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7.7.2.1.14. Output 7.7.2.1.14.3. Generate image data/preview images
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7.7.2.1.14.3. Generate image data/preview images

7.7.2.1.14.3.1. Generate previews

7.7.2.1.14.3.1.1. Launch
7.7.2.1.14.3.1.2. Preferences
7.7.2.1.14.3.1.3. Alternative: Create preview images externally and then import

7.7.2.1.14.3.2. Export files

7.7.2.1.14.3.2.1. Tabbed page "Default options"
7.7.2.1.14.3.2.2. Tabbed page "View / Export"
7.7.2.1.14.3.2.3. Tabbed page "Extended"

	Note
Via the Generate image data/preview images command two basic functions are available: You can create the preview images used within the program. See Section 7.7.2.1.14.3.1, “ Generate previews ”.^[18] You have the option of exporting large amounts of parts in any export format to an assigned target directory at directory level. See Section 7.7.2.1.14.3.2, “ Export files ”. Export mode: Generate previews

Note

Via the Generate image data/preview images command two basic functions are available:

You can create the preview images used within the program. See Section 7.7.2.1.14.3.1, “ Generate previews ”.^[18]
You have the option of exporting large amounts of parts in any export format to an assigned target directory at directory level. See Section 7.7.2.1.14.3.2, “ Export files ”.

Export mode: Generate previews

	Note
	The file export per batch run is only possible with the respective License!

7.7.2.1.14.3.1. Generate previews

In the Part selection, a preview image is located in each catalog on catalog, directory and project level.

Preview images in the PARTdataManager

In the following the complete procedure for preview image creation is explained.

7.7.2.1.14.3.1.1. Launch

The function is located at project and directory level in PARTdataManager ^[19], as well as in PARTproject:

Launch in PARTdataManager

PARTdataManager -> Export files in batch run
Launch in PARTproject

PARTproject -> Export files in batch run

Note

PARTdataManager must be installed.

7.7.2.1.14.3.1.2. Preferences

7.7.2.1.14.3.1.2.1. "Default options" tabbed page

Export mode:

Select the Generate previews option.
Source directory

The source directory is automatically given. Usually the field entries do not change.

Via Browse ... you can adjust the path as desired.
- With subdirectories
  
  You may also include the subdirectories for creating preview images.
- With hidden projects
  
  You can include hidden projects for the preview generation optionally.

Export mode: Generate previews

Format / Version

In the list field, select the desired format. You have three formats available for creating a preview image:
- BMP
  
  If under Format the option BMP is selected, after confirming the selection by clicking OK, the dialog box Export in BMP format opens.
  
  A detailed description of the settings can be found under Section 3.1.2.1.2.4.1, “BMP GIF JPEG PNG TIFF ” in PARTsolutions / PARTcommunity4Enterprise - User manual.
- Maxwell Render
  
  If under Format the selection Maxwell Render is made, after confirming the settings by clicking on OK, the dialog box Export Maxwell Render format opens.
  
  A detailed description of the settings is found under Section 3.1.2.1.2.4.3, “Maxwell Render 3D ” in PARTsolutions / PARTcommunity4Enterprise - User manual. If under Render the selection Transfer to server is made, then the generation is running, supported by the module PARTrenderManager, which is also described in this section.
- POV-Ray
  
  Create your preview images in high quality with POV-Ray Rendering.
  
  Note
  
  For POV-Ray preview images you need your own license!
  
  If under Format the selection POV-Ray is made, after confirming the settings by clicking on OK, the dialog box Export in POV-Ray format opens.
  
  A detailed description of the settings can be found under Section 3.1.2.1.2.4.4, “POV-Ray 3D ” in PARTsolutions / PARTcommunity4Enterprise - User manual.
Version: Not to be used for Generate previews.
Preview:
- Mode:
  
  From the list field, select whether the batch run is to access project or directory level or both.
  - Projects
  - Projects and directories(single)
  - Projects and directories(grouped)
  - Directories(single)
  - Directories(grouped)
  - Example "Directories(grouped)"
    
    The selected directory "Pipes" contains the preview images of the first four subordinated projects.
    
    Preview image with setting "Grouped"
    
    Subordinated level of "Knobs"
  - Example "Single"
    
    The directory selected, "Belts" contains the preview image of the first subordinated project.
    
    Preview image with setting "Single"
    
    Subordinated level of "Belts"
- View: In the list field select the desired perspective for the preview images.
  - Isometric
  - Dimetric
  - Trimetric
  - Top
  - Bottom
  - Front
  - Back
  - Right
  - Left
  - Angle entry
    
    See Rotation.
- Automatic equal alignment:
  
  All parts are oriented to the X axis with their longest side. If there are two "longest" sides, then one side is randomly selected.
- Replace preview of the main folder
- Create Preview per line for pooldata(Only native parts)
  
  Note
  
  By default, this option has to be disabled, otherwise no preview images are generated.

If all settings are made, the please click the OK button.

	Warning
	When creating a new preview image, the existing is overwritten.

	Note
	After restarting PARTdataManager the created (or changed) preview images are displayed.

