Patran Tip – Identify Entity IDs On-the-fly

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April 4, 2013
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Question: How do I get ID numbers to appear on an entity as I move my mouse over them?

Answer: Go to Preferences>Picking and check on “Label Highlighting.” Whenever you hover over an entity, the ID becomes visible.

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