Understanding Object Information and Selection Techniques

INSTRUCTION TYPE: Exploration INSTRUCTION TITLE: Understanding Object Information and Selection Techniques CATEGORY: Object Manipulation OBJECTIVE: Learn how to properly select objects and view their detailed properties

PREREQUISITES:

• Basic navigation of the software interface

• Understanding of the 3D viewport controls

• Familiarity with building component terminology

EXPERTISE LEVEL: Novice

PARAMETERS:

• Selection Method: Technique used to select objects (edge/vertex vs. face)

• Object Properties: Information displayed about selected elements

STEPS:

1. Open an existing project with various structural elements

2. Navigate to Edit > Object Info from the main menu (or use shortcut option 2-02)

3. Move your cursor over various elements in the 3D view to observe basic information

4. Locate a rock object or another distinct element in your model

5. To properly select the object, position your cursor over an edge or vertex of the object

6. Right-click twice on this edge or vertex (Note: clicking on object faces will not select properly)

7. Confirm selection by checking if the object is highlighted in the selection color

8. Examine the detailed information now displayed in the Object Info panel

9. Note the item number, precise dimensions, and group assignment of the selected object

10. Try selecting different objects to compare their properties

EXPECTED RESULTS: The Object Info panel should display comprehensive data about your selected element, including its unique identifier, dimensions, and organizational grouping.

COMMON VARIATIONS:

• Complex objects may show additional properties related to materials or structural calculations

• Grouped objects will show group-specific information when selected

TROUBLESHOOTING:

• If nothing appears in Object Info after selection: Verify you're using the edge/vertex selection method

• If wrong object is selected: Try zooming in closer before attempting selection

FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:

• Learn how to modify object properties

• Explore multi-object selection techniques

• Discover how to search for specific objects by properties

QUERY EXAMPLES: "How do I see the dimensions of a beam?", "Why can't I select objects properly?", "Where do I find the group assignment for a wall panel?"