Rotating Components in SOLIDWORKS at the Assembly Level
There are multiple ways to rotate components inside an assembly. Here are three common methods:
1. Using the Rotate Context Toolbar
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If Show Rotate Context Toolbar is enabled, a toolbar will appear when using the Insert Components PropertyManager.
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The component will rotate following the direction of the reference triad.
2. Right-Click and Use the Rotate Option
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Hold the right mouse button and move the cursor to rotate the model.
3. Move with Triad
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Right-click on the component.
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Select Move with Triad.
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The Triad Manipulator appears with three rotation rings.
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Click and drag a ring to rotate around a specific axis.