# Get started with SOLIDWORKS xDesign Everything you need to start using your **next-generation**, **browser-based** 3D modeling solutions and cloud-based product development tools from SOLIDWORKS. Launch your 3DEXPERIENCE platform After logging into the **3D**EXPERIENCE platform, discover how to navigate your collaborative environment. **Is your platform already set up?** [**Click here to access.**](https://go.3ds.com/pro-cloud) Check Your Inbox Look for the email from 3ds.com with the subject “Your **3D**EXPERIENCE platform is ready to use”. Click the Launch your **3D**EXPERIENCE platform button in the email. [launch\_platform](/media/22282) STEP 1 Invite & Grant Access **Invite** your team and give them access to apps by granting them roles thanks to your dedicated **Members Management** dashboard. [invite\_members](/media/22283) STEP 2 Next - Start Designing with SOLIDWORKS xDesign **STEP 3** 1. Launch the **3D**EXPERIENCE Platform in any web browser 2. Navigate (if needed) to the **3D Creator Home Cockpit** 3. Familiarize yourself with the parts of the **Welcome App** and its content 4. Start designing or begin learning about other capabilities that are part of **3D**EXPERIENCE **Need help?** Find answers if you need help installing or have other questions in the [**Support** ](https://www.3ds.com/store/get-started/professionals/solidworks-cloud#Brick-1aabf322-9103-4602-b58b-bc2e0ad3fa17)section below. [Get Started with Browser Based 3D Design](/media/18928) [Walkthrough guide](https://r1132100503382-eu1-3dswym.3dexperience.3ds.com/community/swym:prd:R1132100503382:community:52?content=swym%3Aprd%3AR1132100503382%3Awikitree%3A37ynBlziTna9RhB5iA-mYw) 📌 Make sure to **bookmark** your platform URL for easy access right in your browser. Start Your Learning Journey **STEP 4** - After completing the above you are ready to **learn** and **use** SOLIDWORKS xDesign 1. Beginner's Guides **YOUTUBE PLAYLIST: 6 videos** **Beginner’s guide to xDesign** Learn the basics of creating a phone representation step by step. From navigating the user interface to sketching the phone body and adding buttons. [swcloud\_1-begguide](/media/18963) [ View full playlist ](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiKqXuECiKNJ7UUvw8Mi6AS7H7LQcayI8&si=ETk1v4_feklRy_Js) **YOUTUBE PLAYLIST: 9 videos** **xShape Master Class** Learn how to design cool objects with Subdivision Modeling with SOLIDWORKS xShape. [swcloud\_2-xshape](/media/18964) [ View full playlist ](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiKqXuECiKNL1YiojQCnLk6rkArBdIoX6&si=u5QKPOgyrN00lgUM) **YOUTUBE VIDEO** **Find Your Way Around the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform** Learn the key aspects of the 3DEXPERIENCE Platform that will get you productive right away. [swcloud\_3-findyourway](/media/18965) [ Play video 2 minutes ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dc-05SqfTIk) **YOUTUBE PLAYLIST: 7 videos** **Beginner's Guide playlist from the Welcome App** Learn the basics of creating 3D designs directly in your Web browser with 3D Creator and the xDesign app. [swcloud\_4-begguideplaylis](/media/18966) [ View full playlist ](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLiKqXuECiKNI-s-Du5oZHoSJ2YVP4kKOP&si=MwSUdcumGmDdu4dz) 2. Learning Paths **LEARNING MODULE** **Explore the 3D Sculptor Role** Create complex surfaces using intuitive **push-pull i**nteraction. Use images and sketches as templates to create 3D surface modeling. [swcloud\_2-learningpath](/media/18968) [ Start learning ](https://eduspace.3ds.com/CompanionManager/up/?lexType=1&lang=en&lpId=226555&cls_aud=s&utm_source=10473_2_5&utm_medium=onl_crs&utm_campaign=C226555&%2Findex_html%2F=#/lp-content) **LEARNING MODULE** **Explore the 3DSwymer Role** Learn how to **collaborate** using the platform’s various applications for better decision making and operations excellence [explore3dswymerrole](/media/18113) [ Start learning ](https://eduspace.3ds.com/CompanionManager/up/?lexType=1&lang=en&lpId=226187&cls_aud=s&utm_source=null&utm_medium=pub_crs&utm_campaign=C226187#/lp-content) **LEARNING MODULE** **Explore the Collaborative Industry Innovator Role** Learn how to work together **across disciplines** with full flexibility and traceability to define and develop innovative products [sw\_collab\_industry](/media/18114) [ Start learning ](https://eduspace.3ds.com/CompanionManager/up/?lexType=1&lang=en&lpId=226188&cls_aud=s&utm_source=null&utm_medium=pub_crs&utm_campaign=C226188#/lp-content) 3. Expand Your Knowledge **LEARNING PATH** **Learning Path Catalog** Browse lessons by topic. Learning paths **guide** you through multiple lessons for a complete **understanding**. [learning\_path\_catalogue](/media/18115) [ View learning path ](https://my.solidworks.com/training/catalog/list/1?category=f/db_record_subtype/Learning%20Paths) **TRAINING** **Lesson Catalog** Explore individual **learning modules** featuring videos tutorials, and quizzes to learn at your own pace. Choose from hundreds of lessons crafted by **SOLIDWORKS experts**. [lesson\_catalogue](/media/18116) [ Browse all lessons ](https://my.solidworks.com/training/catalog/list/1?category=f/db_record_subtype/Lessons) **PLATFORM WIKI** **SOLIDWORKS Learning Resources** - Getting Started Guide - SolidPractices - **3D**EXPERIENCE World Replays - User Assistance [sw\_learning\_resources](/media/18117) [ Explore the wiki ](https://r1132100503382-eu1-3dswym.3dexperience.3ds.com/community/swym:prd:R1132100503382:community:52?content=swym%3Aprd%3AR1132100503382%3Awikitree%3A501) Help & Support Resources Find solutions and answers right away with these resources ![](https://www.3ds.com/assets/invest/2024-08/swwebhelp_600x600.png) DOCUMENTATION [User Assistance: 3D Design](https://help.3ds.com/2024x/english/DSDoc/FrontmatterMap/dsdoc-r-SWX.htm?contextscope=cloud&id=d8bb76a7eb36408f9b771aef715ea87b) View details ![](https://www.3ds.com/assets/invest/2024-08/knowledgebase_600x600_0.png) DOCUMENTATION [Knowledge Base](https://support.3ds.com/knowledge-base/) View details ![](https://www.3ds.com/assets/invest/2024-08/swuserforum_600x600_0.png) DOCUMENTATION [SOLIDWORKS User Forum](https://r1132100503382-eu1-3dswym.3dexperience.3ds.com/community/swym:prd:R1132100503382:community:yUw32GbYTEqKdgY7-jbZPg) View details **Need Additional Help?** Contact Your Support Partner For technical help or any support enquiries, your assigned partner will provide **personalized guidance**. If Dassault Systèmes supports you directly, call a [Dassault Systèmes Customer Support Center.](https://www.3ds.com/support/contact-your-support-center/brand-support-call-centers/customer-support-center-solidworks) [ Find my support partner ](https://www.solidworks.com/how-to-buy/find-solidworks-reseller/) Report an Issue Access the 3DSupport App to submit a **service request** directly Contact your Security Administrator (usually the software purchaser) to assign the appropriate access. [ Learn more ](/support/3dsupport-app/discover-3dsupport-app) Support for Online Purchase Visit the **Support Center** to find resources about your online purchase, account management, and FAQs. [ Learn more ](/store/support-center/professionals) SOLIDWORKS Support Resources Get technical support with SOLIDWORKS® products, and explore ways to grow and share your skills [sw-processes-validate](/media/22375) [ Learn more ](https://www.solidworks.com/support/home) Haven’t purchased yet? To **get full access to SOLIDWORKS xDesign** and start using all features, you’ll need to purchase a license first. Explore the product details, compare options, and choose the plan that best fits your needs. [xdesign\_banner\_getstarted](/media/24588) [ Buy xDesign ](/store/solidworks-xdesign) ![gettingstarted_swcloud](https://www.3ds.com/assets/invest/2024-10/gettingstarted_swcloud_herobanner.jpg) Setup Learn Support SOLIDWORKS xDesign