SLDDRW File Extension

SolidWorks Drawing Format

File Type slddrw
Developer Dassault Systemes
Popularity
4.5 (36 votes)
Application SolidWorks
Category CAD, CAM and CAE Files
Format Binary

What is a SLDDRW file?

The SLDDRW extension is related to SolidWorks Drawing Format and is classified in the CAD, CAM and CAE Files category, which contains 148 files.

Dassault, the developer of the SolidWorks Drawing Format (SLDDRW), has released file format and 6 programs designed to handle them.

SLDDRW file support extends to various operating systems, including Windows and Mac OS. There are 4 programs available to open a SLDDRW file, including popular tools like SolidWorks, AutoCAD and eDrawings Viewer.

Windows

Mac OS

eDrawings Viewer

How to open a SLDDRW file?

If you are having trouble opening a SLDDRW file, it usually means the right software is not installed. Choose a program from the list that matches your operating system. Next, visit the official website of the developer, download the software, and install it on your device.

Thanks to their popularity, SolidWorks, AutoCAD and eDrawings Viewer are often the go-to programs for managing SLDDRW files. If you want the most recent release of SolidWorks, head over to the SolidWorks site and download the version designed to run on all platforms.

After completing the installation, SLDDRW files should be recognized by the system and linked to SolidWorks.

Set SolidWorks as your default SLDDRW viewer

Set default app to open files on Mac

Right-click or Control + left-click on the desired SLDDRW file to open a menu of available actions;
Choose "Open in Application" and click "Other";
In the lower section of the window, you’ll find the "Enable" menu, with "Recommended Programs" pre-selected as the default option;
Select "All Programs" in this menu, and then search for SolidWorks. Check the box next to "Always open in app" to make sure it’s the default option.

Change a default app in Windows

To get started, right-click your SLDDRW file, then choose "Open With" and select "Choose Another Application" from the context menu;
From the list of applications in the pop-up window, find and select SolidWorks as your desired application;
Check the "Always use this app" checkbox, and then click "OK" to set your chosen app as the default for opening SLDDRW files.

Solving Common SLDDRW File Challenges

While SLDDRW files can sometimes present difficulties, most problems can be resolved quickly with minor software modifications. Check the tips below to help solve them.

What Causes SolidWorks to Crash Frequently?

Insufficient software updates are a likely cause of SolidWorks crashes. Be sure to install the latest updates for SolidWorks products.

A simple restart of your computer can often fix many common problems, which is why it is the recommended first step before making any adjustments to your software settings.

How can I restore a damaged SLDDRW file?

Start a data recovery program and open the damaged SLDDRW file. Then, choose the "Repair" option from the menu. Allow the recovery process to complete, which will automatically repair the damaged cad, cam and cae files.

How can I determine if my SLDDRW file is damaged?

Characteristics of corrupted SLDDRW cad, cam and cae files can include:

SolidWorks or other programs stop responding or crash when trying to handle the file;
Error notifications appear during file manipulation;
When opening the file, errors occur or the inability to access its contents;
Unexplained SLDDRW file size inflation;
Editing the archive in SolidWorks is hampered by poor overall performance;

How to edit a SLDDRW file?

To modify SLDDRW files, you need to install special software that makes it possible to open and edit cad, cam and cae files. Online SLDDRW editors are more restricted compared to software designed for SolidWorks Drawing Format.

Best SLDDRW Editor Software in 2026

Taking the above factors into account, we have selected a list of SLDDRW editors currently available.

SLDDRW Editor Software	Developer	Platforms	Overall Rating
SolidWorks	SolidWorks	Windows	4.1 out of 5 (40 reviews)

Convert files to and from SLDDRW

If working with a SLDDRW file is challenging, one solution is to convert it to formats like DXF, DWG, IGS, STEP, IGES or other supported formats.

After converting a SLDDRW file, some capabilities may be limited, but you can often convert it back to the original format.