Step 3: Edit SolidWorks Files

Modify one of the parts in the assembly to show how Autodesk Vault tracks changes to data.

  1. In SolidWorks, switch back to the Model browser.
  2. Right-click the Leg.sldprt part, and then select Open Part.

    A message informs you that this is a read-only document.

  3. Click OK.
  4. In the Vault ribbon click Check Out.

    The Vault status icon has changed from an empty circle to a check mark . The check mark alerts you that the file has been checked out to you.

  5. Edit the model, for example by adding a hole.