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Advanced Sketching on Curved Surfaces

January 15, 2026

Master advanced sketching techniques on curved surfaces in SOLIDWORKS with this detailed tutorial. Learn how to create complex designs using tools like Spline on Surface, Split Line, Intersection Curve, and Project Curve. Follow along as we model a crystal globe, trace continents, and add lines of latitude and longitude using 3D sketches and swept cuts. The video also covers tips for working with splines efficiently and applying appearances for a polished finish. Perfect for users looking to enhance their skills in creating intricate geometry on spherical or curved models. Watch our introduction on how to sketch on curved surfaces here: https://youtu.be/bbCPb6Tgvms