Sketch Picture = Not in Broken Views Decal = Shows in Broken Views Sketch Picture = Either Display Mode Decal = Shaded Modes Only Sketch Picture = 2D Sketches Only Decal = 2D or Curved Face The 'Sketch Picture' is still visible, but the 'Decal' is not.Ībove we see the drawing views in 'Shaded with Edges' mode and we see the 'Decal' and the 'Sketch Picture' (If View, Sketches is on and the sketch in the model is still set to show).Ībove we see the drawing views in 'Hidden Lines Removed' mode and we see the only the 'Sketch Picture' (If View, Sketches is on and the sketch in the model is still set to show). This tree shows that the SOLIDWORKS logo has been applied to a curved face.Ībove we see the results of changing the 'Display Mode' to 'Hidden Lines Removed'. This will expand the Decal folder in the Task Pane and you can drag and drop a decal onto your part. Initially you'll see an 'Open Decal Library' button. The 'Display Manager' is shown, the 'Decals Icon' is selected.

When the sketch is show the picture is visible, hide the sketch and you hide the picture.Ībove is an example of a 'Decal'.

Starting a 2D Sketch one can use Tools, Sketch Tools, Sketch Picture to add an image/picture to a sketch. The picture above shows a 'Sketch Picture' of a Danger Label. The first method will use a 'Sketch Picture', the second will use a 'Decal'. Here I'll show two methods of getting images in or on your parts and also to their drawings. At times it's effective to use images or pictures on models to add a realism factor with minimal effort.

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