If you’re a molecular modeler, you’ve likely encountered the frustration of searching for the right tool to streamline your workflow. SAMSON, the integrative molecular design platform, equips you with a powerful suite of editors that can vastly improve your modeling experience. This blog aims to guide you through understanding and efficiently navigating these editors.
What Are SAMSON Editors?
Editors in SAMSON are specialized tools designed to respond to user interactions like mouse and keyboard events. Whether you’re generating nanotubes, deforming molecular structures while preserving local rigidity, or making selections using a rectangle tool, SAMSON’s editors can handle an array of tasks.
The beauty of SAMSON’s editors lies in their adaptability. Default editors come pre-installed, and you can expand your capabilities by adding more from SAMSON Connect.
Accessing Editors Within SAMSON
Efficient navigation is key to boosting productivity, and SAMSON places its editors at your fingertips. Here’s how to find them:
- Editor Menu: The primary way to access editors is via the menu on the left side of the viewport. This menu organizes your tools neatly for easy discovery.
- Quick Access Commands: A faster way to engage with an active editor is by using the quick access commands located in the top-left corner of the viewport.
- Find Everything Search Box: If you prefer an all-in-one approach, type your query directly into the “Find everything” search box at the top of the platform. This feature not only helps locate editors but provides a comprehensive search across SAMSON’s functionalities.
Tips for Seamless Editor Use
SAMSON ensures only one editor is active at a time, simplifying your workflow and reducing the chances of unintentional actions. Despite this simplicity, navigating between editors can significantly impact your efficiency. Here are practical tips:
- Use the editor menu for organized browsing if you’re not sure of the tool you need.
- If your task requires frequent switching between editors, familiarize yourself with the quick access commands. This will save you time and effort in the long run.
- Customizing your editor setup by adding new tools from SAMSON Connect can help expand your capabilities to meet specific needs.
Developing Your Own Editors
Do you have a unique workflow that requires a custom solution? SAMSON allows you to develop your own editors using its Extension Generator. The learning curve is supported by robust documentation to help you tailor the platform’s features to your exact requirements.
Learn More About SAMSON Editors
Understanding and leveraging editors is essential for making the most of SAMSON’s capabilities. For a detailed exploration of these tools, visit the original documentation page.
SAMSON and all SAMSON Extensions are free for non-commercial use. You can download SAMSON at https://www.samson-connect.net.