Creo+ and Creo Parametric

I want to create mapkey that would involve the operator picking a point on a drawing, but that point would be a different location from drawing to drawing. When recording this, does the mapkey look for an operator input after "clicking" on a point, or does it hard code the location that the point at which the click was made?

I'd like to minimize the number of lines in my Mapkey code... For example, today I have a line that selects "node12" (recorded cursor selection)                                    Select `main_dlg_cur` `PHTLeft.AssyTree` 1 `node12`;\ I know I can search the model tree but I wonder if there is a way I can just specify the Feature Name in the Tree... Like...                      Select `main_dlg_cur` `PHTLeft.AssyTree` 1 `FRONT`;\ I know that doesn't work but I wonder if there is a command that will let me do that.    Thanks

I like the way IFX works, but what is the right library to use? In the drop down menu I have:   mm mm-iso mm-HV mm-Fine inch inch-structural ANSI-ENGLISH ANSI-METRIC ISO JIS Holo-Krome   If I want to insert a hex socket head cap screw (ISO-4762) I can use both "mm-iso" or "ISO", the former looks "newer" but only lists down to M4 screws, the latter seems older (parts created with this still have legacy features) but at least it allows me to use down to M1.6 screws.   Is there a difference in the way IFX operates with regards to different library used? Is one library "better" than the other? Or should I just stick to "ISO" that has all the sizes I need?

Hi PTC community,   my designs employ a lot of M2 / M2.5 / M3 screws. Until now I designed screws, washers and nuts by myself, but using the Intelligent Fastener Extension (IFX) seems to be way more convenient.   The IFX only allows to use DIN 912 (ISO 4762) M4+ screws and M3+ washers/nuts. I tried to add the according data to the dat file (Common Files\afx\parts\ifx_fastener_data\DIN912-10_9.dat), but this doesn't work. What is the proper way to extend the existing options?   Thanks in advance, Mike

Hello - I am using Creo 3.0 with Windchill 11.0.  I am looking to start using the included lite version of the Intelligent Fastener Extension.  I had a few questions:   1) How does Windchill handle the standard hardware library?  For example, if I create a screw using the library, what happens when I check it in to Windchill?  How does it work if another user creates the same screw and also tries to check it in?   2) Does anyone know why the DIN912 socket head cap screw option does not contain anything smaller than a M4 size?   3) I notice that the DIN912 option only creates one object in my workspace, but the ANSI-Metric will create a huge list of parts in my workspace even though I only used one screw in my assembly.  Why does the ANSI-Metric screws create family tables in the workspace, but DIN912 does not?   Thanks!

We have the full version and I have a fully custom library of fasteners. I am looking to 'add' the pem nuts to our catalog. To back up a bit, in our current offerings, I am using fields <BUW_NAME> & <BUW_SIZE>, I created a relation to combine these two fields under the parameter <DESCR>. This parameter is what we show on drawings/ BoM's.    So, I added/ created fields <BUW_NAME> & <BUW_SIZE> to a Pem Nut table and generated data under each column. What I am trying to do is get these table fields linked inside the models parameter table. The goal here is to insert a single instance (AC-M6-2) in to an assembly file, and the assy dwg (BoM's) would show: PART #      QTY.   DESCRIPTION AC-M6-2     1        PEM NUT, M6   The 'DESCRIPTION" column on the dwg table is linked to our model parameter <descr>. This is the relationship I am attempting to create by adding column

 As a designer, you will want to reorganize the structure of the Annotation Elements (AE) by easily moving an AE from its owner Annotation Feature (AF) to a different AF. In earlier releases of Creo Parametric, you must edit the Annotation Features to manage the owners of the various annotation elements in your design. Starting with Creo Parametric 6.0, using Move to another Feature, eliminates the need to edit Annotation Features...   Continue reading - https://wp.me/p8enkj-gQ

A not-quite-right user interface can be a real nuisance day after day. But, an interface that’s just right for Sally might be all wrong for Tomas. Achieving true “one-size-fits-all” status is probably impossible. That’s why the Creo Parametric model tree is customizable. After all, your software is kind of like that Journey song … you know … “Any way you want it, that’s the way you need it. Any way you want it.”   Here are some tips for getting the model tree just how you want it.   Pick Your Columns and Column Widths.   Do you need to see more parameters in the model tree? Or, do you need to minimize columns and expand the graphics area, so you have more room to work? No problem. Here’s how to do it.   At the top of the model tree, click Settings and select Tree Columns. Add/remove displayed columns. Customize the width of the model tree, as well as the width of the other columns, using the dialog window (shown below) or by dragging the column separators in the mo

Hello all,   I have Repeat Region Table, with rpt_qty columns of 6 different Models (Assemblies). There are few common & uncommon parts between all 6 models.The one which are repeated are displayed in the Repeat Region Table, but the rest are left blank.I want these blank cells filled with "-" (Dash) value.   I want to do this with using either Toolkit or Relations. Please suggest a solution.Thanks in advance. Regards,Pratik

Does anyone know how to remove GD&T Advisor from parts?  We used advisor for a little while and had nothing but issues with it and now we have parts out there that have GD&T applied with GD&T advisor and can not fix issues we are having.  Every time we try to open GD&T advisor on these parts we receive a fatal error and are unable to edit any GD&T this is a huge issue any help would be appreciated.

Should users still be adjusting their virtual memory or should they be using the windows system "automatically adjust" virtual memory settings? In the past, I always adjusted my virtual memory to 2X the RAM I had. I haven't done this with my latest computer and I have noticed occasionally the creo is "allocating" memory on my larger models.

