HLR Shaded with edges mode in SWKS 2004

I've really grown accustomed to (almost dependent upon) the display of
parts and assemblies with HLR edges shown on shaded models.

In 2004, unfortunately, those HLR edges appear far too "fat" for my
taste.

I haven't changed display resolution in going from 2003 to 2004.
1024x768 with 32-bit true color has been the norm.

During pans, zooms and rotations, the HLR edges are displayed much
"thinner" and I just wish they would not "bloat" when the screen
movement ends.

If there exists an option setting for the control of the HLR edge
resolution, please share it with me.

The fine line empasis upon the edges of faces on shaded parts in
earlier versions of SolidWorks imparts a clean, professional look.

I'm actually dreading a full-time transition to 2004 because of the
cartoon like character of the HLR edges.

Per O. Hoel

 

Per,
Initially I didn't like the new display either. After working with it for
many weeks, it's grown on me. In fact, when I revert to shaded without HLR,
I don't seem to see the models as well. Don't dread...you may end up liking
it.

Richard

 

During pans, zooms and rotations, the HLR edges are displayed much

Sounds like you've got Anti-aliasing turned on:

Options>System Options>Display/Selection> uncheck Anti-alias edges

Jim

 

Per:

I don't know of a setting that makes the lines skinny, but I usually turn
off the option Tools, Options, Colors, Use specified color for Shaded With
Edges mode. The lines aren't actually any smaller, but it looks less
cartoony when the edges are not black. Plus, I think it helps you
distinguish edges of adjacent parts.

matt



(Per O. Hoel) wrote in

 

Ooooo, I like that much better. I had somewhat grown accustomed to the
black edges, but have always disliked the cartooney look. Much better -
thanks.

WT

 

Matt, You Bastard!

Why oh why didn't you tell me about this ages ago.
Thanks for the tip! Looks 100% better.

You may want to add some explanations to your 2004 options document under
System>Colors........... or you may not.

Thanks,
Jeff

 

Jim,

You're absolutely right! I hadn't thought to check the Anti-alias
edges system option (under Display/Selection). I just presumed that
the pixel "bloat" was similar to what SolidWorks has purposely chosen
to use for the display of points in 2004, for example - as if a
fountain pen were used to sketch on an absorbent napkin.

I typically leave the option checked OFF, since the anti-aliasing has
the opposite effect of what I think is desirable.

The system option must be set to ON by default when SolidWorks 2004 is
installed?

Anyway, thanks for the reminder and I think anti-aliased lines should
look better - not worse than those that aren't...

Per O. Hoel
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Geez, sorry. That's one of my favorites. I guess I need to keep some aces
up my sleeve for use when I need them. Don't want to give away all my good
stuff all at once. Anyway, I needed to soften you up so you take it easy
on DiNapoli next week.

Good Luck!

Matt