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June 2011
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Category Name Application add_java_class_path Programming Interfaces

Platform i486_nt

Description Prepends the option value on the java environment variable, CLASSPATH, used to find classes in J-Link programs. To specify multiple search paths in the same line, delimit them using ':' on UNIX, and ';' on Windows NT.

Values

Default value

Application add_java_class_path Programming Interfaces

x86e_win64 Prepends the option value on the java environment variable, CLASSPATH, used to find classes in J-Link programs. To specify multiple search paths in the same line, delimit them using ':' on UNIX, and ';' on Windows NT. Application enable_protk_xml_schem i486_nt Enables XML-Schema validation for Pro/TK feature XMLs yes, no Programming Interfaces a Application enable_protk_xml_schem x86e_win64 Enables XML-Schema validation for Pro/TK feature XMLs Programming Interfaces a Application jlink_java2 Programming Interfaces Application jlink_java2 Programming Interfaces Application prodevdat Programming Interfaces Application prodevdat Programming Interfaces Application protkdat Programming Interfaces i486_nt Option to force use of Java-2 JRE command line ("java" instead of "jre") yes, no

no

no

off, on

on

x86e_win64 Option to force use of Java-2 JRE command line ("java" instead of "jre") i486_nt Specify the name of the Pro/Develop registry file.

off, on

on

x86e_win64 Specify the name of the Pro/Develop registry file.

i486_nt

Specify the Pro/TOOLKIT registry file.

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Category Name Application protkdat Programming Interfaces Application toolkit_registry_file Programming Interfaces Application toolkit_registry_file Programming Interfaces

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specify the Pro/TOOLKIT registry file.

Values

Default value

i486_nt

Tells Creo Parametric the full path to which toolkit registry file to be used. This option replaces the R17 option prodevdat.

x86e_win64 Tells Creo Parametric the full path to which toolkit registry file to be used. This option replaces the R17 option prodevdat. Enter a specific javascript command to be disabled

Application web_disable_js_comman i486_nt Programming Interfaces d

Application web_disable_js_comman x86e_win64 Enter a specific javascript command to be disabled Programming Interfaces d Application web_enable_subscription i486_nt Programming Interfaces Enable the subscription mechanism for Connections no, yes yes

Application web_enable_subscription x86e_win64 Enable the subscription mechanism for Connections Programming Interfaces Application web_link_file_read Programming Interfaces Application web_link_file_read Programming Interfaces Application web_link_file_write Programming Interfaces Application web_link_file_write Programming Interfaces Application web_link_proe_read Programming Interfaces i486_nt Sets Pro/Web.Link permission to read data from the local file system.

no, yes

yes

yes, no

no

x86e_win64 Sets Pro/Web.Link permission to read data from the local file system. i486_nt Sets Pro/Web.Link permission to write data to the local file system.

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

x86e_win64 Sets Pro/Web.Link permission to write data to the local file system. i486_nt Sets Pro/Web.Link permission to read data from a Creo Parametric session.

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

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Category Name Application web_link_proe_read Programming Interfaces Application web_link_proe_write Programming Interfaces Application web_link_proe_write Programming Interfaces

Platform Description x86e_win64 Sets Pro/Web.Link permission to read data from a Creo Parametric session. i486_nt Sets Pro/Web.Link permission to modify data in a Creo Parametric session.

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

no

x86e_win64 Sets Pro/Web.Link permission to modify data in a Creo Parametric session.

yes, no

no

Application web_link_security_autopr i486_nt Programming Interfaces ompt

Yes - The Security dialog box is displayed when a Pro/Web.Link yes, no function requires security access beyond the current settings.

yes

Application web_link_security_autopr x86e_win64 Yes - The Security dialog box is displayed when a Pro/Web.Link yes, no Programming Interfaces ompt function requires security access beyond the current settings. Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly add_offset_to_constraint i486_nt _comp add_offset_to_constraint x86e_win64 _comp advanced_intersection i486_nt Adds an offset dimensions to constraints that were created yes, no without an offset during the dragging of a component. Adds an offset dimensions to constraints that were created yes, no without an offset during the dragging of a component. Control the appearance of the intersection tool and scope of yes, no available functionalities. advanced_intersection x86e_win64 Control the appearance of the intersection tool and scope of yes, no available functionalities. allow_package_children i486_nt Sets what type of children packaged components can have. ALL - all, feat, none Features and components can be a children of packaged component. FEAT - Only features can be children of packaged components. NONE - Packaged components cannot have children. allow_package_children x86e_win64 Sets what type of children packaged components can have. ALL - all, feat, none Features and components can be a children of packaged component. FEAT - Only features can be children of packaged components. NONE - Packaged components cannot have children. allow_redo_intersections i486_nt Yes - Displays the ReIntersect command in the ASSY FEAT yes, no menu. allow_redo_intersections x86e_win64 Yes - Displays the ReIntersect command in the ASSY FEAT yes, no menu.

yes

no no no no all

Assembly

all

Assembly Assembly

no no

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Category Assembly Assembly Assembly

Name Platform allow_save_as_instance i486_nt allow_save_as_instance x86e_win64 allow_save_failed_model i486_nt

Assembly

allow_save_failed_model x86e_win64

Assembly

allow_update_part_simp_ i486_nt rep_data

Assembly

allow_update_part_simp_ x86e_win64 rep_data

Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

auto_assembly_with_not ebooks auto_assembly_with_not ebooks auto_backup_new_place mnt_refs auto_backup_new_place mnt_refs auto_constr_always_use _offset

