SOLIDWORKS 2026 is a parametric modelling environment for mechanical design: sketch-driven parts, top-down assemblies, associative drawings with bills of materials, sheet metal and weldments in one project structure.
The package includes the design, simulation, CAM and Visualize add-ins, so stress checks and photo-realistic renders are available without switching tools.
What's inside
- Parametric part and assembly modelling
- Large assembly handling with lightweight modes
- Drawing views and bill of materials
- Stress, thermal and frequency simulation
- Sheet metal, weldments and mould tools
- Photo-realistic rendering with Visualize
How to install
- Unpack the archive with 7-Zip or WinRAR
- Run the installer as Administrator and pick the add-ins
- Wait for the toolbox and library files to copy
- Launch SOLIDWORKS — the licence is applied automatically
System requirements
Windows 10/11 x64, 16 GB RAM, professional GPU recommended, 20 GB free disk space