Amapi 3D User Interface Map

The images below show the different modes for using Amapi 3D, in both the Standard Interface and in the Natural Design Interface mode.   These are settable in the Edit>>Preferences>>Workspace pulldown.

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Standard Interface Mode
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Natural Design Interface Mode

The Natural Design Interface (NDI) has three interface sets, which are displayed one at a time on the right of the Amapi 3D screen.  You toggle between the three interface sets (creation tools, manipulation tools and modification tools) by moving the mouse pointer to the extreme right side of the screen.

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Creation Tool Set

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Modeling Tool Set

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Assembling Tool Set

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Control Panel

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Assistant Palette

The Control Panel and Assistant Palettes are user settable, and can be disabled to expand your working area.  Go to the Edit>>Preferences pulldown for setting these on or off.

Basics : The Interface

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