how to change units in solidworks?
If you're using Solidworks 2012 then there's an even quicker option. In the lower right hand corner is a pull up menu that lists the units currently selected. Opening that menu will bring up all the available options.
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Step 1:
The menu is listed a "Custom" right now.
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Step 2:
Click the arrow next to Custom to get the menu to pop up. Then select the desired unit system.