Overview

Note:   For a hierarchal understanding of the Ansys DesignModeler application, see the Introduction.

The Ansys DesignModeler application's interface is similar to that of most other feature-based modelers.

The graphical user interface has five basic regions:

  1. Toolbars: Located at the top of the interface, there are nine toolbars.

  2. Tree Outline and Toolboxes: Located at the far left of the interface, the Tree Outline or Toolboxes are displayed depending on the mode of the application.

  3. Graphics Window: Located in the center of the interface, the Graphics window is proportionately the dominant region.

  4. Details View: Located in the bottom left corner of the interface, the Details View displays different types of information depending on the mode of the application.

  5. Status Bar: Located at the bottom of the interface, the status bar displays information about the current state of the application.