Quickly Access SOLIDWORKS PDM Searches Using Keyboard Shortcuts

In SOLIDWORKS PDM 2020 and newer, users can now easily access searching functionality using keyboard shortcuts. 

CTRL & F = Quick Search

While browsing anywhere inside the PDM Vault View (File Explorer), typing CTRL & F will take you directly to the Quick Search. In case you missed it, Quick Search is one of the new search enhancements in SOLIDWORKS PDM 2020.

CTRL & SHIFT & F = Last Used Search Card

While browsing anywhere inside the PDM Vault View (File Explorer), typing CTRL & SHIFT & F will take you to the Last Used Integrated Search Card.

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