc9b6e13424285d36eb9e59f0392#Pg0) Toolpath Tolerance Based Machining improvements   **STABILITY** 90% reduction in customer reported crash SPRs.**STRUCTURE SYSTEMS** [Corner Trims](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_weldments_similar_corner_grouping.htm?id=c974a7f0d3d4494cba01cf0ba6d02c25#Pg0) of similar corners by Group, with [Connection Plates](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_weldments_insrt_cnctn_elmnt_sim_cornr.htm?id=1b0d06c033e247e491c6080a0da4784b#Pg0) by Group [Configuration specific weldment member sizes](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_weldments_profile_size_zoom_corner.htm?id=f1a3e1a6011a48fa90167ed8ff28dc93#Pg0) [Alignment of Custom Properties Attributes](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_weldments_alignment_custom_properties.htm?id=652a4fb1f6074731a8422f58e27cde7b#Pg0) (for matching with 3DEXPERIENCE attribute types)   **USER INTERFACE** [Comments in SOLIDWORKS](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_ui_comments_enhancements.htm?id=df9ab8a534ae44b2ac81788367611077#Pg0) files now have additional color and formatting options. Comments can be set to Show At Start when files are opened. [Improved Restore Default](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_ui_restoring_default_settings.htm?id=0221382283fe4737a2654779a20fb6aa#Pg0) Settings options and behavior. Improved behavior of Copy Options Wizard.   **VISUALIZE** [Color Picker](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_visualize_color_picker.htm?id=ec12ecefa31d4bdbbd5e63be00bcfc73#Pg0) tool improvements [DSPBR Materials](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_visualize_dspbr_mater_support.htm?id=834b2758db4242e297622e13799bd666#Pg0) Support [Import Options](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_visualize_import_options.htm?id=f52761cb1e444106bd47b0d9c8dc6b99#Pg0) (grouping) are easier for SOLIDWORKS files [Stellar](https://help.solidworks.com/2023/english/WhatsNew/c_wn2023_visualize_stellar_physically_correct.htm?id=bcadcc47847b445689ef02351cb4611f#Pg0) Physically Correct illumination render PhotoView 360 to be retired at 2023 sp5.Any questions? Need help? 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