2.9. Help Menu

The Help drop-down menu provides the following options.

FunctionDescription
Mechanical Help Displays the Help system in another browser window.
Mechanical Highlights - What's New? (Windows Platform Only)This option displays an illustrated review (via the File tab) of the release's new features and capabilities.
Mechanical Release Notes Open the release notes for the version of the application that you are running.
Usage Tips This option opens a window that provides several instructional slides describing the new features and functions of the current release.
Scripting - Quick Start Guide This option links to the introductory documentation for application scripting capabilities.
Ansys Product Improvement Program This option launches the dialog for the Ansys Product Improvement Program and enables you to either accept or decline the invitation to participate in the program.
About Mechanical Provides copyright and application version information.