The PDS Work Area

An introduction to the Optitex Pattern Design System work environment.

The PDS interface main elements:

1. The pattern designarea (desk) is the place where you create or modify your pattern.

2. The pieces bar is where you can see and select all available pieces.

3. The 3D window is where you can see a simulation of your design interactively in 3 dimensions.

4. The toolbar has customizeable groups of icons of common functions.

5. The left panel has tabs and sub panels, including the Toolbox, Grading table, View & selection attributes, Piece properties, 3D properties and more. Some open automatically, depending on the action.

6. The bottom panel has tabs with different tools, such as the Pieces Table, Style Sets,  Map Zones table and more.

7. The information  bar displays context sensitive information and function operation instructions, depending on the current action.
   
   Note: Most of the panels, toolbars and windows can be closed, reopened and re-sized.

 

Related links PDS Interface Basics and Working Conventions