When the ''SelectMaterial'' utility is launched, the interface is activated in the task pane.

Like any use of this task pane, it can be pinned so that it remains visible.


     


The material databases are displayed in the upper part:

  • indicates a SOLIDWORKS database file and cannot be modified.
  • indicates a custom database file.

When a material is selected, all the information related to this material is displayed: mechanical properties, appearance, hatchings, properties filled in with their description etc... which allows to target the material to be applied to the part.