Archives: FAQs
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Can I extend the trial evaluation period?
We get it. Business priorities can shift and the effort required to evaluate a new software tool is put on the back burner. This is why our standard trial period is a full 3 months. But if you need more time, contact us at support@cadinnovations.ca and we’ll be happy to offer an extension.
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How can I control the position of drawing notes on drawing templates?
On drawings, notes are inserted by default in the bottom left corner. If you wish, the position of the note table can be specified in the Drawing Templates tab under Settings in the Versa Note Admin application. The position can be controlled by anchor point or coordinates. For more information, consult the Versa Note user guide
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Does Versa Note work with SolidWorks MBD?
Yes! Versa Note allows Enterprise license users to insert notes in model annotation views of parts and assemblies for use with SolidWorks MBD. Versa Note also allows drawing notes to be transferred to model annotation views to support with the transition of legacy drawings to MBD.
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I have an idea to improve Dim IQ or Versa Note. How can I submit a feature request?
At CAD Innovations, we are dedicated to continually improving our tools, and we would love to hear your ideas. If you have a suggestion for a new feature, please send your idea to info@cadinnovations.ca. Not only will your request be logged and added to our queue of new features, but with your permission, we would
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Why is the Save button disabled in the Versa Note Admin
application?There are several reasons the save button may be disabled in the Versa Note application. When you launch the application, you should see a flyout message; hover over the ? icon for additional details. If you have just installed Versa Note, a trial license may not have activated yet. To create a trial license, open
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I deleted a note from my template by mistake. How can I get it
back?Drawing notes deleted from the Versa Note Admin application remain in the template in the event that they are later required. To retrieve notes from the template, select the Recycle Bin tab where any deleted notes will be shown. Select the checkbox next to the note you wish to retrieve and click the clock icon.
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Why do my Drawing Template changes not take effect
immediately?When setting up Drawing Templates in the Versa Note Admin application, you may wish to tweak a setting and see it reflected on a drawing immediately with the Versa Note Editor ‘Preview’ button in SolidWorks. In order to maintain drawing note positioning, changes that affect the table size or placement are not applied if a
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What is the difference between the various licenses? Which license
tier is right for me?An Individual license is ideal for solo designers looking to improve the efficiency and accuracy of SolidWorks drawing notes. It provides access to many of the great features of Versa Note, including customizable notes and categories, for a very low cost. The standard individual license includes 20 customizable notes and 5 categories, with additional notes
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How do Versa Note licenses work?
Each user of Versa Note requires a license and an internet connection. When the license is activated on a workstation, it is tied to that workstation. If you wish to transfer your license to a different machine, you can de-activate and re-activate the license. If you are unable to de-activate your license for any reason
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Can I modify template notes with an Individual License
Yes! You may add up to 20 template notes and 5 categories with an Individual license. There is no limit on custom notes added through the SolidWorks Note Editor interface. You may also purchase add-ons such as additional template notes and categories.