Idea Summary Add native support for importing Navisworks (.NWD/.NWF) models directly into Inventor. Users should be able to selectively import objects from the Navisworks model tree and use them as lightweight reference geometry for design and coordination workflows. Proposed Features Native Navisworks Import: Open or reference .NWD/.NWF files directly in Inventor while preserving the original model hierarchy. Selective Import: Browse the Navisworks tree and import only required parts, systems, disciplines, or assemblies. Support selection from both the browser and the 3D view. Representations / Model States: Create Design View Representations or Model States based on the Navisworks hierarchy for quick visibility control. Lightweight Reference Mode: Keep imported geometry as non-editable reference data for maximum performance. Optional Conversion: Allow selected objects to be converted into Inventor bodies where technically possible. Benefits Eliminates unnecessary format conversions. Improves collaboration with BIM, plant, construction, and coordination teams. Makes large coordination models easier to use inside Inventor. Enables efficient hybrid workflows while preserving project structure. Reduces time spent preparing and managing exchange data. Show More

High level autocad mechanical user here, trying to get up to speed with inventor. I think it would be awesome if I was able to click the print button and then select a window from the part model or assembly I'm working in and print it. I find myself having to run out to our machine shop or fabrication floor often and having a print out of what I'm talking about helps a ton. My workplace has a speed of about 300x the speed of other manufacturing workplaces so having to set up a drawing and print from there is more of a hassle than it's worth and I find myself taking a screenshot of what I'm working on copy/paste to my slack dm's and then trying to have the conversation with shop floor with image on my phone. Show More

Currently, Autodesk Nesting optimizes the parts of a nest based only on a single sheet format per nesting run. I would like the option to nest a complete assembly simultaneously across two different sheet formats (for example, large and small formats). The nesting algorithm should automatically decide which parts are placed on large sheets and which on smaller sheets, in order to achieve the best possible material utilization and manufacturing efficiency. Advantages: Improved material utilization across multiple available sheet formats Reduction of scrap and material waste Better use of existing offcuts and stock sheets Fewer manual nesting operations More efficient production planning for assemblies with large and small sheet parts Example: An assembly contains: Large components that require sheets in the 3000 × 1500 mm format Small components that can be manufactured more efficiently on sheets in the 1000 × 2000 mm format Instead of having to create several separate nests, Autodesk Nesting should analyze the complete assembly and automatically distribute the parts across the available sheet formats to maximize overall material utilization. Show More

A tool for identifying redundant constraints in assemblies would be a big improvement to Autodesk Inventor. In larger or more complex assemblies, tracking down redundant constraints is often a trial-and-error process—suppressing constraints one at a time and trying to figure out what’s actually holding a part or assembly in place. It’s time-consuming and easy to miss something.   It would be extremely helpful to have a tool that can scan an assembly and clearly identify which constraints are redundant, ideally grouping them so you can see how they relate to each other.   A “Fix All” option could automatically remove or suppress redundant constraints, while a step-by-step mode would let users go through each group individually. This would give users control over which constraints to keep and which to remove, instead of guessing.   Overall, this would make troubleshooting assemblies much faster and less frustrating, especially as designs get more complex. Show More

This has been bugging me for a long time so this time I decided to do something about it.... like make a suggestion.  For our station assemblies, we always try to do a exploded view presentation file for the assemblers to more easily see how things go together.  When we're working on the assembly model, we set the Home View (F6) to the best view to show the assembly, normally an ISO view with good exposure of the main functional parts.  We save that, then right mouse click on the filename in the model tree, and select Create Presentation (or ALT + P).  We select our IPN template and tah-dah, our model is plunked down in the presentation file in the home view we set in the assembly.  But, and there always seems to be a "but", if you hit F6, the assembly flips around to some other view.     So, my suggestion is, if we take the time to set the Home View in the assembly, why do you NOT let that Home View migrate over to our presentation Home View?  It usually easy to do when it's a true ISO view and we can just click on the corner of the view cube, but, (and often there's more than one "but"), sometimes the Home View is not a preset view you can get to by clicking the view cube.  Sometimes it's some view we chose because it shows everything best.  You cannot migrate that Home View over to the IPN file.  You can guess, and get it close, but it won't be perfect.  So when you put your exploded Home View and your assembly Home View on the same drawing sheet, they aren't the same perspective.     Migrate the Home View of an assembly over to the presentation file when you do a Create Presentation from the assembly model tree.  Kind of crazy not to....  🙄 Show More

So I'm constantly downloading STEP files and opening them in Inventor. The issue is I have no way to quickly get to my Downloads folder. "No problem" I thought, thinking I could just add my Downloads folder to the FUS in the Project settings. WRONG. It's not in the project path (we use one large project for everything we do and it's located on our S (server) drive) so it won't let me add it. I had to do a ajanky workaround by creating a Downloads folder in the S drive and putting a shortcut there to the downloads folder on my PC.   Also can we have more than 3 items in the "Recent Folders" section? Maybe a setting to allow as many as we want? Show More