Hi,     I've created a steel mast using a pattern of the inner tubes:   In the drawing I've dimensioned the first pattern like that:   &P343:3 * @D And it works perfectly:   But I also want dimensions to show up between the other Patterned tubes (1000mm, 1000mm, 1000mm, 1000mm). Maybe someone knows how I can create the other 4 dimensions ? It should automatically update, when the number of the pattern (5 times) changes.   Thanks a lot, Maik

hello,   I know this has been discussed in several different posts and elsewhere online but I haven't been able to find a working solution.  I have several drawings where the mass is not updating.  I am using &PRO_MP_MASS[.2] to indicate the parts mass.  I have the mass_property_calculate set to automatic.  I have tried recalculating the mass properties with file > prepare > model properties > mass properties > calculate > generate report, then regenerating the part and the drawing.  The mass properties report gives the correct mass.  But the mass will not update on the drawing.  I've tried updating my format, ect and nothing has worked.  Am I missing something?  Is there a better way to call mass properties to a drawing?    I have been able to get the mass to update on some parts/drawings but not others.     thanks 

Hello everyone!   In Java OTK, a feature can be accessed by its name (1), number (2), or ID (3): Accessing via a number is not a good option.What's the best way to access using a name or ID?If using ID, please tell me how is it better to implement it?Is there any other better method?Thanks in advance! Respectfully!

Hello,when generating a hole table with MARK_COS enabled. Creo 6 crashes. Don't you know what I'm doing? Thanks

Hi,   I have created a 10mm thick plate that has to be screwed onto four linear guide bearings.     In the IFX-Diaglog I selected the face of the drilling and the front and back-face of the plate. Then I selected the screw that I want to use. After that IFX asks me, if I want to create a single screw or if I want to insert the screw on all instances. I selected "insert on all instances", but the screws are only added to one of the four bearings(4 of 16 screws).     When I try to use the "reuse"-command its not possible to select the face of the drillings of the other bearings.   To create the other screws I created four new screws for every bearing. It works, but its not very nice to change the size of the screws, because I have make a change four times (for every single bearing).   Is it possible to add all the screws to all four bearings with one feature? Maybe someone knows a better solution ?  Thanks, Maik      

Hi:I installed Creo Elements/Pro School Edition in my computer, but comes with chiness language. Is any one can help me to switch to English?RegardsLimei

I would like to create a Mapkey that will select a specific Plane.  Is there a way to do it without using the mouse?  The Plane is not always in the same place in the Model Tree.     Thanks

   I think this is a neat enhancement in Creo. With Creo 6.0, the appearance of Model Tree can now be controlled. You can define the width of the model tree - add columns and keep the Model Tree column at the default width or the width you set... You can also reset, import/export settings, etc.   Continue reading here - https://wp.me/p8enkj-gA  

I've been reading and searching what I can am I'm just not getting it!  I have about 10 users of CREO.  No windchill.  But I want everyone to use the IFX fasteners.  I want everyone to pull from the server.  And I want to make the IFX fasteners be named our company standard fastener names and part numbers.  Can anyone give me a run down on how to get this ball rolling?

We use Freestyle in Creo alongside TSplines in Rhino5 and Fusion360. In general, Freestyle is better in many areas, but there are a couple where TSplines wins.   1. When you split a control mesh face to add more capability for local editing the behaviour in Creo and TSplines is very different. In Creo, it immediately changes the shape. In TSplines it retains the existing shape. This is a crucial difference. Imagine you are carefully sculpting your form, are happy with it but decide you need a bit more localised control. In Creo, adding this changes the shape, so requiring you to try to backtrack to remake the form. In Tsplines the new control gets added so you can continue to tweak safe in the knowledge that your work up to that point is unaffected. This is a serious issue for us and probably our number1 annoyance with Freestyle.   2. Symmetry..TSpline symmetry can be applied at any stage and allows many planes of symmetry. Freestyle symmetry, we find, has to be done very car

I created a dimension in a drawing, say it's symbol name is add92.  I need to create a relation using this dimension, say newadd92=add92*.01.  When I do this I receive an error message stating add92 is an invalid symbol.  What am I doing wrong?  

I'm looking for a good, short, to the point, Creo Elements Direct Demo video.   I'd like to show it to my manager...  Surely there is a good demo video out there... I just have not found it yet. Thanks  

So I'm brand new to Creo and am having a hard time with some basic functions.   It seems like every time I create a sketch, it displays in green when the sketch is selected but then is hidden when not selected.  Is that normal?   I'm following a youtube video on how to wrap a sketch onto a curved surface and after I wrap the sketch, the sketch is hidden.  That part i get, since its consumed by the wrap feature.  The problem is, now the wrap feature is only visible when selected.  So when I go to project the wrapped curves, the curves are not visible.   A solution would be great, but also if someone can point me to and explanation of how working with sketches in creo should be approached, that would help me understand what is going on.   Thanks,  Rob

We have enhanced the usage of setting the SURFACE, AXIS and ORIENT values to your 'Fastener Data File' *.dat.   In the past you have to enter all ID pairs for all listed fastener in your *.dat file.   Now you can do following: Add a name to SURFACE, AXIS and ORIENT instead of item ids. Add columns #SURACE, #AXIS and #ORIENT to control item ids of each fastener instance The advantages are: Use one name instead of different item ids. Easier to customize, more intuitive and clearer. More flexibility – different ids for each instance in your Fastener Data File Example 1: Before: SURFACE 29 12 128 296 AXIS 10 8 117 24 After: SURFACE PLACEMENT_SURFACE AXIS PLACEMENT_AXIS   Example 2: Before: SURFACE 29 12 128 296 75 ... AXIS 10 8 117 24 12 ... Aftern: SYMBOL DN    ... #SURFACE #AXIS ...       FASTENER1 10 29 12 FASTENER2 10 12 8 FASTENER3 10 128 117 ...         This new functiona