# Top Bar

The Flow360 GUI top bar provides essential navigation and project management functionality, enabling efficient workflow control and access to key features.

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# Available Components (from left to right)

Component Icon Description
Flow360 logo logo Return to Flow360 Dashboard
Project tree project tree Hierarchical view of project components. See Project tree
More more Export/import settings via three-dot menu
View only view only Indicates view-only mode for the project
Assets assets Access project assets and resources
Resource resource Import geometry resources (Geometry AI only) and sample surfaces
Probe probe Show location of entered coordinates or show coordinates of a clicked location
Help help Access documentation and support
Settings settings Access to project and variable settings
Fork/New run fork/new run Create project variants

# Detailed Descriptions

Quick access to return to the Flow360 Dashboard, maintaining efficient workflow navigation.

# Project tree

Hierarchical organization of project components, providing structured access to simulation elements.

  • Expandable/collapsible structure
  • Visual status indicators
  • Direct component access
  • See Project tree for more details

# More

Additional project management options accessible via a three-dot menu.

  • Import/Export simulation settings
  • Import/Export viewpoints

# View only

Notification that the project is currently being viewed in view-only mode.

  • Simulation parameters cannot be changed in this mode
  • To exit, click on New run or select a component from the project tree

# Assets

assets Central repository for project-related resources and files.

  • Information about each asset
  • Downloadable files list for each asset

# Resource

resource Import geometry resources and sample surfaces.

  • Geometry resource: Import additional geometry files (Geometry AI only)
  • Sample surface: Import sample surface data

# Probe

probe Show location of entered coordinates or show coordinates of a clicked location.

  • Enter coordinates to highlight a location in the viewer
  • Click on geometry to display coordinates of that point

# Help

help Access to documentation, support resources, and guidance materials.

# Project settings

settings Configuration interface for project-specific parameters. Includes run settings and project details.

# Fork/New run

Create an extension of a case based on current configuration.

💡 Tips
  • Use keyboard shortcuts for frequent operations
  • Regularly save project settings
  • Monitor view-only status when collaborating
  • Utilize project tree for quick navigation
  • Keep asset organization structured

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I return to the dashboard?

    Click the left-most navigation icon in the top bar.

  • Can I customize the project tree view?

    Yes, use the project tree settings to adjust the display and organization of components.

  • What's the difference between Fork and New Run?

    Fork creates a new project variant with modifiable settings, while New Run creates another simulation with the same configuration.

  • How do I share view-only access?

    Enable view-only mode and share the project URL with collaborators.

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