The Replace File add-in is designed to integrate seamlessly into the Inventor Assembly environment, helping users quickly manage and update component references.

Workflow:

1. Open an Assembly: Launch Inventor and open the Assembly file (.IAM) containing the component(s) you need to replace.
2. Access the Tool: Locate the 'Replace File' button, typically found on a dedicated panel under the **Assemble** or **Tools** ribbon tab.
3. Select Component: Select the component (part or sub-assembly) in the Model Browser or the graphics area that you wish to replace.
4. Initiate Replacement: Click the 'Replace File' button to open the replacement dialog.
5. Choose New File: Browse and select the new Inventor part (.IPT) or assembly (.IAM) file.
6. Confirmation: The tool will replace the selected component(s) with the new file, maintaining existing constraints and relationships where applicable. A confirmation message will appear upon successful replacement.

Installation: The Replace File Add-in utilizes a standard Windows Installer (.msi/.exe).

1. Download the ReplaceFileSetup.msi file from the Autodesk App Store.
2. Double-click the installer file (e.g., 'ReplaceFileSetup.msi').
3. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation.
4. The add-in will automatically register itself with the supported versions of Inventor and will load the next time Inventor is launched.

Uninstallation:

1. Close all instances of Inventor.
2. Go to the Windows Control Panel or Settings -> Apps.
3. Find 'Replace File Add-in for Inventor' in the list of installed programs.
4. Click 'Uninstall' and follow the prompts to remove the software from your system.

### Legal Documents: * **End-User License Agreement (EULA):** A copy of the EULA is included with the installation package. The EULA governs the terms of use for this software. * **Privacy Policy:** For details regarding data collection and usage, please refer to our Publisher Privacy Policy linked on this product page. ### System Requirements: * Inventor [Specify Supported Versions, e.g., 2024 to 2026] * Microsoft Windows 10/11 (64-bit)

Currently, there are no major known issues affecting the core functionality of the Replace File add-in.