Getting Started
How to Download and Install SOLIDWORKS 2021/2022
A straightforward guide unfolds here, showing the recommended steps for installing a standalone SOLIDWORKS licence. It begins by downloading the SOLIDWORKS Installation Manager from support or the official website, extracting it and choosing the option to download the full file set. After the large download completes, the setup.exe is run as administrator to begin installation. The video covers entering serial numbers, selecting required products, choosing install‑only mode, setting clear version‑specific folders and configuring Toolbox behaviour. Once installation finishes, a restart is advised, and a fast‑start PDF is offered for additional guidance.