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Assembly

auto_constr_always_use x86e_win64 _offset

Assembly

auto_evaluate_simprep_r i486_nt ules

Description Allows the option to save a copy of the active model as a family table instance. Allows the option to save a copy of the active model as a family table instance. Yes - Failed models can be saved. No - Failed models cannot be saved. Prompt - Let the user decide whether failed models can be saved. Yes - Failed models can be saved. No - Failed models cannot be saved. Prompt - Let the user decide whether failed models can be saved. Allow updating part Simplified Rep data in session automatically when switching from one Simp Rep to another.Yes - Allow updating part simplified rep data. No - Do not update part simplified rep data. Prompt - Prompt the user if the current simplified rep should be updated. Allow updating part Simplified Rep data in session automatically when switching from one Simp Rep to another.Yes - Allow updating part simplified rep data. No - Do not update part simplified rep data. Prompt - Prompt the user if the current simplified rep should be updated. Yes - Enables automatic assembly. No - Disables automatic assembly. Yes - Enables automatic assembly. No - Disables automatic assembly. Yes - Create Component Reference Backup, No - Do not Create Component Reference Backup. Yes - Create Component Reference Backup, No - Do not Create Component Reference Backup. Control whether auto constraint should create offsets. Yes - Auto constraint alw ays creates offsets. No - Auto constraint snaps align or mate if surfaces are wi thin tolerance. Never - Auto constraint never create offsets. Control whether auto constraint should create offsets. Yes - Auto constraint alw ays creates offsets. No - Auto constraint snaps align or mate if surfaces are wi thin tolerance. Never - Auto constraint never create offsets. If the option is "yes" newly created rep would be updated each time on retrieve/regeneration.

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no, prompt no no prompt

Default value

yes, no, prompt

prompt

yes, no, prompt

yes

yes, no, prompt

yes

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no, never

yes yes no no no

yes, no, never

no

no, yes

no

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Category Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Name Platform Description auto_evaluate_simprep_r x86e_win64 If the option is "yes" newly created rep would be updated each ules time on retrieve/regeneration. auto_place_max_number i486_nt Set the default value for the maximum number of matches allowed. auto_place_max_number x86e_win64 Set the default value for the maximum number of matches allowed. auto_update_intersected i486_nt Control the appearance of the intersection tool and scope of _models available functionalities. auto_update_intersected x86e_win64 Control the appearance of the intersection tool and scope of _models available functionalities. autoplace_single_comp i486_nt Assembling components with an interface will automatically place the component at the first position satisfying the interface definitions. autoplace_single_comp x86e_win64 Assembling components with an interface will automatically place the component at the first position satisfying the interface definitions. bump_revnum_on_retr_r i486_nt Determines whether or not revision number is increased for egen generic models that regenerate and change during assembly retrieval.Only applies if new_asm_regen_revnums is yes (otherwise, there will be no revision number bumping). bump_revnum_on_retr_r x86e_win64 Determines whether or not revision number is increased for egen generic models that regenerate and change during assembly retrieval.Only applies if new_asm_regen_revnums is yes (otherwise, there will be no revision number bumping). can_snap_to_missing_ref i486_nt

Values no, yes no 5 5 yes, no yes, no no, yes yes yes yes

Default value

no, yes

yes

yes, no

yes

Assembly

yes, no

yes

Assembly

Controls whether to enable snapping to missing references while yes, no dragging components for placement. Yes - Snapping is enabled while dragging. No - Snapping is disabled while dragging.

yes

Assembly

can_snap_to_missing_ref x86e_win64 Controls whether to enable snapping to missing references while yes, no dragging components for placement. Yes - Snapping is enabled while dragging. No - Snapping is disabled while dragging. check_interface_criteria check_interface_criteria i486_nt Check for interfaces when placing a component. x86e_win64 Check for interfaces when placing a component. yes, no yes, no

yes

Assembly Assembly

no no

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Category Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

Name Platform Description check_interference_of_m i486_nt Show only matches that do not interfere with other components. atches check_interference_of_m x86e_win64 Show only matches that do not interfere with other components. atches check_same_assy_parts i486_nt Determines whether to permit different names for different part occurrences, or not in mirror subassembly UI. check_same_assy_parts x86e_win64 Determines whether to permit different names for different part occurrences, or not in mirror subassembly UI. chooser_size_filter_defau i486_nt Sets the size filter default value as a percentage of the overall lt assembly size chooser_size_filter_defau x86e_win64 Sets the size filter default value as a percentage of the overall lt assembly size comp_angle_offset_eps i486_nt Specifies the angle epsilon such that if the desired surfaces are equal or greater than the epsilon (in degrees), than an angle offset constraint will be created. comp_angle_offset_eps x86e_win64 Specifies the angle epsilon such that if the desired surfaces are equal or greater than the epsilon (in degrees), than an angle offset constraint will be created. comp_assemble_start i486_nt Sets the initial assembly placement behavior when assembling a new component. Default - Default initial position.Package Define initial position using the Move option.Constraint_in_Window - Use secondary window. Move_then_Place - Define initial position using the Move option and thendefine placement constraints. comp_assemble_start x86e_win64 Sets the initial assembly placement behavior when assembling a new component. Default - Default initial position.Package Define initial position using the Move option.Constraint_in_Window - Use secondary window. Move_then_Place - Define initial position using the Move option and thendefine placement constraints. comp_placement_assum i486_nt Use placement assumptions when placing components. ptions comp_placement_assum x86e_win64 Use placement assumptions when placing components. ptions comp_retr_angular_incre i486_nt Sets the accuracy for the selection of external components ment based on graphic computation. comp_retr_angular_incre x86e_win64 Sets the accuracy for the selection of external components ment based on graphic computation.

