Here's a detailed overview of the Civil 3D user interface:
Menu Bar
- File: Open, save, and manage projects
- Edit: Undo, redo, and edit settings
- View: Control display settings and visibility
- Insert: Add objects, such as points, lines, and curves
- Help: Access tutorials, documentation, and support
Toolbar
- Icons for frequently used commands, such as:
- New Project
- Open Project
- Save
- Undo
- Redo
Ribbon
- Tabbed interface with categories, such as:
- Home: General tools and settings
- Insert: Add objects and features
- Modify: Edit and manipulate objects
- Analyze: Run calculations and analysis
- Visualize: Control display settings and styles
Workspace
- Customizable area where you can:
- Dock palettes and toolbars
- Create custom layouts
- Save and load workspaces
Palettes
- Floating or docked windows containing:
- Tools: Commands and settings for specific tasks
- Settings: Options and parameters for objects and features
- Information: Feedback and data about your design
Command Line
- Bottom bar for:
- Entering commands and settings
- Viewing prompts and feedback
- Seeing error messages and warnings
Graphics Window
- Main area where your design is displayed:
- 2D and 3D views
- Zoom, pan, and orbit controls
ViewCube
- 3D navigation tool for:
- Rotating and orienting your design
- Switching between views
Navigation Bar
- Contains tools for:
- Zooming
- Panning
- Orbiting
- Resetting views
Status Bar
- Displays information about your design, such as:
- Coordinates
- Elevation
- Scale
Panels
- Docked or floating windows providing:
- Additional information
- Settings and options
- Feedback and data
Dialog Boxes
- Pop-up windows for:
- Entering settings and options
- Selecting parameters and values
- Confirming actions and changes
