Find Objects Using Explorer Panel

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

To view 3D files:

1. Go to a project/shell tab, and switch to User mode.
2. Select a 3D file from your local system or
   • 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   • Select Document Manager, and then select Unpublished Documents.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.
3. In the 3D Files tab, select a 3D file to open it.
4. (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).
5. 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.