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes yes yes yes

Default value

10

10

default, package, constrain_in_window, move_then_place

default, package, constrain_in_window, move_then_place

yes, no yes, no

yes yes 1 1

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Category Assembly Assembly Assembly

Assembly

Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

Description No - Assembly is not rolled back when the user redefines a component. comp_rollback_on_redef x86e_win64 No - Assembly is not rolled back when the user redefines a component. copy_geom_update_pre_ i486_nt Yes - Flags independent copy geom features in a pre-2000i 2000i_dep model as modified when retrieved into Creo Parametric. Save the model immediately to update the model's copy geom dependency information. copy_geom_update_pre_ x86e_win64 Yes - Flags independent copy geom features in a pre-2000i 2000i_dep model as modified when retrieved into Creo Parametric. Save the model immediately to update the model's copy geom dependency information. copy_geometry_method i486_nt Sets the default copy geometry reference(s) type copy_geometry_method create_temp_interfaces x86e_win64 Sets the default copy geometry reference(s) type i486_nt

Name Platform comp_rollback_on_redef i486_nt

Values yes, no yes, no no, yes yes yes

Default value

no, yes

Assembly

Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

Allow the automatic creation of interfaces based on previous assembly instructions. create_temp_interfaces x86e_win64 Allow the automatic creation of interfaces based on previous assembly instructions. dim_inactive_component i486_nt Display inactive assembly components with stippled s transparency and default color (grey). Default value is shade_only. dim_inactive_component x86e_win64 Display inactive assembly components with stippled s transparency and default color (grey). Default value is shade_only. disp_regen_success_ms i486_nt Issue successfull regeneration messages for assembly models. g disp_regen_success_ms x86e_win64 Issue successfull regeneration messages for assembly models. g enable_advance_collision i486_nt Enables advance collision settings usage. enable_advance_collision x86e_win64 Enables advance collision settings usage. enable_assembly_accura i486_nt No - Disables accuracy modification for assembly objects. cy enable_assembly_accura x86e_win64 No - Disables accuracy modification for assembly objects. cy

publish_geometry, references publish_geometry, references yes, no yes, no always, never, shaded_only always, never, shaded_only yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

publish_geometry publish_geometry no no shaded_only

shaded_only

no no yes yes

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Category Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

Name enable_implied_joints enable_implied_joints erv_show_external_only erv_show_external_only

Platform i486_nt

Description Values Allow underconstrained components as mechanism connections. yes, no

Default value yes yes no no yes

x86e_win64 Allow underconstrained components as mechanism connections. yes, no i486_nt x86e_win64 Yes - Global Reference Viewer will show objects with external references only;No - all the objects will be visible Yes - Global Reference Viewer will show objects with external references only;No - all the objects will be visible Yes - When using a copied geom feature or a backed-up external reference with the Design Manager, and the reference is missing in the original, then the copied geom feature fails. No The feature freezes and does not update. Yes - When using a copied geom feature or a backed-up external reference with the Design Manager, and the reference is missing in the original, then the copied geom feature fails. No The feature freezes and does not update. Sets remnant removal ability for the ReIntersect command in the ASSY FEAT menu. Yes - You can remove remnants. No - You cannot remove remnants. Sets remnant removal ability for the ReIntersect command in the ASSY FEAT menu. Yes - You can remove remnants. No - You cannot remove remnants. Update mass properties parameters even when some of the components of the assembly are not in master rep. Update mass properties parameters even when some of the components of the assembly are not in master rep. No - Requires an action to fix the assembly or freeze the component that fails retrieval. Yes - Freezes any component failing retrieval at its last known assembly location. Missing refs using offsets or internal datums do not cause components to freeze. No - Requires an action to fix the assembly or freeze the component that fails retrieval. Yes - Freezes any component failing retrieval at its last known assembly location. Missing refs using offsets or internal datums do not cause components to freeze. Ignores nondisplayed items when searching the component interface during component placement. yes, no yes, no yes, no

fail_ref_copy_when_missi i486_nt ng_orig

Assembly

fail_ref_copy_when_missi x86e_win64 ng_orig

yes, no

yes

Assembly

fix_refs_to_intersections

i486_nt

yes, no

no

Assembly

fix_refs_to_intersections

x86e_win64

yes, no

no

Assembly Assembly Assembly

force_upd_assem_mp_in i486_nt _simp_rep force_upd_assem_mp_in x86e_win64 _simp_rep freeze_failed_assy_comp i486_nt

yes, no, use_stored yes, no, use_stored yes, no

use_stored use_stored no

Assembly

freeze_failed_assy_comp x86e_win64

yes, no

no

Assembly

ignore_non_displayed_ite i486_nt ms

yes, no

no

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Category Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

Name ignore_non_displayed_ite ms include_sub_model_interf aces include_sub_model_interf aces interface_criteria_mismat ch

Assembly

interface_criteria_mismat ch

Assembly Assembly Assembly

modify_offset_during_co mp_drag modify_offset_during_co mp_drag mp_dens_ft_column_mtrl _assigned

Platform Description x86e_win64 Ignores nondisplayed items when searching the component interface during component placement. i486_nt Includes sub model interfaces as possible references for interface to interface component placement. x86e_win64 Includes sub model interfaces as possible references for interface to interface component placement. i486_nt FAIL_PLACEMENT - Fail regeneration upon component interface criteria mismatch. WARNING_ONLY - A warning message is given during regeneration for the criteria mismatch only without failure. IGNORE - Interface criteria mismatch ignored during regeneration. x86e_win64 FAIL_PLACEMENT - Fail regeneration upon component interface criteria mismatch. WARNING_ONLY - A warning message is given during regeneration for the criteria mismatch only without failure. IGNORE - Interface criteria mismatch ignored during regeneration. i486_nt Enables the modification of the value of offset dimensions during component dragging. x86e_win64 Enables the modification of the value of offset dimensions during component dragging. i486_nt Yes - Allows adding an MP_DENSITY column in FT when a material is assigned to a model. When set may cause the same material to have different values for the Density parameter in different instances. Does not affect legacy models.