7.7.2.1.14.3.1.2.2. Tabbed page "View / Export"

View:

The dialog section View is deactivated by default.

In order to use it please activate the checkbox Define cutting plane.

In the list field, select the desired sectional plane and offset.
Rotation:

The Rotation section is only active, if, on the tabbed page Default options, under Preview -> View, the selection Angle entry has been made.
The Export section is deactivated when Generate previews is selected.

Export mode: Generate previews

Once all settings are made, please click OK.

	Warning
	A newly created preview image overwrites the old one!

	Note
	After restarting PARTdataManager the created (or changed) preview images are displayed.

7.7.2.1.14.3.1.2.3. "Extended" index page

Log file:

Storage location of text file in which the export process is protocolled.

The inserted default path shows to your personal user directory. Via Browse ... you can adjust the path.

Export mode: Generate previews -> "Extended" index page

When all settings are made, please click OK.

	Warning
	A newly created preview image overwrites the old one!

	Note
	After restarting PARTdataManager the created (or changed) preview images are displayed.

7.7.2.1.14.3.1.3. Alternative: Create preview images externally and then import

You can import externally created preview images (*.bmp, *.pra, *.tif) on directory or project level by clicking on Import.

Import preview images on directory or project level

Detailed information is found under Section 7.8.13, “Tabbed page Image ”.

7.7.2.1.14.3.2. Export files

With the help of the option Export files project files can be exported in a certain file format (CAD specific, image format, etc.) via batch run.

Since possible errors are logged, the export capability of PARTsolutions parts can be tested in advance.

In the following the setting options are explained in detail:

7.7.2.1.14.3.2.1. Tabbed page "Default options"

Export mode:

Select the Export files option.
Source directory

The source directory is automatically given. Normally you don't have to change the field entries.

Via browse button ... you can adjust the path as desired.
- With subdirectories
  
  You can include the subdirectories for the generation of preview images optionally.
- With hidden projects
  
  You can include hidden projects for the generation of preview images optionally.

Export mode: Export files

Format / Version

Select the desired format in the list field. (At certain formats the format can be specified via Version).

All native and neutral formats, image formats and special formats are available: Compare selectable formats in PARTdataManager, Export menu.

Detailed information on export formats is found under Section 3.1.2.1.2, “ Export to CAD systems without PARTsolutions interface - Export in file ” in PARTsolutions / PARTcommunity4Enterprise - User manual.
Preview:
- Background:
  
  Select a background from the list field for the preview image.
  
  Among others, you have the following available: 8.1, 9.0, Purist, blank, Metal, Wood and backgrounds close to the CAD system.
- Mode:
  
  When the option Export mode, Export files is selected, then this setting is inactive.
- View: In the list field select the desired perspective for the preview images.
  - Isometric
  - Dimetric
  - Trimetric
  - Top
  - Bottom
  - Front
  - Back
  - Right
  - Left
  - Angle entry
    
    See also Rotation.
- Replace preview of the main folder

7.7.2.1.14.3.2.2. Tabbed page "View / Export"

View:

The dialog section View is deactivated by default.

If needed activate the checkbox Define cutting plane.

Select the desired sectional plane and offset in the list field.
Rotation:

The dialog section Rotation is only then active, if on the tabbed page Default options, under Preview -> View the selection Angle entry has been made.

Export mode: Generate previews

Export:
- Determine a target directory for the export files via browse button ....
- With subdirectories
  
  You can include subdirectories for the generation of the export files optionally.
- Process only one row per project:
  
  Limit the read table lines to one characteristic per project file.
- Process value ranges:
  
  Project files with value ranges can be splitted by the declaration of a Stepping width. If this option is deactivated, only the currently set value (meaning one characteristic) is read.
  
  Note
  
  Do not choose a too little stepping width, because then too many characteristics are created!
- Names for exported files
  
  Select the desired option for the naming convention in the list field.
  
  The file name of the export file is composed according to the defined syntax. You can find some examples in the list field:
  
  E.g. Standard name NB, followed by VIEWNAME (e.g. Front view) and the file extension SUFFIX. Of course you can adjust this composition according to your preferences.

When all settings are made, then click on OK.

	Note
	After restarting PARTdataManager the created (or changed) preview images are displayed.

7.7.2.1.14.3.2.3. Tabbed page "Extended"

On the tabbed page Extended the dialog sections Log file and CSV filter are only then active by default, if the option Export files has been determined as Export mode.

Log file

Storage location of the text file, where the export procedure is logged.

The entered standard path points to your personal user directory. Via browse button ... you can adjust the path.

Export mode: Export files -> tabbed page "Extended"

When all settings are made, click on OK.

	Note
	After restarting PARTdataManager the created (or changed) preview images are displayed.

^[18]Under PARTsolutions V8.1, the command was called "Use view as preview image".

^[19]Only in developer mode. You can find detailed information on mode setting under Section 1.1.6.6.2.3.1, “ Key "IsAdmin" - User mode ” in PARTsolutions / PARTcommunity4Enterprise - Administration Manual.

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