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Model File Basics
Learn how to access, annotate, display, select objects, navigate, add property information, and search in models.

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Model Components
Physical Component Modeling
Hydraulic System Modeling
Electrical System Modeling
Multibody Mechanical System Modeling
Electromagnetic System Modeling
Simulation Basics
Simulation Results
Block Libraries
Reference Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
Keyboard Shortcuts

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Get Started
New to Activate? Learn the basics here.
- System Requirements
  Operating system, hardware, software and memory requirements.
- Setting Preferences
  Define a variety of options for display, shortcuts, paths, and client behavior.
- Running Altair Activate
  Run Activate on Windows or Linux.
- Model File Basics
  Learn how to access, annotate, display, select objects, navigate, add property information, and search in models.
  - Create, Open and Import Models
    Learn the basics about creating, opening and importing files.
  - Access Demo and Tutorial Models
    The software installation includes demo models and completed tutorial models that you build while working through the Activate tutorials. You can access the models from the Demo Browser or installation directories.
  - Navigate in Models
    Navigate inside your model hierarchy and between multiple diagrams.
  - Display Multiple Models
    The software supports the concurrent loading and displaying of multiple models in a session.
  - Adjust the View
    Zoom and pan the view of models.
  - Screen Capture
    Record a video or take a snapshot of the screen.
  - Add Property Information
    Provide archival information for a model including a description and creator name.
  - Annotate Models
    Add descriptive text and graphical information for a model.
  - Search in Models
    The Filter and Search tools help you locate objects in models.
  - Select Objects in Models
    Select and edit objects in a diagram using the mouse and keyboard shortcuts.
- Import Tools
  Import Embed diagram models into Activate with the Embed Import tool.
- Workspace
  The application workspace includes a combination of tools, browsers and palettes of predefined and programmable blocks to help you easily construct and simulate dynamical system models.
- Architecture
  The workflow between the Activate client and engine facilitates the modeling of reactive systems.
- Online and Local Help
  Access help topics online or from your local installation.
- Online Learning
  Additional resources for Activate can be found on our learning center and forum websites.
Tutorials
Start using Activate with our interactive tutorials.
Model Components
Learn about the components in Activate models.
Physical Component Modeling
Learn about modeling physical components.
Hydraulic System Modeling
Learn about modeling hydraulic systems with the Hydraulics (By Fluidon) library.
Electrical System Modeling
Learn about modeling electrical and electronic systems with Modelica and Spice.
Multibody Mechanical System Modeling
Learn about modeling multibody dynamic systems.
Electromagnetic System Modeling
Learn about modeling electromagnetic systems.
Simulation Basics
Learn how to set up, run, and troubleshoot simulations.
Simulation Results
Discover options to review, display, and export results.
Block Libraries
Learn about block libraries for building dynamic system models.
Reference Guides
Explore the Extended Definitions, OML Guides, Block Library, API Guide and Glossary.
Frequently Asked Questions
You've got questions? We've got answers!
Keyboard Shortcuts
Define shortcuts to common operations.

Home
Get Started
New to Activate? Learn the basics here.
Model File Basics
Learn how to access, annotate, display, select objects, navigate, add property information, and search in models.

What's New
Get Started
Tutorials
Model Components
Physical Component Modeling
Hydraulic System Modeling
Electrical System Modeling
Multibody Mechanical System Modeling
Electromagnetic System Modeling
Simulation Basics
Simulation Results
Block Libraries
Reference Guides
Frequently Asked Questions
Keyboard Shortcuts

Model File Basics

Learn how to access, annotate, display, select objects, navigate, add property information, and search in models.

Create, Open and Import Models
Learn the basics about creating, opening and importing files.
Access Demo and Tutorial Models
The software installation includes demo models and completed tutorial models that you build while working through the Activate tutorials. You can access the models from the Demo Browser or installation directories.
Navigate in Models
Navigate inside your model hierarchy and between multiple diagrams.
Display Multiple Models
The software supports the concurrent loading and displaying of multiple models in a session.
Adjust the View
Zoom and pan the view of models.
Screen Capture
Record a video or take a snapshot of the screen.
Add Property Information
Provide archival information for a model including a description and creator name.
Annotate Models
Add descriptive text and graphical information for a model.
Search in Models
The Filter and Search tools help you locate objects in models.
Select Objects in Models
Select and edit objects in a diagram using the mouse and keyboard shortcuts.

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Block Libraries

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