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no warning_only, fail_placement, ignore no yes yes

Default value

warning_only

warning_only, fail_placement, ignore

warning_only

yes, no yes, no no, yes

no no no

Assembly

mp_dens_ft_column_mtrl x86e_win64 Yes - Allows adding an MP_DENSITY column in FT when a _assigned material is assigned to a model. When set may cause the same material to have different values for the Density parameter in different instances. Does not affect legacy models. mtrl_convert_units i486_nt

no, yes

no

Assembly

If set to "Yes" Creo Parametric will automatically convert units in yes, no materials from a library to the model system of units.

yes

Assembly

mtrl_convert_units

x86e_win64 If set to "Yes" Creo Parametric will automatically convert units in yes, no materials from a library to the model system of units.

yes

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Category Assembly

Name package_constraints

Platform i486_nt

Assembly

package_constraints

x86e_win64

Assembly

package_ref_alert

i486_nt

Assembly

package_ref_alert

x86e_win64

Assembly

preserve_comp_color_in i486_nt _preview

Assembly

preserve_comp_color_in x86e_win64 _preview

Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

regen_notebook_w_asse i486_nt m regen_notebook_w_asse x86e_win64 m replace_comp_name_me i486_nt thod

Description Action to take for packaged components in Assembly mode. Update - Updates components if assembly changes. Freeze Does not move components if assembly changes. Disallow Does not allow packaged components in assembly (must be fully constrained). Action to take for packaged components in Assembly mode. Update - Updates components if assembly changes. Freeze Does not move components if assembly changes. Disallow Does not allow packaged components in assembly (must be fully constrained). Control whether alert dialog is given when packaged component is referenced. Yes - Allow alert when a packaged component is referenced. No -No Alert is given when a packaged component is referenced. Control whether alert dialog is given when packaged component is referenced. Yes - Allow alert when a packaged component is referenced. No -No Alert is given when a packaged component is referenced. Yes - During component placement, component being assembled will retain its normal colors.No - During component placement, component being assembled is shown in preview color. Yes - During component placement, component being assembled will retain its normal colors.No - During component placement, component being assembled is shown in preview color. Specifies whether or not the notebook will be automatically regenerated upon assembly regeneration. Specifies whether or not the notebook will be automatically regenerated upon assembly regeneration. Sets the naming convention used when replacing components.

Values disallow, freeze, update

Default value update

disallow, freeze, update

update

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

no, yes

no

no, yes

no

yes, no yes, no transfer, remove, preserve transfer, remove, preserve disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

yes yes transfer transfer 3

replace_comp_name_me x86e_win64 Sets the naming convention used when replacing components. thod replace_history_rule_ord i486_nt Set the default order of the history evaluation rule in the replace er operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules.

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Category Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Name Platform Description replace_history_rule_ord x86e_win64 Set the default order of the history evaluation rule in the replace er operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules. replace_interface_rule_or i486_nt Set the default order of the interface evaluation rule in the der replace operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules. replace_interface_rule_or x86e_win64 Set the default order of the interface evaluation rule in the der replace operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules. replace_sameid_rule_ord i486_nt Set the default order of the same id evaluation rule in the replace er operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules. replace_sameid_rule_ord x86e_win64 Set the default order of the same id evaluation rule in the replace er operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules. replace_samename_rule i486_nt Set the default order of the same name evaluation rule in the _order replace operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules. replace_samename_rule x86e_win64 Set the default order of the same name evaluation rule in the _order replace operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules. replace_sameparam_rule i486_nt Set the default order of the same parameters evaluation rule in _order the replace operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules. replace_sameparam_rule x86e_win64 Set the default order of the same parameters evaluation rule in the replace operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be _order disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules.

Values disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Default value 3

disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

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Category Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Description Availability of automatic reference pairing in unrelated replace. No - Automatic reference pairing is not available. Yes Automatic reference pairing is available. replace_unrelated_autom x86e_win64 Availability of automatic reference pairing in unrelated replace. No - Automatic reference pairing is not available. Yes atic Automatic reference pairing is available. retrieve_instance_depen i486_nt Determines whether to retrieve the dependencies of the generic dencies when an instance is retrieved.

Name Platform replace_unrelated_autom i486_nt atic

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

no

instance_deps_only, instance_req_generic instance_and_generi c_deps, instance_req_generic instance_deps_only, instance_req_generic instance_and_generi c_deps, instance_req_generic component component session

Assembly

retrieve_instance_depen x86e_win64 Determines whether to retrieve the dependencies of the generic dencies when an instance is retrieved.

Assembly Assembly Assembly

rv_current_object rv_current_object rv_search_scope

i486_nt

Will control default option when setting a model or component as component, model, the current object. component + model

x86e_win64 Will control default option when setting a model or component as component, model, the current object. component + model i486_nt

Assembly

Assembly

Sets the search scope for children when entering the reference session, window viewer. Session - Search all objects in session. Window - Search objects in the active window only. rv_search_scope x86e_win64 Sets the search scope for children when entering the reference session, window viewer. Session - Search all objects in session. Window - Search objects in the active window only. search_area_for_comp_i i486_nt Defines the search area for the component interface as a nterfaces percentage of the component size during component placement. search_area_for_comp_i x86e_win64 Defines the search area for the component interface as a nterfaces percentage of the component size during component placement. search_not_retrieved_mo i486_nt dels Expands search to include models that have not been retrieved yes, no into session. If Yes, models will be brought into session possibly causing performance issues.

