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Highlight fields in the Expressions dialog.

Highlight fields in the Expressions dialog.

Highlight fields in the Expressions dialog.

(OP)
I have a question regarding the “Expressions” interface window.

Is it possible to have certain text fields highlighted, for easier/quicker identification? (For example could the "length" and "engage_min" fields be highlighted.)

If so, could someone please explain the process or attach a link to the appropriate help article?

Thank you, in advance.
Ken.
Version 10.3

RE: Highlight fields in the Expressions dialog.

(OP)
Due to a lack of reply to this, I take it highlighting a field is not an option.

Would altering the text font be an option?
Maybe make the text font bold for an individual field.

Thank you.

RE: Highlight fields in the Expressions dialog.

Comment can be used to add useful information related to each expression.

RE: Highlight fields in the Expressions dialog.

Can you explain why you want this highlighting ? ( I do not think that highlighting exists. You can sort on "named" if you have changed or created new names, this might help.)
Might it be such that you very frequently open , change and save as into a new variant ?
If so, I would suggest that you make it into a "reusable component", where you can define the menu yourself, - present only the expressions you want to show and not the other ones.

there are several threads about reusable components here.
here's one :
http://www.eng-tips.com/viewthread.cfm?qid=377842

/ Tomas



Regards
Tomas

RE: Highlight fields in the Expressions dialog.

(OP)
Toost,

Thank you for your suggestion.

You are correct, in that I often open, alter, and save a variant of the file. The reason I am asking is to create an interface that is easier to navigate for those I work with, who are reluctant to use an expression driven model.

They would prefer to place a c'bore in a plate, then add a thread feature, to the next plate, and then assembly in a dumb solid of a screw the appropriate length. I use an altered moldwizard shcs, and edit the driving expressions. I was hoping to make the expressions dialog less intimidating, there by easier to use.

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