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  • How do I recognize my position at directory level and how can I change to another level?
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  • How can I filter for certain variables in the table view?
    Use the filter, especially for parts with many rows (characteristics), in order to minimize the number of displayed rows.  Follow t...

    Use the filter, especially for parts with many rows (characteristics), in order to minimize the number of displayed rows.
     

    Follow the steps listed below to filter for certain variables:
     

    1. Make sure that your are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS and search for the required part.
       

    2. At directory level select product groups as long as a concrete assembly or concrete single part has been specified and choose an assembly or a single part.
       

    3. For tables with many values (columns) switch into Full screen mode by clicking on the icon .
       



      -> By clicking the icon you return to the standard view.
       

    4. Click on the filter symbol in the column header of the respective variable with which you want to filter.
       




      -> The dialog area with the Filter settings opens.
       



    5. Make your preferred settings. Then click on Apply to confirm your entries.
       




      -> If you want to change your entries click on Reset. If you want to return without changes click on x.
       



      -> Only CAD models are shown which correspond to the filter settings.
       



    6. In order to delete the filter settings, click on Remove all filters.
       

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  • Why do I get the error message "No valid ticket" and what can I do?
    You probably have reached the daily download limit, your account is not activated or the tickets are not enabled for your account. Pleas...

    You probably have reached the daily download limit, your account is not activated or the tickets are not enabled for your account.

    Please contact CADENAS support or the support of the partner portal directly.

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  • Why do I get the error message "E-Mail not allowed" and how can I solve the problem?
    Please add the domains *.partcommunity.com  *.partserver.de  to your list of trusted websites:  eg. Internet Explor...

    Please add the domains

    *.partcommunity.com 

    *.partserver.de 

    to your list of trusted websites:
     

    eg.

    Internet Explorer -> Tools -> Internet Options -> Security -> Trusted Sites
     







    Alternatively you can also try to use a different browser.

    Contact your local IT for help changing settings if necessary!
     

    If the proposals do not work please contact the support of the partner portal directly, because sometimes Free mail addresses like abc@gmx.de are blocked by our partner portals.

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  • How can I send the chosen CAD model to my e-mail address and import it into the CAD system?
    Follow the steps listed below to send a CAD model to your e-mail address.  Make sure that you are in the dialog area 3D CA...

    Follow the steps listed below to send a CAD model to your e-mail address.
     

    1. Make sure that you are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS and navigate to the required part.
       

    2. In the dialog area Download CAD models under Edit CAD formats -> Add CAD formats, select the transfer mode email by clicking into the option field. Then define one or more CAD formats and confirm your entries by clicking on Save.
       



      -> The view returns to the dialog area Generation options / Selected formats. Confirm your entries by clicking on Save.
       

    3. Under Actions, click on Generate CAD MODEL.
       




      ->       The information dialog Generating CAD models opens.


      Note

      All formats selected under Download CAD models (dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS) -> Edit CAD formats ->Selected Formats are generated. 

      As long as the generation is running, is shown. 

       

    4. As soon as the generation has completed, you will get informed by the note Check your emails that the component was sent by e-mail.
       



      If you close this window, further CAD models can be selected.
       

      Furthermore all generated CAD models are listed under Download CAD models.
       



      In the column Actions, the following icons are displayed:
       

      •   Remove: By clicking on the link you can remove parts from the list, which are no longer                                                        needed.
         

      •   Info: Specific part information
         

    5. After clicking on the link Info specific part information is displayed:
       

      • Preview image

      • Part description

      • Status information about generation

        Generation in progress

        Generation successful
        		Generation not successful. A corresponding error message shows up.

         

      •   Status information concerning e-mail distribution

      • Formats:

        All formats activated under Download CAD models (dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS) -> Edit CAD formats -> Selected formats are generated and listed here now.
         

        For some formats you can get some CAD specific information by clicking the Info-Icon .

        The same Info icon you can find underDownload CAD models -> Actions.
         

      • Level of Detail

      • Generation date

      • Language

      •   to overview all currently available models.
         

