Molecular modelers often face the challenge of navigating complex software interfaces during projects. Time spent searching for tools and views can add significant friction to workflows. Recognizing this, SAMSON provides a set of keyboard shortcuts for its interface, designed to streamline your work and maximize efficiency.
Whether you’re editing molecular structures, reviewing histories, or running simulations, mastering these shortcuts will save you time and allow you to focus on the science, rather than the tools.
Why Shortcuts Matter for Molecular Modeling
In a typical molecular modeling session, users frequently navigate between workspaces and visualize molecular systems. Quickly accessing key interface components, such as the Inspector, History, or the Document view, can significantly improve productivity by reducing repetitive actions and clicks.
SAMSON offers keyboard shortcuts to help users switch between critical parts of the interface with simple key combinations. These shortcuts are particularly useful when managing large systems, exploring multiple views, or when working under tight schedules.
An Overview of SAMSON Shortcuts
Here is a brief overview of some of the most useful shortcuts for different interface components:
| Interface Element | Shortcut (Windows/Linux) | Shortcut (Mac) |
|---|---|---|
| SAMSON AI | Ctrl + 0 | Cmd + 0 |
| Document view | Ctrl + 1 | Cmd + 1 |
| Inspector | Ctrl + 2 | Cmd + 2 |
| History | Ctrl + 3 | Cmd + 3 |
| Asset browser | Ctrl + 4 | Cmd + 4 |
| Animator | Ctrl + 7 | Cmd + 7 |
| Python console | Ctrl + 8 | Cmd + 8 |
Enhancing Workflows with Custom Favorites
SAMSON also allows users to customize their experience by adding frequently-used features or commands to their favorites. These favorites will appear in special sections of the menu for quick access. To add an item to your favorites, simply hover over it and click on the 
icon.
The ability to customize your workspace layout and save your preferences ensures that every time you open SAMSON, it’s tailored to your way of working. Here’s what an example of the favorites section might look like:
Start Streamlining Your Modeling Today
Integrating shortcuts and personalized favorites into your workflow will not only enhance efficiency but also allow you to focus on the critical aspects of molecular modeling without being bogged down by navigation.
For additional details, check out the original documentation page here.
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