Managing complex molecular structures can often feel overwhelming for molecular modelers. Workflows require organizing nodes like molecules, residues, atoms, and other details, and balancing efficient navigation, filtering, and modifications can become a challenge. SAMSON’s Document View offers an intuitive way to simplify and streamline molecular data management.
What Is the Document View?
The Document View in SAMSON serves as a comprehensive panel showcasing the hierarchical structure of your active document – what is also known as its data graph. It provides real-time insight into nodes and their organization, ensuring you stay in control.
This view has been designed to help you interact with your molecular models more efficiently. Whether you’re building, exploring, or modifying structures, Document View is your all-in-one control center. Activate the panel via Interface > Document View or with keyboard shortcuts: Ctrl + 1 on Windows/Linux or Cmd + 1 on Mac.
Key Features of the Document View
Here are some actions you can perform within the Document View:
- Visualize the document structure: Gain an immediate overview of your model’s hierarchical organization, from molecules to finer components such as atoms and bonds.
- Show/hide nodes: Control what’s visible and focus on the information that matters most.
- Efficient node selection: Select specific nodes easily to perform targeted actions. Learn more through the selection options.
- Filter nodes: Use the powerful Node Specification Language (NSL) or filter by node names to locate exactly what you need.
- Change the structure: Rearrange nodes through drag-and-drop functionality to optimize the hierarchy.
- Specialized actions: Access context menus for custom operations and rapid modifications.
Managing Multiple Documents
One of SAMSON’s advantages is its ability to let you work on multiple documents simultaneously. However, only one document remains active at any given time. You can quickly switch between documents in the top-left menu (Home > Documents) or by using the keyboard shortcuts Ctrl + Tab and Ctrl + Shift + Tab (or Cmd equivalents on Mac).
This functionality is especially useful when working with different molecular models for distinct tasks. For example, you can copy structures from one document to another or compare files seamlessly.
Enhanced Productivity with Folders
Another way to organize your document is through folders. Folders group nodes together, allowing you to manage them as units. For example, you can hide or show entire sets of molecules with just one click. To create a folder, use the path Edit > Folder. Embedded folders and files are self-contained within documents, making it easy to transfer or share modeling projects without losing any associated data.
With the streamlined folder system, molecular modelers can stay organized, making it easier to focus on their research and design workflows.
Wrapping Up
SAMSON’s Document View is a vital tool for any molecular modeler seeking better control and organization in their projects. By combining intuitive navigation, filtering tools, and multiple document management, it simplifies working with molecular data.
To explore more about the Document View and its capabilities, visit the SAMSON documentation.
SAMSON and all SAMSON Extensions are free for non-commercial use. You can download SAMSON here.