    In order to import models into the CAD system, do the following:
     

    1. Open your e-mail account.

    2. Temporarily save the attached ZIP file anywhere.

    3. Unpack the files with WINZIP or a similar program.

    4. Import the file into your CAD system.

      For some formats, you can receive some CAD specific information by clicking on the Info icon  under Formats.

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  • Why is my emailaddress blocked?
    You are using an emailaddress from a freemailer?Emailaddresses hosted by so called freemailers eg. @freenet., @gmail. and so on,are gener...

    You are using an emailaddress from a freemailer?

    Emailaddresses hosted by so called freemailers eg. @freenet., @gmail. and so on,
    are generally blocked for security- and/ or costsreasons by some catalogsproviders.
     

    In case you do not use a freemailer, please take into account:

    Other providers enable the download generally after emailauthentification.

    ! If you want your emailaddress to be unblocked please contact the catalogprovider directly !

     

    Attention: 

    Please check if the website is not blocked generally by some internal securitypolicies
    at your site. Please make sure, that *cadenas.de and (!) *partserver.de and (!) *partcommunity.com is listed under "trusted sites" in your browsersettings!

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  • How can I directly integrate the chosen CAD model into the CAD system?
    Follow the steps listed below to integrate the chosen CAD model into your CAD system directly:  Make sure that you are in the d...

    Follow the steps listed below to integrate the chosen CAD model into your CAD system directly: 

    1. Make sure that you are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS and navigate to the required part.
       

    2. In the dialog area Download CAD models under Edit CAD formats -> Add CAD formats, select the transfer mode directIntoCad by clicking into the option field. Then define the CAD system and confirm your entries by clicking on Save.
       




      -> The view returns to the dialog area Generation options / Selected formats. Confirm your entries by clicking on Save.
       

    3. Under Actions, click on Generate CAD model.
       



      -> The information dialog Generating CAD models opens.

      Note

      All formats activated under Download CAD models(dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS) -> Edit CAD formats -> Selected Formats are generated and listed here now.
      As long as the generation is running,  is shown.

       

    4. As soon as the generation has completed, you can submit the CAD models to the CAD system in this window directly by clicking the link Direct integration.
       



      If you close this window, further CAD models can be selected.

      Furthermore all generated CAD models are listed under Download CAD models.
       



      -> In the transfer mode Direct integration into CAD system the link text in the column Actions will be the following:
       

      • Direct integration
         

      In addition the following is shown:
       

      • Remove: By clicking on the link you can remove parts from the list, which are no longer required.

      • Info: Specific part information.
         

    5. By clicking the link Info specific part information is displayed:
       

      • Preview image

      • Part description

      • Status information for generation

        Generation in progress

        Generation successful
        		Generation not successful. A corresponding error message shows up.

      • Status information on Direct integration

      • Formats:

        PART2cad

        -> For some formats you can get some CAD specific information by clicking the Info icon . The same Info-icon you can find under Download CAD models -> Actions.

      • Level of Detail

      • Generation date

      • Language

      • to overview all currently available models.
         

    6. Click on the link Direct integration or the symbol , in order to load parts into the CAD system.


      Note

      The application component PART2cad is required at the workstation when using direct integration.
       

      Install it during the first run. The necessary installer opens automatically.

      The installer itself needs Java.
       

      -> Once Java is installed the PART2cad installation will start. If Java is not installed, there will be no Java logo displayed. In this case click on the link Click here and install Java.
       



      -> Warning messages may show up. Let the component PART2cad install.

      During the first run the direct integration PART2cad will be downloaded.
       



      Following runs will open the dialog Transferring model to CAD. No user interaction is necessary.
       



      Note

      Please note the following selection dialog for the version name of the CAD system. 
       

    7. In the drop-down menu select the CAD version where the model is to be transferred. Confirm the selection with Choose.
       




      Note

      Keep in mind that the CAD system has to be started.

      -> A dialog box "Export ..." is opened to select the destination directory.
       



    8. Select the preferred destination directory. Use ... to browse. Confirm your entries by clicking Ok.
       

      -> The model is transferred to the CAD system.
       




      Note

      When the transfer to the CAD system is finished a message will be shown.Please note the following selection dialog for the version name of the CAD system. 



      -> The part has been imported in the CAD system.
       

