What is QuickInsert?
QuickInsert is a productivity-boosting SolidWorks add-in that helps engineers insert fasteners and standard parts into assemblies in just a few clicks. It removes repetitive work and standardizes part placement across projects and teams.
💡 Why QuickInsert?
Manually inserting bolts, washers, or custom fasteners can be:
Time-consuming
Repetitive
Error-prone
QuickInsert simplifies this by letting you:
Pick a fastener → Drag/drop to insert into assembly
Preview tool access with ToolChecker
Use a central SQLite database for fast, standardized part access
Features Overview
QuickInsert is designed with real engineering workflows in mind — here are some of the key features that make it powerful, flexible, and fast:
🔩 Smart Fastener Insertion
Select fasteners using a categorized interface with intuitive groups and sub-groups — or quickly find components using the search bar. Fasteners are inserted via drag and drop, and users can choose to automatically include one or more washers during placement for a complete, one-click operation.
🔁 Replace Form
Speed up modifications across multiple components. Select a group of fasteners and change:
Type
Diameter
Material
Profile (e.g. from “English” to “Croatian”)
With one click, QuickInsert replaces all selected components with the updated ones — fast and consistent across the whole assembly.
🛠 ToolChecker
Before you finalize a design, ToolChecker helps ensure it’s actually buildable. You can visually check if common tools like wrenches, allen keys, and torque keys can reach and operate the fastener for assembly or disassembly.
🎛 Customizability with User Profiles
QuickInsert supports custom user profiles to adapt to your team or regional standards. Each profile controls:
Naming language
Save path and folder structure
Naming conventions
Material translations
And more...
📁 Real Parts, Not Virtual
All components inserted with QuickInsert are real parts, stored locally and directly used in your assemblies. No temporary or ghost files — just fully managed, properly saved fasteners ready for production.
Who Should Use It?
QuickInsert is built for:
Mechanical engineers
Product designers
Technical teams using metric fasteners
Anyone looking to speed up their SolidWorks workflow
Whether you're a solo user or working in a larger company, QuickInsert helps you build assemblies faster and more accurately.
Supported Systems
SolidWorks: 2018 or newer
Windows: 10 or 11
Admin rights required for installation
👉 Full details: Requirements & Compatibility
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