Find Objects Using Explorer Panel

You can find or hide specific objects using the Model Explorer Panel.

To view 3D files:

Go to a project/shell tab, and switch to User mode.
Select a 3D file from your local system or
In the left Navigator, select any of the following nodes:
- Select Document Manager, and then select Documents.
- Select Document Manager, and then select Unpublished Documents.
- Select Tasks, and open a business process:
  1. Select the Attachments tab, and then select a 3D file attachment.
  2. Right-click a 3D file, and then select Open.
In the 3D Files tab, select a 3D file to open it.
(Optional) Perform any of the following actions:
- To maximize and view the file, select Fullscreen.
- To show or hide the files in the current folder, select File Type ( ).
- To view the revision history, select History.
- To close the 3D file, select Close (X).
To use the Model Explorer Panel:
1. Load the model you want to view.
2. Navigate to the viewpoint you want to view.
3. From the toolbar, select Explorer ( ).
4. Perform any of the following actions:
  - To filter objects, type your search criteria in the search bar next to the magnifying glass.
  - To expand search results, select Expand All.
  - To collapse search results, select Collapse All.
  - To expand and view the models returned in your search, select the drop-down nodes nested under the project name and folder.
  - To view a model or model component, double-click the file name.