Project File Help

[Anonymous]

Hi,

Still getting my head around the project file concept.

Is there a way that when I open a part/assembly I can tell which project file it belongs to?

I'm having difficulty opening parts without it saying "project file doesn't match the current one" or similar.

How do I go with using the same part across multiple projects?  I.e.. A type of bracket.  Do I have to convert it's project file so this warning doesn't pop up for each job?

Any help is greatly appreciated.

Thanks,  Joe

[blair]

The Project File defines the working directory as well as the libraries for each "Project" you work on. The following link might help you out.

http://inventortutorials.blogspot.ca/2012/02/creating-and-managing-projects-and.html

[Curtis_Waguespack]

Hi Joe_Banger,

I'm not intending to promote a product here, but in addition to the link blair provided, you can find more information on this subject at this link. This exact question is covered in the Job-Based IPJ Setups topic on pages 23-24, look specifically at the subject of project Library paths:

http://media.wiley.com/product_data/excerpt/62/11185448/1118544862-3.pdf#page=22&zoom=auto,54,180

You might also consider creating a single all encompassing project file, rather than a project file for each job. But you'll know best which of these approaches works best for your situation.

I hope this helps.
Best of luck to you in all of your Inventor pursuits,
Curtis
http://inventortrenches.blogspot.com