If you are a molecular modeler, you may often find yourself wishing for tools that make certain repetitive or labor-intensive tasks more efficient. SAMSON addresses this pain point directly with its powerful ‘Editors’. But what are they, and how can they simplify your work?
Editors in SAMSON are specialized tools designed to provide intuitive editing functionalities. These editing tools respond to user interaction events, such as mouse clicks and keyboard shortcuts, allowing you to directly manipulate molecular models. Whether you need to construct new molecular geometries or modify existing ones with precision, editors streamline the process, saving you time and enabling better modeling workflows.
What Can Editors Do?
Some examples of what Editors enable:
- Create complex models like nanotubes with just a few clicks.
- Deform molecular structures while preserving local rigidity, providing practical flexibility for simulations.
- Perform accurate rigid-body transformations on molecular systems.
- Select molecules or portions of structures precisely using advanced selection tools.
These versatile applications empower molecular modelers to achieve better results with less effort.
How to Access Editors in SAMSON
Finding and using Editors is intuitive. On the left-hand menu of the viewport in SAMSON, you’ll find editors categorized for ease of use. Moreover, at the top-left of the viewport, quick access commands for the currently active editor allow for faster workflows. If you prefer quick search functionality, just type the desired editor name in SAMSON’s Find everything search box for instant access.
Expanding Your Toolkit
SAMSON comes with a default set of Editors that already offer substantial functionality; however, if you want more, you can enhance your modeling environment by adding additional editors from SAMSON Connect. This modular approach ensures that you only use the tools you need.
One Editor at a Time
It’s worth highlighting that only one editor is active at any given moment in SAMSON. This simplifies interactions and eliminates potential ambiguity while editing. Switching between editors is straightforward and allows you to focus on a specific task with clarity.
Ready to Develop Your Own Editors?
If you’re motivated to create custom editors tailored to your unique requirements, SAMSON makes it possible. The developer documentation offers detailed insights and guidance to help you build editors designed to suit your specific molecular modeling needs. Start by exploring the extension generator, and you’ll be on your way to personalizing SAMSON even further.
To learn more about editors and how they can streamline your molecular modeling projects, check out the full documentation at this link.
Note: SAMSON and all SAMSON Extensions are free for non-commercial use. Start exploring by downloading SAMSON at this link.