To simulate a single operation

Simulations are normally performed on all features in a Setup. To simulate a single feature or operation:

  1. Double-click a feature.
  2. The Feature Properties dialog is displayed.
  3. Select the feature or an operation in the tree view.
  4. Click the Preview button. The Feature Properties dialog is minimized. A special version of the Simulation toolbar is displayed.
  5. Click the Play Feature button. See Using simulation video-style controls for more information.
  6. Click the Eject button. The Properties dialog is maximized.

Centerline

To view all the centerline toolpaths for an operation:

  1. Select Home tab > Simulation panel > Sim Mode > Centerline and click the Play button to simulate all of the toolpaths for your part.
  2. Click the Clear toolpath button.
  3. Click any operation in the Op List tab.