Comparing Models

You can compare different models side-by-side, such as design alternatives, or model progress.


Before you begin: Open a 3D Shape containing a geometrical set that is organized in display lists.
  1. From the Surfacing section of the action bar, click Compare .
  2. Select Display Lists.

    You can select any combination of:

    • Bodies
    • Geometrical Sets
    • Basic Features
    • Frames
    • Display Lists
    • Selection Sets

    The defined display lists appear on the source side (left).
  3. Select four display lists and click >.

    Note: You can select 2-6 items from the source side.
    Tip: Use Find to quickly find the required items.

    The selected items are added to the view side (right).
  4. Click Apply Views.
  5. Optional: To reorder the view list, drag-and-drop the items and click Apply Views.
  6. Optional: To swap the contents of two windows, click the boundary between them. This also changes the order of the view list.
  7. To switch back to the main view, click Single View.
  8. Click Compare to minimize the Compare panel.

    Notes: The panel state and the selected list content are stored within the model.