session

100

Assembly

100

Assembly

yes

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Category Assembly

Assembly

Name Platform Description Values search_not_retrieved_mo x86e_win64 Expands search to include models that have not been retrieved yes, no dels into session. If Yes, models will be brought into session possibly causing performance issues. yes, no sel_insts_on_comp_retrie i486_nt Yes - If the components used in the assembly instances are val themselves generics, the systems asks if you want to choose an instance as each component is retrieved. No - The generic model of the component is retrieved automatically. sel_insts_on_comp_retrie x86e_win64 Yes - If the components used in the assembly instances are yes, no val themselves generics, the systems asks if you want to choose an instance as each component is retrieved. No - The generic model of the component is retrieved automatically. shrinkwrap_alert Displays the Shrinkwrap alert the first time the quality level is increased. shrinkwrap_alert x86e_win64 Displays the Shrinkwrap alert the first time the quality level is increased. simprep_default_model_ i486_nt Determines the default model status while defining a new status simplified rep. simprep_default_model_ x86e_win64 Determines the default model status while defining a new status simplified rep. simprep_ondemand_sele i486_nt ction Determines the rep to be retrieved when selecting a reference. AutomaticRetrieves the minimum rep required to perform the operation. simprep_ondemand_sele x86e_win64 Determines the rep to be retrieved when selecting a reference. ction AutomaticRetrieves the minimum rep required to perform the operation. simprep_ondemand_setti i486_nt Determines on-demand retrieval behavior in simplified ngs representation views. Prompt - Ask for confirmation before retrieving on-demand. Never_prompt - Retrieve models ondemand automatically with no confirmation. Disabled - on demand is disabled. i486_nt yes, no yes, no exclude, master, graphics, geometry, light graphics rep exclude, master, graphics, geometry, light graphics rep automatic, master, disable automatic, master, disable prompt, never_prompt, disable

Default value yes

no

Assembly

no

Assembly Assembly Assembly

yes yes exclude

Assembly

exclude

Assembly

automatic

Assembly

automatic

Assembly

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Category Assembly

Assembly

Name Platform Description Values simprep_ondemand_setti x86e_win64 Determines on-demand retrieval behavior in simplified prompt, ngs representation views. Prompt - Ask for confirmation before never_prompt, retrieving on-demand. Never_prompt - Retrieve models ondisable demand automatically with no confirmation. Disabled - on demand is disabled. skeleton_model_default_ i486_nt Specifies the color Creo Parametric uses to display new skeleton color models. The three decimal values ranging from 0 through 100 specify (in order) the percentages of red, green, and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies medium blue. skeleton_model_default_ x86e_win64 Specifies the color Creo Parametric uses to display new skeleton color models. The three decimal values ranging from 0 through 100 specify (in order) the percentages of red, green, and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies medium blue. snap_to_constraints_duri i486_nt ng_drag snap_to_constraints_duri x86e_win64 ng_drag update_copy_geom_locat i486_nt ion update_copy_geom_locat x86e_win64 ion update_rep_refs update_rep_refs use_3d_thumbnail_in_lw g_rep use_3d_thumbnail_in_lw g_rep use_active_model_in_tra nsform use_active_model_in_tra nsform i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 Enables the dynamic snapping to constraints during the dragging of components. Enables the dynamic snapping to constraints during the dragging of components. Yes-Copy Geometry will try to update location of copied geometry based on changes to component placements even if some components are excluded or in graphics rep. Yes-Copy Geometry will try to update location of copied geometry based on changes to component placements even if some components are excluded or in graphics rep. "Yes" updates top assembly simplified reps for replacements during regeneration and upon replacement. "Yes" updates top assembly simplified reps for replacements during regeneration and upon replacement. Control the usage of 3D thumbnails when retrieving in light weight graphic representation Control the usage of 3D thumbnails when retrieving in light weight graphic representation Transform analysis default behavior: use active model CSYS and units or not. Transform analysis default behavior: use active model CSYS and units or not. yes, no yes, no yes, no

Default value never_prompt

Assembly

Assembly Assembly Assembly

yes yes yes

Assembly

yes, no

yes

Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes yes yes no no

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Category Assembly Process Assembly Process Assembly Process Assembly Process Assembly Process

Name Platform curr_proc_comp_def_col i486_nt or curr_proc_comp_def_col x86e_win64 or curr_proc_comp_def_font i486_nt

Description Values Specifies the default color used to display the current component in a process assembly. Specifies the default color used to display the current component in a process assembly. Specifies the default font used on the current component in a process assembly. curr_proc_comp_def_font x86e_win64 Specifies the default font used on the current component in a process assembly. display_comps_to_asse i486_nt Yes - The design model goes into memory and displays. Pick yes, no mble process components from the design model or the Model Tree. No - Only the Model Tree displays. As you pick process components from the Model Tree, they go into memory. display_comps_to_asse mble x86e_win64 Yes - The design model goes into memory and displays. Pick process components from the design model or the Model Tree. No - Only the Model Tree displays. As you pick process components from the Model Tree, they go into memory. i486_nt Specifies the color that offset lines are displayed in drawings. yes, no

Default value 0 0

yes

Assembly Process

yes

Assembly Process Assembly Process Assembly Process Assembly Process Assembly Process Assembly Process Assembly Process Assembly Process Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design

offset_line_def_color offset_line_def_color offset_line_def_font offset_line_def_font prev_proc_comp_def_col or prev_proc_comp_def_col or prev_proc_comp_def_fon t prev_proc_comp_def_fon t allow_shrink_dim_before

0 0

x86e_win64 Specifies the color that offset lines are displayed in drawings. i486_nt Specifies the font in which offset lines are displayed in drawings.

x86e_win64 Specifies the font in which offset lines are displayed in drawings. Specify the default color for components added to a process assembly in a previous step. x86e_win64 Specify the default color for components added to a process assembly in a previous step. i486_nt Specify the default font for previously added components in a process assembly. x86e_win64 Specify the default font for previously added components in a process assembly. i486_nt Allow calculation before relations. i486_nt 0 0

yes, no yes, no

no no

allow_shrink_dim_before x86e_win64 Allow calculation before relations.

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Category Casting & Mold Design

Name Platform default_mold_base_vend i486_nt or

Description Default Value for Mold Base vendor.