      If the CAD system is not started or the wrong version was chosen, an error message will be shown.
       

     

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  • How can I download the chosen CAD model and import it into the CAD system?
    Follow the steps listed below to download a CAD model:  Make sure that you are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS and navigate ...

    Follow the steps listed below to download a CAD model:
     

    1. Make sure that you are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS and navigate to the required part.
       

    2. In the dialog area Download CAD models under Edit CAD formats -> Add CAD formats, select the transfer mode download by clicking into the option field. Then define one or more CAD formats and confirm your entries by clicking on Save.
       



      -> The view returns to the dialog area Generation options / Selected formats. Confirm your entries by clicking on Save.
       

    3. Under Actions click on Generate CAD model.
       



      -> The information dialog Generating CAD models opens.


      Note

      All formats selected under Download CAD models (dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS)
      ->       Edit CAD formats -> Selected Formats are generated. As long as the generation is running is shown.
        

    4. As soon as the generation has completed, the CAD models can be downloaded in this window directly. For this click on Download.
       



      If you close this window, further CAD models can be selected.

      Furthermore all generated CAD models are listed under Download CAD models.
       



      -> At the transfer mode CAD models to download, in the column Actions, the link text will be the following:
       

      • Download
         

      In addition the following is shown:
       

      • Remove: By clicking on the link you can remove parts from the list, which are no longer required.

      • Info: Specific part informations (see the next point).
         

    5. After clicking on the link Info specific part information is displayed:

      • Preview image

      • Part description

      • Status information about generation

        Generation in progress

        Generation successful
        		Generation not successful. A corresponding error message shows up.

         

      • Status information about download

      • Formats:

        For some formats you can get some CAD specific information by clicking the
        Info icon .
        The same Info icon you can find under Download CAD models -> Actions.

      • Level of Detail

      • Generation date

      • Language

      • to overview of all currently available models.

         

    In order to import the models into the CAD system, do the following:
     

    1. Click on the Download link or the symbol .

      -> The File download window opens in order to determine the storage location.

    2. Temporarily save the attached ZIP file anywhere.

    3. Unpack the files with WINZIP or a similar program.

    4. Import the file into your CAD system.

      For some formats, you can receive exact CAD-specific information by clicking on the Info icon under Formats.

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  • How can I receive a 2D preview of my chosen CAD model?
    As soon as a CAD model has been selected, in the dialog area CAD model preview the Dimension diagram tabbed page show...

    As soon as a CAD model has been selected, in the dialog area CAD model preview the 
    Dimension diagram tabbed page shows the 2D views.

    Note 
     

    Always a default dimension view is displayed (created for a middle row) and this may differ from your selected part.
     

    1. Under Actions click on Dimension diagram to get 2D views of the chosen part.
       



    2. Click on Dimensioning views.
       



    3. By clicking on a Preview you can select the desired dimensioning view.
       



      Note

      By clicking on Dimensioning views again you can hide the preview selection. 



    4. In the toolbar, move the mouse pointer over the icons in order to receive information about the icons.
       

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  • How can I change the level of detail of the CAD models?
    Under 3D CAD CATALOGS you have the possibility to define the level of detail.  Make sure that your are in the dialog area ...

    Under 3D CAD CATALOGS you have the possibility to define the level of detail.
     

    1. Make sure that your are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS. 
       

    2. On the right side under Actions, click on Edit CAD formats.
       


      ->       The following dialog area shows up: 
       

      • Generation options (Level of Detail)

      • Selected Formats (Add CAD formats)
         



    3. Define the Level of Detail.
       


      Note       
      The setting refers to the CAD model.
      The display in the 3D view is always "high".

    4.  Confirm your entries with Save. 

      -> The level of detail has been changed. 
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  • How can the geometric search be carried out (based on a catalog part)?
    Follow the steps listed below to carry out the geometric similarity search: Make sure that you are in the dialog area 3D CAD ...

    Follow the steps listed below to carry out the geometric similarity search:

    1. Make sure that you are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS and search for the required part.

    2. At directory level  select product groups as long as a concrete assembly  or concrete single part  has been specified. Select the desired part by clicking into the option button before the desired row.

