Solidworks Could Not Initialize The Feature Works Application -

If running as administrator fixed the problem temporarily, you need to make it permanent.

Here is a guide to getting FeatureWorks back up and running. 1. Check Your Add-In Settings If running as administrator fixed the problem temporarily,

Let's fix them.

: This is a common culprit when importing files (like STEP files) because it maintains a reference that interferes with Feature Recognition. Go to Tools > Options > System Options . Select Import . Uncheck Enable 3D Interconnect . you cannot easily modify imported parts.

FeatureWorks analyzes this dumb solid and "recognizes" parametric features. It converts imported bodies into editable Solidworks features. Without FeatureWorks, you cannot easily modify imported parts. If running as administrator fixed the problem temporarily,