Values futaba_mm, dme, hasco, dme_mm, hasco_mm futaba_mm, dme, hasco, dme_mm, hasco_mm asme, simple asme, simple simple simple

Default value

Casting & Mold Design

default_mold_base_vend x86e_win64 Default Value for Mold Base vendor. or default_shrink_formula default_shrink_formula i486_nt x86e_win64 Default option of shrinkage formula: 1/(1-S) - ASME standard or 1+S (simple). Default option of shrinkage formula: 1/(1-S) - ASME standard or 1+S (simple). Sets a specified coordinate system as the default for the cavity layout origin. Sets a specified coordinate system as the default for the cavity layout origin. Do not perform automatic rollback while modifying mold volumes or parting surfaces. Do not perform automatic rollback while modifying mold volumes or parting surfaces. Sets the path to the catalog directory containing the catalog menu and the names of other catalog files, such as ejector pins. For example: pro_catalog_dir proe_loadpoint/apps_data/mold_data/catalog. Use full path name to avoid problems. Sets the path to the catalog directory containing the catalog menu and the names of other catalog files, such as ejector pins. For example: pro_catalog_dir proe_loadpoint/apps_data/mold_data/catalog. Use full path name to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for cavity layout rules. Use the full path name to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for cavity layout rules. Use the full path name to avoid problems. Determines how dimensions are displayed when shrinkage is applied to a model with Pro/MOLDESIGN. Percent_shrink Dimensions appear with the shrinkage percent.

Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design

mold_layout_origin_name i486_nt mold_layout_origin_name x86e_win64 mold_vol_surf_no_auto_r i486_nt ollback mold_vol_surf_no_auto_r x86e_win64 ollback pro_catalog_dir i486_nt

yes, no yes, no

no no

Casting & Mold Design

pro_catalog_dir

x86e_win64

Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design

pro_cav_lay_rule_dir pro_cav_lay_rule_dir

i486_nt x86e_win64

shrinkage_value_display i486_nt

final_value, percent_shrink

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Category Casting & Mold Design

Name Platform Description shrinkage_value_display x86e_win64 Determines how dimensions are displayed when shrinkage is applied to a model with Pro/MOLDESIGN. Percent_shrink Dimensions appear with the shrinkage percent. color color color_ramp_size i486_nt Turns the colors on or off. Turning colors off displays the model wireframe in white. x86e_win64 Turns the colors on or off. Turning colors off displays the model wireframe in white. i486_nt Specifies the number of shades in a color ramp. Applicable to multi-color, shaded model displays of simulation / analysis results. System graphics must support 256 colors and color maps that compress. x86e_win64 Specifies the number of shades in a color ramp. Applicable to multi-color, shaded model displays of simulation / analysis results. System graphics must support 256 colors and color maps that compress. i486_nt Specifies minimum allowable deviation between user-defined colors. Colors having RGB values within tolerance of existing colors cannot be created. Decreasing this setting allows more colors that are very similar in RGB value to be defined. x86e_win64 Specifies minimum allowable deviation between user-defined colors. Colors having RGB values within tolerance of existing colors cannot be created. Decreasing this setting allows more colors that are very similar in RGB value to be defined. i486_nt All_windows - Wireframe colors display in the main window and all auxiliary windows. One_window - Colors display only in the main window. Auxiliary windows display wireframe in the default color. x86e_win64 All_windows - Wireframe colors display in the main window and all auxiliary windows. One_window - Colors display only in the main window. Auxiliary windows display wireframe in the default color. i486_nt Material Global Appearance file path. x86e_win64 Material Global Appearance file path.

Values final_value, percent_shrink

Default value percent_shrink

Colors Colors Colors

no, yes no, yes

yes yes -1

Colors

color_ramp_size

-1

Colors

color_resolution

0.1

Colors

color_resolution

0.1

Colors

color_windows

all_windows, one_window

all_windows

Colors

color_windows

all_windows, one_window

all_windows

Colors Colors

global_appearance_file global_appearance_file

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Category Colors Colors Colors

Description Values Control whether default appearance in material definition is yes, no automatically assigned to a part. mat_assign_appearance x86e_win64 Control whether default appearance in material definition is yes, no automatically assigned to a part. number_user_colors i486_nt Specifies the maximum number of different wireframe colors that can display in the graphics area(s) at any given moment. number_user_colors x86e_win64 Specifies the maximum number of different wireframe colors that can display in the graphics area(s) at any given moment. i486_nt x86e_win64 Specifies the directory path for a color map (.map) file to be loaded from disk. Use the full path name to avoid problems. Specifies the directory path for a color map (.map) file to be loaded from disk. Use the full path name to avoid problems. Suppress the Lightworks appearance conversion notification yes, no dialog. Suppress the Lightworks appearance conversion notification yes, no dialog. Defines default graphics area background color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. Defines default graphics area background color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. Specifies the system color file. Use the full path name to avoid problems. Specifies the system color file. Use the full path name to avoid problems. Defines default curve color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

Name Platform mat_assign_appearance i486_nt

Default value yes yes -1

Colors

-1

Colors Colors Colors Colors Colors

pro_colormap_path pro_colormap_path

suppress_appearance_m i486_nt essage suppress_appearance_m x86e_win64 essage system_background_colo i486_nt r

no no 0

Colors

system_background_colo x86e_win64 r

Colors Colors Colors

system_colors_file system_colors_file system_curves_color

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

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Category Colors

Name system_curves_color

Platform Description x86e_win64 Defines default curve color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. Defines default secondary highlight color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

Values 0

Default value

Colors

system_dimmed_menu_c i486_nt olor

Colors

system_dimmed_menu_c x86e_win64 Defines default secondary highlight color. The three decimal olor values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. system_edge_high_color i486_nt Defines default edge highlight color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