       

    3.  Click on Geometrical Search.

       

      -> The similar parts found are listed in the dialog area Results.

       

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  • How can I adjust the value range fields in the variable view?
    Some parts contain value range fields. In order to completely specify the part, a selection must be made in the value range fields. ...

    Some parts contain value range fields. In order to completely specify the part, a selection must be made in the value range fields.
     

    The settings are made in the Variables section.
     

    Follow the steps listed below to set the value ranges:
     

    1. Make sure that you are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS and search for the required part.  

    2. At directory level  select product groups as long as a concrete assembly  or concrete single part  has been specified. Select the desired part by clicking into the option button before the desired row.

    3. Click on the part description in order to reach the variable view.  



       -> You will recognize the value range fields based on their yellow background color.




      There are different types of value range fields:

      - List fields
      Using the arrow  open the value range field and select the desired value. 


       

      Then select the desired value.

       
       
      - Input fields or selection via slider
      Enter the desired value manually or set it using the slider in the given area.





      Note
      Inputs outside of the allowed value range are automatically corrected.  

       
      - Value range fields with images
      Some catalogs support images for variant selection. 




       Click on the image in order to set another value.



      -> A dialog opens for choosing the characteristic per image.



      Select the desired variant by clicking on the image.



      -> It is reloaded into the variable view.



      If you do not want to take over the changes, click on x.



      The part is now completely specified.

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  • How can I define the characteristic of the part?
    Follow the steps listed below to define the characteristic of the part:  Make sure that you are in the dialog area 3D CAD ...

    Follow the steps listed below to define the characteristic of the part:
     

    1. Make sure that you are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS and search for the required part.

    2. At directory level  select product groups as long as a concrete assembly  or concrete single part  has been specified and choose an assembly or a single part.
       

    3. Define the characteristic of the part, by clicking into the option field of the desired row.
       



      -> A default view of the selected model which may differ from the selected characteristic, is displayed under CAD model preview.

      Note

      If you want to view an exact replication of the characteristic, under  Actions click on Generate preview.
       

    4. Switch to the variable view by clicking on the part description.
       



    5. The variable view shows all important data of a specific characteristic in a compact form.
       



      -> Click on Back to return to the table view.
       




      Note

      For parts with value range fields, the variable view helps allocate the values.
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  • How can I generate a PDF datasheet?
    Follow the steps listed below to generate a PDF datasheet: Make sure that you are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS and select t...

    Follow the steps listed below to generate a PDF datasheet:

    1. Make sure that you are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS and select the desired catalog. 
    2. At directory level  select product groups as long as a concrete assembly  or concrete single part  has been specified. 

      -> As soon as a concrete row has been determined, a 3D view and dimensional drawings are loaded under CAD model preview. 
       
    3. Under Actions, click on Generate PDF datasheet. 



    4. The information dialog Generation CAD models opens. 



      Note

      If the CAD model shall be generated in several formats under Format selection there is the possibility to choose the format PDF Datasheet additionally. By holding down the CTRL key, you can make multiple selections.

       

    5. Under Actions, click on Generate CAD model.



    6. The information dialog Generating CAD models opens.  



      -> The generation was started.

      The following symbols show the generation status:

      Active generation

      Generation erroneous

      Generation successfull. Part ready for download.


      Note

      The pregenerated 3D PDF corresponds to a sample part (created for a mid-row with standard setting) and may differ from your selected part. 

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  • How can I define the generation type?
    Under 3D CAD CATALOGS you have the possibility to chooses CAD formats and to define the handing over mode into the CAD system.  1. ...
    Under 3D CAD CATALOGS you have the possibility to chooses CAD formats and to define the handing over mode into the CAD system.
     
    1. Make sure that you are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS.
    2. On the right side under Actions, click on Edit CAD formats
     


    -> The following dialog are shows up: 
     
       - Generation options (Level of Detail)
       - Selected Formats (Add CAD formats)
     
     
     
    3. Click on Add CAD formats.
     
     
    -> The settings area for Generation type and Format selection opens.
     
