SolidWorks CAD drafting and modeling software can help transform design intent into manufacturable designs, but successful CAD drafting has its learning curve and challenges. If not addressed, these issues can impact productivity, accuracy, and the final product's integrity. The article provides strategies and tools to help drafters overcome these challenges and create detailed and comprehensive drawings for sheet metal parts manufacturing. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/overcoming-common-hurdles-solidworks-cad-drafting-ffrmf/