Mastering Label Visibility in Molecular Models.

When designing molecular models, managing label visibility efficiently can significantly impact the clarity and presentation of your work. Labels help depict node names, group descriptions, or measurements in the Viewport. However, as your model complexity increases, maintaining label readability becomes a challenge. This guide explores how SAMSON enables you to master label visibility and ensure that your workspace remains organized and visually appealing.

Turning Labels On and Off

Managing labels starts with the ability to toggle their visibility. SAMSON provides a straightforward way to hide or display labels through the Document view. By ticking or unticking the checkboxes beside labels, you can control which labels appear in the Viewport. This helps you focus on specific parts of your model without being overwhelmed by unnecessary visuals.

Hide/show labels using the Document view

Zoom-Triggered Visibility

SAMSON introduces a smart feature that dynamically changes label visibility based on zoom levels. When zooming out, labels of smaller nodes like atoms become less prominent, giving way to labels of larger nodes such as molecules. Conversely, zooming in allows finer details to become visible, letting you focus on the exact structure you need. This ensures a clean and functional workspace regardless of zoom scale.

Changes in the visibility of labels when zooming in/out in the Viewport

Customizing Visibility Thresholds

SAMSON allows you to set precise visibility thresholds for labels. By selecting a label and using the Inspector, you can adjust the maximum and minimum display radii. These parameters define at what zoom levels each label appears or disappears, giving you full control over the visual hierarchy of your model.

Label's display radius options in the Inspector

Practical Tips for Effective Label Use

  • Group related nodes to minimize the number of standalone labels.
  • Use zoom-triggered visibility strategically to focus on specific scales of your model.
  • Experiment with visibility thresholds to optimize readability without cluttering the Viewport.

Getting Started

With these features, SAMSON provides a versatile and intuitive way to manage label visibility, making it easier to refine and present your molecular designs. For more details, step-by-step instructions, and additional tips, visit the official documentation page here.

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