Creating a Face List

Create a face list when you want to define a list of object faces. Creating a face list is a convenient way to identify and select a specific set of surfaces for a field plot or calculation. The same face can be included in several different lists.

To create a face list:

1. Make sure that the modeler is in face selection mode by pressing the shortcut key F.
2. Select the object faces you want to include in the face list.
3. Click Modeler > List > Create > Face List.

The face list is created. It is listed in the history tree under Lists. The default name is Facelistn. The lists appear in alphanumeric order. To change the name of a face list (for example, to a name describing the listed faces as ports or boundaries), select the list in the History Tree and Edit Properties. Editing the Name property changes the name. If necessary, the list order in the History tree changes for the new name.

The face list is treated as one selection of surfaces when you are plotting and performing fields calculations. The face list will be listed in the Geometry window of the Fields Calculator when you select Surface.