For molecular modelers, mastering a new platform or tool can often feel daunting. Whether you’re building molecular structures, exploring simulations, or using extensions, familiarity is key to making progress faster. This is where SAMSON’s Interactive Tutorials come to the rescue. Designed to provide step-by-step guidance, these tutorials walk you through essential tasks directly within the platform. Let’s explore how these tutorials can simplify your work and enhance your learning experience.
What Are Interactive Tutorials in SAMSON?
SAMSON’s interactive tutorials are an in-platform feature designed to bridge the gap between you and the molecular modeling tasks you need to perform. These tutorials guide you interactively, enabling hands-on learning with clear instructions. Whether you’re a newcomer or an advanced user exploring niche features, these tutorials provide a supportive way to learn SAMSON’s capabilities.
How to Access and Start an Interactive Tutorial
Getting started with SAMSON’s interactive tutorials is straightforward:
- In the SAMSON interface, navigate to Help > Tutorials.
- Select one of the available tutorials that suits your current goal.
- Click Start tutorial. The tutorial will guide you through the process step by step.
The tutorials provide tips and step-by-step directions, making complex tasks manageable even when you’re using SAMSON for the first time. From basic navigation to specific modeling actions, the guidance you receive is always intuitive and actionable.
Stopping and Restarting Tutorials
Should you need to exit an interactive tutorial at any point, that’s easy too. Close the tutorial’s tip window by clicking the close button in the top-right corner of the Viewport. Worry not—you can always restart the same tutorial by revisiting Help > Tutorials in SAMSON whenever needed.
Tips for Extensions and More
If your workflow relies on some of SAMSON’s extensions, don’t miss out on the SAMSON Extensions Tutorials. They provide specialized instructions for extension-specific tasks, helping you maximize the value of add-ons that complement your modeling.
Why Use Interactive Tutorials?
Molecular modelers often tackle complex, detail-oriented tasks. While written or video guides can help, they don’t always offer the hands-on practice you need to build confidence. SAMSON’s interactive tutorials give you this hands-on experience in real-time. They guide your actions and improve your understanding of how the platform functions, saving time and reducing errors. It’s a step up in learning and productivity, with the clarity you need to progress seamlessly.
Interactive tutorials are ideal for users of all experience levels. They ensure that both the basics and advanced tasks are explained with precision, allowing you to focus on your molecular design goals without being overwhelmed.
Learn More
The next time you find yourself unsure of how to perform a task in SAMSON, remember that help is always close by in the form of Interactive Tutorials. Start exploring today and take control of your molecular design journey. Visit SAMSON Interactive Tutorials for more information.
Note: SAMSON and all SAMSON Extensions are free for non-commercial use. Get your copy at SAMSON Connect.