Navigating the Selection Tree

The selection tree displays the hierarchical listing of all files in your Navisworks scene based on the format they were originally saved in. Items in the selection tree are bidirectional with the model display, so when an element is selected in the selection tree, the corresponding model object is highlighted, and vice versa. This feature allows for quick and easy identification of the numerous objects in your scene.

Since the selection tree is a dockable window, you may need to pin it open or open it from the Home tab on the ribbon. Knowing your way around the selection tree is the first step to success in reaping the benefits of Navisworks. Let's explore the different areas of the selection tree and highlight ...

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