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DS Mechanical add-ins

The following add-ins are currently available for DS Mechanical:

• ANSYS Launcher - Pass designs back and forth between DS Mechanical and ANSYS. See ANSYS add-in.

• Conversion - Batch convert files to the DS Mechanical format.

• TraceParts - Insert a component from an expansive library of standard parts.

You must install and activate each add-in before you can use it. You will receive a warning message if you try to activate an add-in and a license is not available. If you want to use an add-in, but it is not available, contact DS Mechanical Customer Support.

To activate an add-in

1. Select DS Mechanical Options from the File menu then click Add-Ins.

2. Check the box next to the add-in to activate it.

3. Click OK.

4. Exit DS Mechanical and restart it.

To insert a Trace Part

1. Select Insert from Trace Parts from the Insert tool on the Design2D or 3D model that contains at least one top-level component. tab.

2. Select the part you want to insert.

3. Click OK.

   The selected part appears as a new component in your design.