When creating new materials it's not possible to type a "space" symbol in new material name. As a workaround I copy-paste random text with correct amount of spaces, but why is it so complicated? Show More

Currently, our organization uses a proven workaround to reduce model file sizes by converting an IAM to an RVT (all-in-one element with internal parts removed and voids filled) and then exporting it to STEP. This process worked effectively in Inventor from 2022 to 2024 and has been successfully used for the past four years. significantly reduced the file size. After migrating to Inventor 2026, the workflow still works, but the resulting STEP file size has increased by approximately 500%. While we understand Autodesk's explanation regarding the previous behavior, the earlier output was highly beneficial and supported our established processes. We kindly request that Autodesk consider adding an option in the export settings to retain the previous behavior. This would help organizations like ours continue using a long-standing and efficient workaround without the impact of significantly larger file sizes. Show More

Please add optional preview thumbnails to the List View so users can combine visual file previews with the flexible information display available in List View.   Currently, users can choose between: List View, which allows customization of displayed columns and provides detailed file information, but does not show preview thumbnails. Tile View, which shows preview thumbnails, but does not offer the same flexibility to customize and display information. As a result, users must choose between seeing a file preview and having access to the information layout that best suits their workflow. Proposed Solution Add an optional Preview column to the List View. This would enable users to see a thumbnail preview directly within the list while still benefiting from customizable columns, sorting, and filtering. Additionally, users could select the thumbnail size: Very Small Small Medium Large Very Large The row height would automatically adapt to the selected preview size. Benefits Faster file identification through visual previews Retains the flexibility and efficiency of List View Improves navigation when working with many similar files Reduces the need to switch between List View and Tile View Provides a more customizable user experience This enhancement would combine the visual advantages of Tile View with the flexibility and information density of List View, creating a more efficient workflow for users. Show More

Hello.   It would be great to allow to switch Model States of sub-assembly in Edit Mode.   Currently other representations can be changed in edit mode, but not Model States.       Best regards, Rene Repina   Show More

Inventor 2025 does not allow users to specify which subassemblies or parts are sectioned in a section view in an Assembly model view (NOT a drawing view).   The current option "Document Settings>Modelling>Participate in Assembly and Drawing Sections" is ineffective because it does not give users the ability to choose whether parts are sectioned or not based on what they are trying to communicate in the section view.   I would like to see an option to include or exclude parts from section scope in the pop-up Mini-Toolbar when defining a section view. Show More

Our engineering team uses Inventor Drawings (IDW) to create spare parts catalogs and service manuals.   Instead of creating hundreds of individual drawings, we maintain a single IDW containing multiple sheets, where each sheet represents a different section of the same assembly (for example: Wheels, Axles, Scale System, Hydraulic System, etc.). Each sheet contains: 1- An exploded view of a specific section. 2- Balloons for the components shown in that section. 3- A filtered Parts List showing only the relevant items for that sheet.   This workflow works well, except for one major limitation. Current behavior All Parts Lists referencing the same assembly share the same Item Numbers. As a result, modifying or renumbering one Parts List affects every other sheet referencing the same assembly.   For example: Sheet 1 – Wheels 1 Wheel Assembly 2 Wheel Hardware 3 Stud 4 Nut   Sheet 2 – Scale System 15 Load Cell 16 Mounting Plate 17 Hardware Kit   If we reorganize or update the Parts List on Sheet 2, the balloons and numbering on Sheet 1 may also change because both sheets are linked to the same BOM. Why this is a problem? 1- Spare parts catalogs are living documents. 2- Over time we frequently: - Add new pages. - Insert new sections. - Add or remove hardware. - Move sections to improve the manual. - Reuse the same hardware across multiple exploded views.   There is currently no practical way to maintain independent numbering for each sheet while still preserving associative balloons and Parts Lists.   - Using separate assemblies is often not possible because the same hardware legitimately appears on multiple pages.   - Using static tables removes associativity and automatic updates. Keeping a single global Parts List becomes increasingly difficult to maintain as the catalog grows.   Requested enhancement   - Please consider adding an option allowing a Parts List to maintain its own local Item Numbers independently from other Parts Lists referencing the same assembly.   For example: ☑ Local Item Numbering ☐ Use Assembly BOM Item Numbers   The Parts List and balloons on that sheet would remain synchronized with each other, but would no longer renumber other sheets. Benefits This would greatly improve Inventor for users creating: Spare Parts Catalogs Service Manuals Technical Documentation Illustrated Parts Books Assembly Manuals with multiple exploded views without affecting the existing BOM workflow used for manufacturing drawings.   Additional comments   We have investigated several alternatives, including: 1- Multiple subassemblies 2- Separate drawings 3- Static Parts Lists 4- Shared global BOMs   However, none of these approaches provide independent sheet numbering while preserving associativity between the assembly, balloons, and Parts Lists.   An optional per-Parts List numbering mode would solve this limitation while remaining fully backward compatible with existing workflows. Example...   Sheet 1 1- assembly A 2- assembly B 3- hardware A 4- hardware B ↓ Sheet 2 1- assembly C 3- Hardware A 4- assembly D 1- assembly A ↓ Update Sheet 2 so it can be in the correct order 1,2,3, and 4 ↓ Sheet 1 4- assembly A 2- assembly B 2- hardware A 4 - hardware B     Show More

