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Laptop touchpad operation I just got a new laptop that has a touchpad. Do any laptop users out there have any tips to make this more user friendly with Alibre? I'm specifically interested in pan, zoom rotate functionality.

Assembly replace I can't remember if I've seen this before... Configurations may help in this area but it would be nice if you could replace one component for another in an assembly. It should have considerations for the potential that assembly...

Multiple selections In assembly mode I realized that you can't select multiple items in the menu tree and apply options like hide, show reference geometry, color etc. on the list of parts. I think this needs to be added. It should be executed like...

Does anyone know where you can download electrical models I'm looking for models of things like residential switch assemblies, standard US electrical plugs, conduit enclosures and conduit strain reliefs etc. I've tried the 2 Alibre libraries and places like Part Spec. but can't seem to find...

Edge projection I'm hoping to drum up support for improvements to the edge projection capabilities. If you think the dev team should be working on this please voice your oppinion. Also if you feel strongly about this I encourage you to post a...

Cutout views I think they need to consider adding a cutout section view. This is very useful in assemblies to be able to see and dimension to features that would are hidden. Usually you sketch a spline in the area and either specify a depth or...

Edge projection Edge and silhouette projection needs a lot of work. The present offering of maintain constraint is useful about 1/20 instances. If you just project geometry without "maintain constraint" you wind up having to drag end lines or move...

Hand tool models Does anyone have or do you know where I can download standard hand tool models? I am looking for a combo wrench for a 3/4 fastener (1.13 across flats). Sockets and drivers would also be helpful. I'm interested in this to evaluate...

Creating features relative to sketches Does anyone know how I can create geometry relative to sketch elements. I often want to create a sweep profile originating at one end of a sketch path feature. I can sometimes work around this by using known angles or referencing...

Another sweep enhancement You should be able to reference points in your profile sketch when creating your path. Currently if you want your path to start relative to the profile you have to use formulas.