4.3.1.11.  Cloud Map Search

The Cloud Map Search creates a 2D map from the parts of a search result based on geometric similarity.

The same happens, if the Cloud Map display mode is chosen afterwards. This mode can be chosen after all kinds of search methods.

The Cloud Map search or depiction provides the following features:

  • The parts are shown as graphics.

  • Geometric similar parts are closer to each other than dissimilar parts.

    So you get a quick overview on the search results. If desired you can further specify the results by another search via context menu.

  • When clicking on a part (graphic) a tooltip appears with part information on part number and part name, furthermore a 3D preview is displayed.

  • Above the Cloud Map a toolbar with additional functions is displayed.

    • Picture size: Adjust the picture size with the slider.

    • Group: After click on the button the parts are grouped and marked with frames.

      Grouped parts

      Grouped parts

    • Transparent background: Turn off transparency, if graphics are overlapping and you want to focus on the marked graphic.

    • Show relations: If you activate the checkbox, then link lines based on textual conformity are displayed. Geometric and textual information does not have to be according in any case.

      Show relations

      Show relations