What Is 3DEXPERIENCE Files on This PC and How Does It Improve Your SOLIDWORKS Workflow?

 Understanding "3DEXPERIENCE Files on This PC": A Smart Way to Manage Local and Cloud Data

If you're working with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform—especially alongside SOLIDWORKS—you might’ve come across something called "3DEXPERIENCE Files on This PC." At first glance, it might seem like just another system folder. But it’s more than that - it’s a smart bridge between your local desktop and cloud data. Let’s break it down in simple terms, understand what it does, and see how it makes your day-to-day design work easier and faster. 

What Is “3DEXPERIENCE Files on This PC”? 

When you open a file from the 3DEXPERIENCE platform (like a part, drawing, or assembly), it doesn't always directly save or work from the cloud. Instead, it temporarily keeps a copy on your computer - that’s what this folder is for. 

Think of it like a “workspace” where your files rest while you’re editing them. It gives you the speed of working locally, with the convenience and security of cloud syncing in the background. 

Where Can You Find It? 

On most systems, it’s located here: 

C:\Users\\3DEXPERIENCE\Files On This PC 

You don’t have to manually go into this folder, but it helps to know where your files are getting cached when you’re working offline or on slow connections. 

Note: To work with this option, need to enable add-in 3DEXPERIENCE files in this PC

Image 1: UI of 3DEXPERIENCE Files on this PC 

               

Image 2: Toolbar Options 

What You Can Actually Do with It 

Here’s a rundown of what this feature helps you do: 

✅Open and edit cloud files faster 

Large assemblies and complex parts load much quicker because you’re working with a local copy. 

✅Work offline 

If your internet goes off or you’re working from a remote site, no worries. The file is already cached—you can continue working and your changes will sync once you’re back online. 

✅Auto-sync your edits 

No need to manually upload or check-in every time. The system handles it for you, quietly syncing to the cloud. 

✅Get real-time sync updates 

You’ll see status icons (like green tick marks) showing whether your file is up-to-date or still syncing.

✅Avoid data loss 

Accidentally closed a file or had a power cut? Since it’s stored locally and synced frequently, chances are your work is safe. 

✅Preview files from File Explorer 

You can even take a quick peek or reopen cached files from your Windows explorer— like working with any other folder on your desktop. 

Summary 

The "3DEXPERIENCE Files on This PC" feature bridges the gap between cloud storage and local performance, giving users the best of both worlds. It's a subtle yet powerful tool that ensures your workflow is smooth, fast, and secure—ideal for modern product development environments where mobility, collaboration, and efficiency are key. 

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