PDMShell Free vs Premium
PDMShell comes in two editions: Free for light use and Premium for full automation in SOLIDWORKS PDM.
Overview
| Edition | Description |
|---|---|
| Free | Ideal for testing and small jobs. search returns up to 5 items, and runscript runs scripts up to 5 lines. |
| Premium | Full access with unlimited search results, unlimited scripting, workflow automation, and the PDMShell add-in. |
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Free | Premium |
|---|---|---|
search result limit |
5 items | Unlimited |
runscript script length |
5 lines | Unlimited |
All search commands |
Yes, limited to 5 results | Yes, unlimited |
printfromsource, getvar |
Yes | Yes, unlimited |
| Workflow & transitions | No | Yes |
| PDMShell add-in | No | Yes |
| Automation scripting | Yes, limited to 5 script lines | Yes, unlimited |
| Alias & renaming | Yes | Yes |
| Priority support | No | Full |
| Commercial use | Yes, non-resellers only | Yes |
| Reseller use | No | Yes |
| Cost | Free | Paid |
Free Edition
Perfect for evaluation, quick lookups, and validation tasks.
Limits: search returns up to 5 items, and runscript runs scripts up to 5 lines.
Note: Resellers, VARs, and service partners may not use PDMShell to perform migration, cleanup, or automation work for customers without special licensing permission from Blue Byte Systems Inc.
Note
The PDMShell add-in is available only with PDMShell Premium. The Free edition can run supported command-line features within its limits, but it does not include the PDM add-in, right-click menu scripts, event trigger points, add-in permissions, or add-in conditions.
Warning
If you are a reseller, VAR, consultant, or service partner, you cannot use PDMShell to perform customer migrations, vault cleanup, batch automation, or paid customer services unless your license agreement explicitly allows it. Contact Blue Byte Systems Inc for special licensing permission.
Example:
printfromsource -filePath "source.csv" -csv "output.csv"
Buy Premium
To buy a Premium PDMShell license, visit: http://bluebyte.biz/product/pdmshell