    Generation type and Format selection The following formats for 3D CAD models and 2D CAD models are available (license dependent): ADEM | Alibre Design | Architectural Desktop | AutoCAD | BMP (2D View) | BMP (3D View) | CADCEUS | CADISON | CADdy | CadKey | Cadra | CATIA | Cimatron | CoCreate Modeling | Creo Elements/Direct Modeling | Creo Elements/Pro | Creo Parametric | DWF | DWG | DXF | Geomagic Design | Helix | HiCAD | Ideas | IGES | IntelliCAD | Inventor | IRONCAD | JPEG (2D View) | JPEG (3D View) | KeyCreator | KOMPAS | LogoCAD | Mastercam | Mechanical Desktop | Medusa | MegaCAD | MI | Microstation | NX | One Space Modeling | Parasolid | PDF 3D | PDF Datasheet | Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire | PRO-Desktop | SAT | Solid Designer | Solid Edge | SolidThinking | SolidWorks | SpaceClaim | STEP | STL | SVG | thinkdesign | TIFF (2D View) | TopSolid | TurboCAD | Unigraphics | Vectorworks | VDI | VISI | VX
     
    4. First determine the desired generation type. Click into the desired option field.
     

    -> In the dialog area  Format selection select a format or several formats.
     
     
     
    5. Click on Save.
     

    -> The view changes back to the dialog area Generation options / Selected formats.
     
    In the dialog area Selected Formats you can see your current selection. 
    In addition to that under Actions you can define the Level of Detail.  
     
     
     
    6. Confirm your entries with Save.
     
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  • How can I receive a 3D preview of my chosen CAD model?
    As soon as a part has been specified, the 3D preview shows up in the CAD model preview area CAD model preview. NoteA pregenerated d...

    As soon as a part has been specified, the 3D preview shows up in the CAD model preview area CAD model preview.


    Note

    A pregenerated default preview is shown, which may differ from your current selection. If you want to see the fitting 3D view, that matches your characteristics, click on Generate preview in the Actions dialog ara.

     

    The following explains the individual buttons of the 3D view: 

     



       

    Line view    

     
     

       

    Shaded view    

     
     

      

    Shaded view with edges    

       

        Zoom all

        Die Darstellung wird im Fenster mittig eingepasst.

        Animation

        Show texts and classes 

        7 Ansichten:

        Front, Back, Left, Right, Top, Bottom, Isometric
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  • How can I generate a CAD model?
    Follow the steps listed below to generate your desired part:  Make sure that your are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS&nbs...

    Follow the steps listed below to generate your desired part:
     

    1. Make sure that your are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS and select the desired catalog.

    2. At directory level select product groups as long as a concrete assembly or concrete single part has been specified.

       

      -> A soon as a concrete row has been determined, a 3D view and dimensional drawings are loaded under CAD model preview.

       

    3. In the dialog area Download CAD models under Actions define the generation type and the desired CAD formats by clickingEdit CAD formats.

    4. Under Actions click on Generate CAD MODEL.

    5. The information dialog Generating CAD models opens.



      ->       The generation of CAD models was started.
       

      The following icons show the generation status:
       

      Active generation

      Generation erroneous
      Generation successful. Part ready for download.
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  • How can I select a CAD model?
    Follow the steps listed below to reach your desired part: Make sure that your are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS. Select th...

    Follow the steps listed below to reach your desired part:

    1. Make sure that your are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS.

    2. Select the Catalog.

      Note

      While browsing the directory levels, click on the logo/image or the link.
      With Back you reach the previous level.
      WithHome you reach the catalog selection at the highest level.

       

    3. After you have selected a catalog, you may now select the catalog language.

      Note

      Catalog language and language for the user interface can be set differently. 

    4. At directory level  select product groups as long as a concrete assembly  or concrete single part  has been specified.

    5. Choose an assembly or a single part.

    6. As soon as a concrete row has been determined, a 3D view and dimensional drawings are loaded under CAD model preview.

    7. Define the characteristic of the part, by clicking into the option button before the desired row.

      Note

      No value range fields will be shown in the variable view.
      As soon as you are located in the table view and a row has been selected, the generation of a CAD model is possible (only useful if there are no value range fields to be set).

