Solidworks | Host File Block

If you are reading an old tutorial from 2018 or 2020, the classic host file block will not work for SolidWorks 2023 SP2.0 or newer. Here is why:

Because the hosts file resides within the Windows system directory, editing it requires administrative elevation. Follow these structural steps to establish a reliable mapping: Step 1: Open Notepad as an Administrator Click the Windows . Type Notepad into the search bar. Solidworks Host File Block

To implement this workaround, follow these steps to ensure the file is correctly updated and not being blocked by system permissions: If you are reading an old tutorial from