Propagating Slots to Assembly Components

To use slot propagation for assemblies when creating tab and slot features:

  1. In an assembly, click Tab and Slot (Sheet metal toolbar).
  2. In the graphics area, select an edge for the tabs and a corresponding face for the slots.
  3. Specify options in the PropertyManager.

    If SOLIDWORKS detects multiple instances of the component in the assembly, you can specify options under Propagate Slots:

  4. Click .

To use slot propagation for assemblies with existing tab and slot features:

  1. In an assembly with a component that has a tab and slot, right-click the component and click Propagate Slots.
  2. In the PropertyManager, under Instances for slot propagation, specify an option.
  3. Click .