Comparing Models

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

The command shows the main view multiple times in a tiled arrangement. Each view displays a different geometrical set, display list, frame, or other selection. The views are identical in orientation and appearance.

Before you begin: Open a 3D Shape containing a geometrical set that is organized in display lists.
See Also
Organizing Elements
  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.
    The work area switches to the tiled view.

  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. Optional: To switch between a horizontal and a vertical layout, use the Tile Preference option.
  8. Optional: To show more views, add another item and click Apply Views.
  9. To switch back to the main view, click Single View.
  10. Click Compare to minimize the Compare panel.

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