Colors

Colors

system_edge_high_color x86e_win64 Defines default edge highlight color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. system_geometry_color i486_nt Defines default color of solid wireframe entities. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. x86e_win64 Defines default color of solid wireframe entities. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

Colors

Colors

system_geometry_color

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Category Colors

Name system_hidden_color

Colors

system_hidden_color

Colors

system_highlight_color

Description Defines default color of hidden, wireframe entities. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. x86e_win64 Defines default color of hidden, wireframe entities. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. i486_nt Defines default primary highlight color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. x86e_win64 Defines default primary highlight color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. i486_nt Defines default color of datum tags. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

Platform i486_nt

Values 0

Default value

Colors

system_highlight_color

Colors

system_letter_color

Colors

system_letter_color

x86e_win64 Defines default color of datum tags. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. i486_nt Defines default section color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

Colors

system_section_color

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Category Colors

Name system_section_color

Platform Description x86e_win64 Defines default section color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. Defines default color of Sheetmetal parts. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

Values 0

Default value

Colors

system_sheetmetal_color i486_nt

Colors

system_sheetmetal_color x86e_win64 Defines default color of Sheetmetal parts. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. Defines default color of Manufacturing volumes. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. system_volume_color x86e_win64 Defines default color of Manufacturing volumes. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. use_part_color_for_hidde i486_nt Determines how to color the hidden lines of parts that have user n_lines defined colors. "YES" - Use the dimmed part color for hidden lines.SYSTEM_HIDDEN_COLOR is ignored if it has been specified. use_part_color_for_hidde x86e_win64 Determines how to color the hidden lines of parts that have user n_lines defined colors. "YES" - Use the dimmed part color for hidden lines.SYSTEM_HIDDEN_COLOR is ignored if it has been specified. acis_export_params i486_nt For ACIS interface allows to export object, feature and entity level parameters. acis_export_params x86e_win64 For ACIS interface allows to export object, feature and entity level parameters. system_volume_color i486_nt

Colors

Colors

Colors

no, yes

no

Colors

no, yes

no

Data Exchange Data Exchange

yes, no yes, no

no no

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Category Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange

Name acis_export_units acis_export_units atb_auto_check_on_activ ate atb_auto_check_on_activ ate atb_auto_check_on_retri eve atb_auto_check_on_retri eve atb_auto_check_on_upd ate atb_auto_check_on_upd ate atb_ident_cadds_files atb_ident_cadds_files atb_prod_asm_upd_by_c omp_ids

Platform i486_nt

Description Allows selection of model units for ACIS export.

Values in, ft, m, mm, cm, micron, default in, ft, m, mm, cm, micron, default on, off on, off on, off on, off on, off on, off yes, no yes, no yes, no

Default value default default off off on on off off no no yes

x86e_win64 Allows selection of model units for ACIS export. i486_nt Sets state of ATB 'Auto Check Status On Activate' toggle.

x86e_win64 Sets state of ATB 'Auto Check Status On Activate' toggle. i486_nt Sets state of ATB 'Auto Check Status On Retrieve' toggle.

x86e_win64 Sets state of ATB 'Auto Check Status On Retrieve' toggle. i486_nt Sets state of ATB 'Auto Check Status On Update' toggle.

x86e_win64 Sets state of ATB 'Auto Check Status On Update' toggle.

Data Exchange

Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange

Data Exchange

Data Exchange Data Exchange

i486_nt Allows to identify CADDS files in the file open browser. x86e_win64 Allows to identify CADDS files in the file open browser. i486_nt Allows to update a Pro/DESKTOP assembly based on assembly component ids, if set to YES. Otherwise, the update will be based on component names. atb_prod_asm_upd_by_c x86e_win64 Allows to update a Pro/DESKTOP assembly based on assembly component ids, if set to YES. Otherwise, the update will be omp_ids based on component names. atb_show_log i486_nt Sets state of ATB 'Show Log' toggle. atb_show_log x86e_win64 Sets state of ATB 'Show Log' toggle. auto_associate_dimensio i486_nt If set to yes, Creo Parametric will attempt to take imported ns dimensions that are not associative and link them to geometric entities so that they act as associative. auto_associate_dimensio x86e_win64 If set to yes, Creo Parametric will attempt to take imported ns dimensions that are not associative and link them to geometric entities so that they act as associative. cadds_import_layer i486_nt Allows import of CADDS5 layering. cadds_import_layer x86e_win64 Allows import of CADDS5 layering.

yes, no

yes

on, off on, off no, yes

on on no

no, yes

no

yes, no yes, no

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Category Data Exchange

Data Exchange

Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange

Description Append - If the selected CATIA model already exists, the new data is appended to the existing CATIA file. Overwrite - If the selected CATIA model already exists, the newly exported file overwrites the existing one. catia_out_to_existing_mo x86e_win64 Append - If the selected CATIA model already exists, the new del data is appended to the existing CATIA file. Overwrite - If the selected CATIA model already exists, the newly exported file overwrites the existing one. cgm_use_pentable i486_nt No - Do not use a defined pen table for formatting of CGM export. cgm_use_pentable x86e_win64 No - Do not use a defined pen table for formatting of CGM export. cri_grafting_enable i486_nt Activates "Graft features" button under File menu. This allows user to graft features created in CRI model to active model. cri_grafting_enable x86e_win64 Activates "Graft features" button under File menu. This allows user to graft features created in CRI model to active model.

