Hello, I'm an expert in Solidworks with extensive experience in 3D modeling and design. When it comes to copying a part in Solidworks, there are several methods you can use depending on your specific needs. Here's a detailed guide on how to do it:


1. Simple Copy: Select the part or feature you want to copy, then right-click and choose "Copy" from the context menu. Navigate to where you want to paste the copy, right-click again, and select "Paste."


2. Duplicate Feature: If you're copying a feature within the same part, you can right-click on the feature in the FeatureManager and choose "Copy" followed by "Paste."


3. Use the Copy and Paste Special: This is useful when you want to copy multiple features or bodies. Select the items, right-click, choose "Copy," then right-click again and select "Paste Special." This will allow you to choose different options for pasting, such as pasting as a new part or as a new component.


4. Mirror Feature: If you're looking to create a mirrored copy of a part or feature, you can use the "Mirror" feature. Select the part or feature, then click on "Insert" in the toolbar, choose "Features," and then "Mirror." Select the plane of mirror and the entities to mirror.


5. Use the Move/Copy Body Feature: This is particularly useful when you want to copy a body within the same part. Select the body, then go to "Insert" > "Features" > "Move/Copy Body." Set the parameters for the move or copy operation.


6. Array Feature: If you need to create multiple copies of a part or feature in a specific pattern, use the "Array" feature. Select the item, then go to "Insert" > "Features" > "Array." Choose the type of array (linear, circular, or rectangular) and set the parameters.

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Save As: If you want to create a completely new part that is a copy of an existing one, you can use the "Save As" command. Go to "File" > "Save As," give the new part a name, and save it as a new part file.

Remember to use these methods according to the context of your design and the specific requirements you have for the copy operation.

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To move, copy, rotate, or mate a solid or surface body:Click Move/Copy Bodies (Features toolbar) or Insert > Features > Move/Copy. ... Click Translate/Rotate or Constraints at the bottom of the PropertyManager (if necessary) to switch to the page you want.Set options in the PropertyManager.read more >>