# Get Started with SOLIDWORKS AI Virtual Companions Launch the AI That Fits Your Workflow ![Graphic representation of energy and electrical circuits moving up](/sites/default/filesd10/styles/webp/public/2026-05/solidworks-activation-mini-page-hero-image-1.jpg.webp) - [Get started](/solution/getting-started) - [Contact us](/how-to-buy/contact-sales) ## AI CAD That’s Purpose-Bult for Engineers SOLIDWORKS AI Virtual Companions are designed to enhance your productivity without disrupting the way you work. No need to change how or where you store your data. SOLIDWORKS AI capabilities adapt to your existing workflows, making it easier than ever to get started. With AI features and Virtual Companions included with every SOLIDWORKS Design license. Are you ready to take advantage today? [![SOLIDWORKS expert presenting on activation](/sites/default/filesd10/styles/bg_large/public/2026-05/solidworks-streamline-ai-workflows-cloud-services-video-cover.jpg.webp)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LhiyiFCvSMg) ## Why Connect to the Cloud? ### Same Tools. Sharper Results. Accessing the cloud doesn't have to mean a big data migration or a complex new system. It can just make for a smarter version of the SOLIDWORKS workflows you use every day, with specialized AI companions that understand your design environment and help you work faster. And when you're ready to take the next step, moving to Store and Revise at your own pace, that option is there whenever you want it. ## What Can AI CAD and Cloud Do for You? ### Built to Work the Way You Do Four reasons engineering teams are activating AI in SOLIDWORKS today. ### Accelerate Design and Improve Quality Achieve faster design iterations and precise results—generate, evaluate, and refine multiple concepts in the time it once took to develop just one. ### Reduce Repetitive Tasks to Focus on High-Value Work AI reduces tedious tasks, allowing teams to focus on complex problem-solving where their expertise adds the most value. ### Knowledge Capture and Reuse Organizes SOLIDWORKS Help, Knowledge Base and Best Practices, preserving historical knowledge and streamlining access to key documents for faster onboarding and problem-solving. ### Your Workflow Without Interruption Context-aware AI CAD, understands SOLIDWORKS, aligns with your design process, provides support without breaking your flow. See what AI can do for your workflow - [Download the one pager](https://www.solidworks.com/sites/default/filesd10/26docs05/solidworks-brochure-fast-facts-on-solidworks-ai-executive-summary.pdf) ## AI-Powered CAD ### Included with Your License Maximize the value of your SOLIDWORKS Design Subscription by bringing AI and cloud tools into your workflows – no additional cost, included in all SOLIDWORKS Design licenses with subscription, ready to use today, and works with you SOLIDWORKS data stored locally, or on the cloud. - [Get started](/solution/getting-started) ## Take It Further with Cloud Services Looking to expand what you can do? Activate/Enable the included cloud connection in every SOLIDWORKS Design license with subscription, to unlock additional data capabilities, enhance collaboration, and streamline everyday design workflows. ![Graphic representation of many computer screens and data](/sites/default/filesd10/styles/webp/public/2026-05/solidworks-activation-mini-page-cloud-services-banner.jpg.webp) - [Discover what's possible](/lp/get-started-cloud-services) ## Want to Learn More? Discover how AI and cloud tools can take your workflow even further. ## Frequently Asked Questions #### Is SOLIDWORKS AI included with my existing license? --- Yes — access to SOLIDWORKS AI tools is included with your current SOLIDWORKS Design license at no additional cost. AI features such as Command Predictor, Auto-Fastener Recognition, Generative Drawings, AI-Powered Assembly Structure Generator, and What's Wrong Analysis are available within the SOLIDWORKS Design environment by default. AI Virtual Companions, focused on context and knowledge, require activation of Cloud Services, already included in your subscription. If you are unsure whether you have activated Cloud Services check out the Getting Started Guide or contact your SOLIDWORKS reseller to confirm. #### Does SOLIDWORKS AI require additional cloud subscriptions or hardware? --- Most Embedded AI features — including Command Predictor, Auto-Fastener Recognition, Generative Drawings, AI-Powered Assembly Structure Generator, and What's Wrong Analysis — run within SOLIDWORKS Design and do not require anything additional beyond your existing license. AURA, the context and knowledge Virtual Companion, requires an activation of Cloud Services to operate, but this is already included in your subscription. Contact your SOLIDWORKS reseller for entitlement details specific to your license type. No special hardware is required to use SOLIDWORKS AI — the tools are designed to run within your existing SOLIDWORKS Design environment. #### How do I activate Cloud Services and access all SOLIDWORKS AI tools? --- SOLIDWORKS AI tools are included with your current license at no additional cost. To get started, sign in to your account and enable Cloud Services from your account settings. For a full walkthrough see the - [Getting Started Guide](https://r1132100503382-eu1-3dswym.3dexperience.3ds.com/home?content=swym:prd:R1132100503382:wikitree:MeSqxB_8Q82Go_VTXxYMdg). #### Is my design data safe when I use SOLIDWORKS AI? --- Yes. SOLIDWORKS AI is built on a foundational principle of IP protection: your design data is never used to train AI models. SOLIDWORKS AI tools operate on your data within the session, and do not retain or share your geometry, assemblies, or design history beyond the active interaction. Our AI models are exclusively trained on proprietary Dassault Systèmes data and curated synthetic datasets. All cloud-based AI features run on enterprise-grade infrastructure with encryption in transit and at rest. For full details on our security and privacy practices, refer to the - [Dassault Systèmes Trust Center.](https://www.3ds.com/trust-center) #### What is 3D CAD Software? --- AI CAD software is computer-aided design software that uses artificial intelligence to automate and augment engineering tasks — such as generating drawings, predicting commands, detecting errors, and converting natural language or images into parametric 3D models. Unlike traditional CAD, which responds passively to manual input, AI CAD actively participates in the design process by applying engineering knowledge to help engineers work faster and with greater accuracy. SOLIDWORKS AI takes this further by embedding AI directly into the 3D CAD workflow, ensuring that intelligence is available in context — without file exports, application switching, or IP leaving your environment. #### Where can I learn more about SOLIDWORKS AI? --- Explore the resources below — from getting started guides to deep-dive content on how AI is transforming design and engineering workflows. - [SOLIDWORKS AI Overview](https://www.solidworks.com/product/solidworks-design/ai-overview) - [Getting Started with Cloud Services](https://www.solidworks.com/lp/get-started-cloud-services) - [Latest Features & Updates](https://www.solidworks.com/product/solidworks-design/whats-new) - [AI CAD Tools & Workflow Optimization](https://www.solidworks.com/solution/solidworks-ai-cad-tools-workflow-optimization) - [How AI is Changing Daily Life for Mechanical Engineers](https://blogs.solidworks.com/products/solidworks/augmented-design-how-ai-is-quietly-changing-daily-life-for-mechanical-engineers/) - [AI Innovations You Can’t Ignore: The Future of Design](https://www.solidworks.com/media/ai-innovations-you-cant-ignore-future-design) - [SOLIDWORKS AI Demo](https://live.solidworks.com/demand/solidworks-ai-explained-leo-aura-solidworks-2026-solidworks-labs-demo) ## Have questions about SOLIDWORKS AI? 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