How can you quickly measure the distance between two points in a SolidWorks model?

Using the Measure tool from the Evaluate tab is an effective way to quickly measure the distance between two points in a SolidWorks model. This tool allows users to select various entities, including edges, vertices, and faces, to obtain precise measurements. When you activate the Measure tool, it brings up a dialog that provides not only the linear distance between the selected points but also angles, areas, and more, depending on what entities you are measuring. This feature is particularly useful for getting quick and accurate measurements without needing to create additional dimensions in the model or sketch.

The Smart Dimension tool is primarily used for adding dimensions to sketches and is not as suitable for measuring between points in a 3D model directly. The right-click measure option can be helpful, but it is generally part of the interactive process rather than a dedicated tool. Lastly, while holding down the control key to select multiple points can offer some functionality, it does not inherently provide a measurement tool; without the context of a measurement command, this action alone won't yield a distance measurement.