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Learn how you can use and customize the Panorama window.
Note:
This tutorial uses Intro-1.dwg from the previous tutorial.
A table called Alignment Entities is displayed in a separate window called the Panorama. Notice that the table name appears on a tab. The main control bar is labeled Panorama. Each table in Panorama is called a vista. These tables are useful for editing object attributes. You can edit data in cells that appears as black text. You cannot edit data in cells that are shaded (unavailable). In the next few steps, you will learn to use some of the Panorama controls.
Tip:
To move the Panorama window, hold down the Ctrl key to prevent the Panorama window from docking when you move it.
Two additional tables, called Structures and Pipes are displayed in the Panorama window.
Rearrange the columns of a vista
Notice that each column heading is highlighted as the cursor passes through it. You can rearrange the columns like this to make the table easier to use.
The Customize Columns dialog box allows you to modify the appearance of the columns in the current vista. You can hide unnecessary columns by clearing the appropriate check boxes in the Visibility column, or change the width of columns using the Width column. Clicking the New button allows you to save a custom vista configuration for later use.
Change the appearance of the Panorama window
The window opens while the pointer is on the bar. It closes when you move the pointer off the vista. This is Auto-Hide Mode, indicated by . It is useful when you want to periodically consult a table while working in the drawing.
When you move the cursor away from the window, notice that you can see some drawing details through the table.
The Pipes and Structures vistas remain open until you click in the Network Layout Tools toolbar.