Aids

In this chapter you will find the description of objects, procedures, as well as tips & tricks, the consistent use of which will significantly contribute to making the designs of your front panels effective, elegant, and – not least – help you avoid certain errors during their implementation.

Grid points	The definition of a suitable grid serves the simple placement of objects
Flexible origin	A flexibly movable origin is a substantial aid in the implementation of complex dimensions
Viewing options	The screen display can be customized in many ways
3D view	Three-dimensional representation of your front panel in a separate window
Selecting	Without selecting, no editing – how single or multiple objects can be selected
File Management	Manage front panel files, shopping carts and macro databases
Calculator	All of the input fields for numeric values interpret multiplication and addition = calculator
Print	Printout of freely scalable views in full or outline mode
Groups & macros	Actions can be performed on jointly selected objects if they have been grouped
Programming interface (API)	Creating and editing front panels using JavaScript functions
Measuring function	Measure distances and angles between points