How does it handle GUI development?

It uses the BEGIN_GUI_DESCR section to define checkboxes, radio buttons, and conditional inputs for building user-friendly configuration interfaces.

What is SmartAssembly in the context of PTC Creo?

SmartAssembly is SIGMAXIM's proprietary scripting language used to automate parametric modeling, component assembly, and drawing generation within PTC Creo Parametric.

Does it support data integration from external sources?

Absolutely. It supports Excel integration (EXCEL_* commands) and JSON manipulation for data exchange via REST APIs.

Can this skill help with UDF creation?

Yes, it provides specific patterns for the CREATE_UDF command, including dynamic path handling, reference mapping, and post-creation dimension manipulation.

What kind of file format does SmartAssembly use?

SmartAssembly logic is primarily written in .tab files, which follow a structured format including GUI, table, and assembly description sections.

SmartAssembly for PTC Creo Automation

Name: SmartAssembly for PTC Creo Automation
Author: dmdorta1111

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Productivity & Workflow

Automates PTC Creo Parametric workflows and manufacturing processes using SIGMAXIM's SmartAssembly scripting language.

SmartAssembly is a specialized scripting tool designed for industrial-grade automation within PTC Creo Parametric. This skill empowers Claude to assist with the entire lifecycle of SmartAssembly (.tab) development, including complex geometry analysis, UDF generation, and multi-stage GUI design. Whether you are automating industrial kitchen equipment design or streamlining manufacturing exports, this skill provides expert guidance on syntax, error handling, and integration with external data sources like Excel, JSON, and REST APIs.

Key Features

01Generate and debug SmartAssembly (.tab) script logic and structure

02Automate User Defined Feature (UDF) creation and reference management

03Design dynamic, conditional GUIs for parametric design configuration

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05Integrate CAD workflows with Excel, JSON, and external REST APIs

06Streamline manufacturing outputs including technical drawings and PDF exports

Use Cases

01Automating the assembly and configuration of complex modular industrial equipment

02Generating batch manufacturing documentation and PDF drawing sets from 3D model parameters

03Building data-driven design tools that connect CAD models to external BOM or ERP systems

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add dmdorta1111/jac-v1 smartassembly

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