Basic Screen Menu Layout
Basic screen menu layout
D3PLOT runs within a single window, owned by the window manager, which has several sub-windows inside it. A typical D3PLOT session will look like this:
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The various sub-windows always exist within the master window, and may be moved and resized at will inside it. They will keep their relative size and position as the master window is changed in size and/or shape, and will reappear after the main window is de-iconised.
Their exact location and size will depend on the size and resolution of the display: you can use the DISPLAY_FACTOR variable (see If D3PLOT will not open a window on your display) to override default sizes and resolution.
The button in the icons box may be used at any time to restore this default layout: any unwanted sub-windows will be closed and the screen will be restored to the appearance here.
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The default layout of the main sub-windows is as follows:
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| Main Menu Options | Provides access to the majority of the commands and options available in D3PLOT through a series of sub menus |
| Graphics area | Is where graphics are drawn. |
| Dialogue & list | Allows "command-line" input and output, also provides a listing area for messages. |
| Menu Area | Displays the commands and options associated the current selection from the main menu options. |
| Global Commands | Gives access to commonly used commands |
| Animation Controls | Controls states and what is displayed during animation |
While you are free to re-position these master windows it is recommended that you keep to this default layout. This is because when further sub-windows appear their position and size is designed assuming this layout, and aims to obscure as little useful information as possible.