Bounding_Box_Automation_For_SW

Solidworks CAD software is a macro software that creates a bounding box for each part and all sub-assemblies of large assembly models. This software allows you to automatically find the dimensions of parts and assemblies in x,y,z axes when creating tables such as BOQ and BOM.

What Does This Macro Do?

• Automatically creates Bounding Boxes for all components and subassemblies.
• Works recursively, meaning it processes subassemblies inside subassemblies.
• Skips suppressed components, so it doesn’t mess with your hidden parts.
• Handles selections properly to prevent annoying SolidWorks errors.

What’s Inside?

SolidWorks-BoundingBox-Macro
 ┣ bounding_box_macro.swp  (The macro file)
 ┣ README.md               (This file)
 ┣ LICENSE (optional)       (If you want to open-source it)
 ┗ .gitignore (optional)    (For repo management)

How to Use It

Run the Macro in SolidWorks

1. Open SolidWorks.
2. Go to Tools > Macro > Run....
3. Select bounding_box_macro.swp.
4. Click Run and let the macro do its work.

Add It as a Toolbar Button (Optional, But Super Handy)

Want to access it quickly? Follow these steps:

1. Open Tools > Customize....
2. Go to the Commands tab.
3. Select Macros from the left panel.
4. Drag the New Macro Button to the toolbar.
5. Select bounding_box_macro.swp as the macro file.
6. Give it a name and icon, and you're all set.

What You’ll See

• The macro will go through all parts and subassemblies.
• Bounding boxes will be automatically created.
• Suppressed components will be ignored.
• Works with both top-level and nested assemblies.

Things to Keep in Mind

• Make sure SolidWorks API is enabled before running the macro.
• If you get any errors while switching between assemblies, check if the correct selections are active.

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License, so feel free to use, modify, and share it.

Want to Contribute?

If you have ideas or improvements:

• Fork the repo.
• Create a new branch (feature-my-awesome-feature).
• Submit a Pull Request.