I work in the construction industry and we do a lot with CNCing plywood and MDF. Would be really nice if inventor nesting was capable with 2.5D cutting would save so much time   Show More

With solutions like Ansys Live and Live Parts demonstrating the power of GPU-accelerated simulation, I would love to see Autodesk bring similar real-time analysis capabilities directly into Inventor. Inventor's current simulation technology is based on a legacy FEA architecture that was originally developed long before modern GPU computing became practical for engineering workloads. While it remains valuable for traditional validation, today's designers increasingly expect instant feedback while iterating on geometry. Autodesk already has experience leveraging GPU and high-performance computing technologies, for example within Generative Design workflows. Extending this expertise toward a real-time desktop simulation environment could significantly improve the design process. Imagine making a design change in Inventor and immediately seeing how stresses, displacements, flow behavior, or temperature distributions update in real time. This would:   Accelerate design iterations Encourage simulation-driven design from the earliest stages Reduce the need for repeated manual solve cycles Improve engineering productivity and decision-making Provide a modern alternative to tools such as Ansys Live One of the most compelling aspects of real-time simulation is the ability to explore ideas interactively instead of waiting for results after every modification. The engineering workflow becomes more intuitive, creative, and efficient. I believe a GPU-based, real-time FEA/CFD environment integrated into Inventor would be a major step forward and a highly competitive feature for Autodesk's design and manufacturing ecosystem. Show More

In mold making or reverse engineering of products, there are times when you need to fill in a negative space with a solid.  Normally, if all you want to do is fill the space, extrude/rotate/sweep/loft, etc will work.  However, there are times when I need to use the negative space as a tool body later on.  If there is a fill void command, i can use that as the copy of the internal space, then apply a new operation, like threads or something that will penetrate the internal void.  Then by using the void solid as a toolbody, can return the internal geometry to what it was.  Often times, the internal geometry is too complex to simply extrude or rotate it away.  Think an injection molded part that has been created first with external geometry then shelled to represent the consistent wall thickness.  The new internal void geometry may be cumbersome to recreate with the commands on hand. Show More

MAKE THE INVENTOR FILE EXPLORER USE THE WINDOWS DARK MODE SETTING OR AT LEAST LET US CHANGE IT.  KILLS MY EYES EVERY TIME I OPEN IT. Show More

When working with larger Inventor assemblies or parts, the Design Doctor often reports multiple instances of the same issue. For example, several parameters may have lost their export status and need to be marked for export again. Currently, each issue has to be processed individually, even when the same corrective action needs to be applied to all affected items. This makes the repair process unnecessarily repetitive and time-consuming.   Suggested Improvement Allow users to select multiple Design Doctor entries and perform the same repair action on all selected items at once. Examples: Mark multiple parameters as Export Remove export status from multiple parameters Accept multiple warnings Apply the same repair action to several identical issues simultaneously Benefits Significant reduction of repetitive clicks Faster resolution of large numbers of identical errors Improved usability for larger projects Better consistency when repairing multiple affected objects Additional Context   The Design Doctor has been the subject of numerous Inventor Idea requests over many years, indicating that users see significant potential for improvement in this area. Examples from the Inventor Ideas forum include:   Design Doctor improvements Dockable Design Doctor window Filtering and search capabilities Sortable error lists Better navigation to affected features Error classifications (Error / Warning / Information) Vault integration API support Inventor Drawing Design Doctor Direct indication of the affected drawing sheet Navigation to the exact sheet containing the issue Model States: Inventor Does Not Detect Build Errors in Different Model States Validation of all Model States Detection and reporting of state-specific errors Blue Information Icon Doesn't Flag Design Doctor Issues Improved detection of broken references Better visibility of unresolved Frame Generator issues My request focuses specifically on multi-selection and batch processing of Design Doctor issues, but the large number of existing Design Doctor-related Idea Station posts suggests that the tool would benefit from a broader modernization effort. Show More

If a Frame has been Generated, and then later on it is modified to become different frame shapes/sizes, and/or parts are removed, the part will still be on vault and checked into vault. Checking in the frame assembly will not check in the stranded part.   It would be excellent for there to be a way to delete/undo check out/suppress the stranded frame parts. Show More

Run iLogic Event Trigger with iPart Member There are iLogics that, for example, create or write the display name in the Model Browser based on a schema when an event is triggered.   In particular, if the display name is supposed to include the file name (which is generated by a Vault number generator), certain properties cannot be controlled using the iPart tables.   This results in display names that no longer match the respective file.   ( https://www.autodesk.com/support/technical/article/caas/sfdcarticles/sfdcarticles/No-iLogic-event-trigger-is-use-when-creating-a-custom-iPart-member-in-Inventor.html ) Show More