Tools Area

The Tools section of the action bar provides app-specific commands for reviewing, measuring, and sectioning the existing models and exploring relationships between object.

For information about standard commands in this area, see 3DEXPERIENCE Native Apps: Standard Area.

Volume Query
Filters objects in a validated volume (box, sphere, proximity).
See Filtering a Structure Using a Volume Query .


Relations
Navigates on product structure instantiation links and on classification links.
See Exploring Relationships Between Objects.
Filter
Lets you create a new filter or open an existing filter.

When the filter is open and you refresh the browser, instead of already loaded filter the complete product on which the filter is created is opened.

See Advanced Filtering .


Authoring Mode
Lets you switch from index mode to authoring mode, and vice-versa.


3D Grid
Displays a 3D grid along X,Y,Z axis system to help you locate assembly components without storing or loading specific data or activating lineic element display.
See Displaying and Editing the 3D Grid.
Print
Prints the current view using your browser's standard print feature.


Preferences
Provides options for customizing the options to open and display the interferences simulation.
See Customizing App-specific Preferences.