    8. Variable view (possibly set value ranges)

      In order to reach the variable view, click on the part link or preview image.

      -> You can now see all variables in list form.

      In case value range fields are available - you will recognize this by the yellow-highlighted fields - use the arrow  button in order to open these fields and select the desired value and simply enter it directly into the input area (alternatively also possible using a slider).

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  • How can I select a CAD format?
    Under 3D CAD CATALOGS you have the possibility to choose CAD formats and to define the handing over mode in the CAD system. &n...

    Under 3D CAD CATALOGS you have the possibility to choose CAD formats and to define the handing over mode in the CAD system.

     

    1. Make sure that your are in the dialog area 3D CAD CATALOGS. 
       

    2. On the right side under Actions, click on Edit CAD formats.
       


      ->       The following dialog area shows up: 
       

      • Generation options (Level of Detail)

      • Selected Formats (Add CAD formats)
         



    3. Define the Level of Detail.
       


      Note       
      The setting refers to the CAD model.
      The display in the 3D view is always "high".

          

    4. Click on Add CAD formats.
       


      -> The settings area for Generation type and Format selection opens.
       

      Generation type and Format selection The following formats for 3D CAD models and 2D CAD models are available (license dependent): ADEM | Alibre Design | Architectural Desktop | AutoCAD | BMP (2D View) | BMP (3D View) | CADCEUS | CADISON | CADdy | CadKey | Cadra | CATIA | Cimatron | CoCreate Modeling | Creo Elements/Direct Modeling | Creo Elements/Pro | Creo Parametric | DWF | DWG | DXF | Geomagic Design | Helix | HiCAD | Ideas | IGES | IntelliCAD | Inventor | IRONCAD | JPEG (2D View) | JPEG (3D View) | KeyCreator | KOMPAS | LogoCAD | Mastercam | Mechanical Desktop | Medusa | MegaCAD | MI | Microstation | NX | One Space Modeling | Parasolid | PDF 3D | PDF Datasheet | Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire | PRO-Desktop | SAT | Solid Designer | Solid Edge | SolidThinking | SolidWorks | SpaceClaim | STEP | STL | SVG | thinkdesign | TIFF (2D View) | TopSolid | TurboCAD | Unigraphics | Vectorworks | VDI | VISI | VX

      Generation type and Format selection [1]
       

    5. First determine the desired generation type. Click into the desired option field.
       

    6. Select a format or several formats. By holding down the CTRL key, you can make multiple selections. 
       


      Note
      Max. 10 formats (in total for all generation types) is possible.
       

    7. Click on Save.
       



      -> The view changes back to the dialog area Generation options / Selected formats.

          In the dialog area Selected formats you can see your current selection.
       




    8. Confirm your entries with Save.
       


      Note
      You can now repeat the format selection for another generation mode if desired.
      Go back to Add CAD formats.
      -> The current format selection is shown.
       
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  • How can I search for parts by sketch?
    You can conduct a search based on self-drawn sketches.   NoteFor a successful search, the part should be represented by at least 2...

    You can conduct a search based on self-drawn sketches.

     

    Note
    For a successful search, the part should be represented by at least 2 views (for example: top, right).  

     

    1. Click on Advanced Search.

      -> A drop down menu opens.

    2. Choose Sketch 2D.

    3. Open the list field by arrow button and select the catalog which you want to search through.

    4. In order to draw the first sketch, click on the desired view (Top, Front, Side).

    5. Select black as your color.

    6. Select the circle function.

    7. With your left mouse button, click into the center of the sketch and pull open a black circle by holding down the left mouse button.

    8. Change your color to white.

    9. With the left mouse button, click into the midpoint of the sketch and pull open a smaller white circle whilst holding down the left mouse button.

    10. Change the color back to black.

    11. Change tool to paintbrush.

    12. Set the line thickness to 14.

    13. Draw the spokes.

    14. Click into the next view box in order to make your second sketch. Draw a second version of the hand wheel. The settings are already set correctly.

    15. Click on Search.

      Note
      After a search was conducted, the created sketches are saved and are available for use upon next launch (in the current situation they are available for use until you log off)
       

    16. The search results are listed.

    17. Open the first hit.

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