Nitro-CELL Excel Add-In Installation & Overview
Overview
This video covers the installation and initial setup of the Nitro-CELL Excel Add-In, which provides the toolbar and commands needed to automate PTC Creo Parametric from Microsoft Excel. The walkthrough begins with downloading and running the installer, configuring the add-in to connect with a running Creo session, and exploring the Nitro-CELL ribbon that appears in Excel after installation. The video highlights key toolbar buttons including the connection status indicator, execution controls, and worksheet management tools. It also covers basic troubleshooting for common installation issues and verifying the add-in loads correctly on Excel startup.
Key Steps
- Download the Nitro-CELL installer from the SLI website
- Run the installer and follow the setup wizard prompts
- Launch Excel and verify the Nitro-CELL ribbon appears
- Connect the add-in to a running Creo Parametric session
- Explore the toolbar buttons and basic command entry workflow
Tips
- Ensure Excel is closed during installation for a clean setup
- The add-in requires a running Creo session to execute commands
- Check the connection status indicator before running any automation