Convert EDRW to SLDDRW

Understanding edrw and slddrw file formats

EDRW is a file extension used for eDrawings, a lightweight, read-only format developed by Dassault Systèmes for sharing 2D and 3D CAD data. EDRW files are typically used for viewing and markup, not for editing or further design work.

SLDDRW is the native drawing file format for SolidWorks, a popular CAD software. SLDDRW files contain 2D drawing sheets, annotations, and references to 3D models, and are fully editable within SolidWorks.

Why convert edrw to slddrw?

Converting an EDRW file to SLDDRW is often necessary when you need to edit or reuse drawing data in SolidWorks. Since EDRW is a read-only format, direct editing is not possible, making conversion essential for further design modifications.

How to convert edrw to slddrw

Direct conversion from EDRW to SLDDRW is not natively supported, as EDRW files are intended for viewing only. However, you can try the following methods:

• Request the original SLDDRW file: If possible, ask the file creator for the original SLDDRW file, as this is the most reliable way to obtain an editable drawing.
• Use eDrawings Professional: Open the EDRW file in eDrawings Professional and use the File → Save As option. Note that saving as SLDDRW is not directly available, but you can export to formats like DWG or DXF, which can then be imported into SolidWorks and saved as SLDDRW.
• Import DWG/DXF into SolidWorks: After exporting to DWG or DXF, open SolidWorks and use File → Open to import the file. Then, save it as an SLDDRW file using File → Save As and select SLDDRW as the format.

Best software for edrw to slddrw conversion

The most effective tools for this conversion are:

• eDrawings Professional – for viewing and exporting EDRW files to DWG/DXF.
• SolidWorks – for importing DWG/DXF and saving as SLDDRW.

There are no reliable online converters for direct EDRW to SLDDRW conversion due to the proprietary nature of these formats.

Summary

While direct conversion from EDRW to SLDDRW is not possible, you can use eDrawings Professional to export to DWG/DXF and then import into SolidWorks to save as SLDDRW. For best results, always try to obtain the original SLDDRW file from the source.