For molecular modelers, navigating complex molecular structures can be daunting, especially when managing and analyzing specific residues. This is where SAMSON’s Sequence View comes in. This interactive feature offers a seamless way to examine and manipulate molecular sequences while keeping everything in sync with the 3D Viewport and Document View.
What Makes Sequence View Essential?
Imagine you are working on a large protein or nucleic acid molecule. Manually pinpointing a specific residue, adjusting its attributes, and visualizing its role in a structure can consume valuable research time. The Sequence View in SAMSON solves this by providing a dynamic tool to visually engage with molecular sequences. Any selection you make in the Sequence View updates not just in the sequence interface but also in the corresponding 3D visualization and Document View, ensuring a fully integrated modeling experience.
Customizing Colors Based on Biophysical Properties
The Sequence View doesn’t just help with navigation; it also enables meaningful colorization of residues based on their biophysical properties. For example, residues can be colored to highlight hydrophobicity or charge patterns. These colors are automatically transferred to the 3D Viewport, making it easier to interpret molecular properties visually.
How to Access the Sequence View
Accessing the Sequence View is straightforward and versatile. You have a couple of options:
- From the Home menu, click the View sequence command:
- Alternatively, right-click on a structure and select Structural model > View sequence from the Context menu:
If the molecule you’re working with contains multiple chains, SAMSON provides a convenient pop-up allowing you to choose which sequence(s) to view. This is particularly handy when studying complex biomolecules composed of multiple chains.
Is It Time to Simplify Your Workflow?
By integrating Sequence View into your workflow, you can save time and extract deeper insights from your molecular models. Whether you’re identifying critical residues, color-coding sequences based on properties, or engaging in structural analysis, Sequence View is designed to keep things intuitive and efficient.
To learn more about SAMSON’s Sequence View and its powerful features, visit the full documentation at https://documentation.samson-connect.net/users/latest/sequence-view/.
SAMSON and all SAMSON Extensions are free for non-commercial use. You can get SAMSON at https://www.samson-connect.net.