Name Platform catia_out_to_existing_mo i486_nt del

Values append, overwrite

Default value append

append, overwrite

append

no, yes no, yes yes, no

no no no

Data Exchange

yes, no

no

Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange

Data Exchange

Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange

dazix_default_placement i486_nt Specifies the units to be used for data imported in Dazix files. _unit dazix_default_placement x86e_win64 Specifies the units to be used for data imported in Dazix files. _unit dazix_export_mounthole i486_nt Yes - Causes the MOUNTHOLE section of a Dazix file to be processed as a mount hole.No - Causes the MOUNTHOLE section to be processed as a cut. dazix_export_mounthole x86e_win64 Yes - Causes the MOUNTHOLE section of a Dazix file to be processed as a mount hole.No - Causes the MOUNTHOLE section to be processed as a cut. dazix_z_translation i486_nt Yes - Passes the objects in the .edn files through z translation. dazix_z_translation direct_vrml direct_vrml dwg_export_format x86e_win64 Yes - Passes the objects in the .edn files through z translation. i486_nt Yes - Enables direct VRML conversion. x86e_win64 Yes - Enables direct VRML conversion. i486_nt Provides the ability to choose DWG file version when exporting from Creo Parametric drawing.

micron, mm, thou micron, mm, thou yes, no no

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no 14, 2000, 2004, 2007, 2010

yes yes no no 2007

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Category Data Exchange Data Exchange

Platform Description x86e_win64 Provides the ability to choose DWG file version when exporting from Creo Parametric drawing. dxf_block_to_pro_symbol i486_nt Specifies whether or not DXF BLOCKS to be imported as Creo Parametric symbols. Yes - Imports BLOCKS as symbol definitions, No - Imports BLOCKS as separate entities. dxf_block_to_pro_symbol x86e_win64 Specifies whether or not DXF BLOCKS to be imported as Creo Parametric symbols. Yes - Imports BLOCKS as symbol definitions, No - Imports BLOCKS as separate entities. dxf_export_format dxf_export_format dxf_in_faceted_brep dxf_in_faceted_brep dxf_in_proxy_entity dxf_in_proxy_entity dxf_out_comments i486_nt Provides the ability to choose DXF file version when exporting from Creo Parametric drawing. x86e_win64 Provides the ability to choose DXF file version when exporting from Creo Parametric drawing. i486_nt Default, faceted boundary representation is allowed in import.

Name dwg_export_format

Values 14, 2000, 2004, 2007, 2010 yes, no

Default value 2007 no

Data Exchange

yes, no

no

Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange

12, 13, 14, 2000, 2004, 2007, 2010 12, 13, 14, 2000, 2004, 2007, 2010 yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes yes, no

2007 2007 yes yes yes yes yes

x86e_win64 Default, faceted boundary representation is allowed in import. i486_nt Controls the input support for ACAD_PROXY_ENTITY. x86e_win64 Controls the input support for ACAD_PROXY_ENTITY. i486_nt YES - comments (999 group codes) will be created in DXF file exported from Creo Parametric. NO - DXF file will be created without comment lines. x86e_win64 YES - comments (999 group codes) will be created in DXF file exported from Creo Parametric. NO - DXF file will be created without comment lines. i486_nt Specify whether or not to export drawing scale to the DXF or DWG file. Yes - Includes a scale factor DIMLFAC in the exported DXF/DWG. No - Exports without using a scale for the drawing. Set to Yes when exporting to read into AutoCAD.

Data Exchange

dxf_out_comments

yes, no

yes

Data Exchange

dxf_out_drawing_scale

yes, no

no

Data Exchange

dxf_out_drawing_scale

x86e_win64 Specify whether or not to export drawing scale to the DXF or yes, no DWG file. Yes - Includes a scale factor DIMLFAC in the exported DXF/DWG. No - Exports without using a scale for the drawing. Set to Yes when exporting to read into AutoCAD.

no

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Category Data Exchange

Name dxf_out_scale_views

Platform i486_nt

Data Exchange

dxf_out_scale_views

x86e_win64

Data Exchange

dxf_out_sep_dim_w_bre i486_nt aks

Data Exchange

dxf_out_sep_dim_w_bre x86e_win64 aks

Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange

dxfio_in_sjis dxfio_in_sjis

i486_nt x86e_win64

ecad_area_default_impor i486_nt t

Data Exchange

ecad_area_default_impor x86e_win64 t

Data Exchange

ecad_board_csys_def_na i486_nt me ecad_board_csys_def_na x86e_win64 me ecad_comp_csys_def_na i486_nt me

Data Exchange

Data Exchange

Description Specify whether or not to scale drawing views when exporting to theDXF or DWG file.Yes - rescales the entire drawing in such a way that the main viewscale becomes 1:1. No - exports without rescaling. Specify whether or not to scale drawing views when exporting to theDXF or DWG file.Yes - rescales the entire drawing in such a way that the main viewscale becomes 1:1. No - exports without rescaling. YES - Breaks dimensions with breaks on witness lines to separate entities and preserves the original picture. No - Exports such dimensions as DXF DIMENSION entities and removes the breaks on witness lines. YES - Breaks dimensions with breaks on witness lines to separate entities and preserves the original picture. No - Exports such dimensions as DXF DIMENSION entities and removes the breaks on witness lines. Determines if the SJIS is supported when importing/exporting DXF files in Japanese Determines if the SJIS is supported when importing/exporting DXF files in Japanese Defines how imported ECAD areas are treated. Cosm_area Treats imported ECAD areas as cosmetic area features. 3d_volume - Imports ECAD areas with Z-heights as a 3D enclosed quilt. Defines how imported ECAD areas are treated. Cosm_area Treats imported ECAD areas as cosmetic area features. 3d_volume - Imports ECAD areas with Z-heights as a 3D enclosed quilt. Specifies the default coordinate system name added to an ECAD board being imported. If you do not set this variable, the system prompts you for a name. Specifies the default coordinate system name added to an ECAD board being imported. If you do not set this variable, the system prompts you for a name. Specifies the default coordinate system name added to an ECAD component being imported. If you do not set this variable, the system prompts you for a name.

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no 3d_volume, cosm_area

yes yes cosm_area

3d_volume, cosm_area

cosm_area

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Name Platform Description ecad_comp_csys_def_na x86e_win64 Specifies the default coordinate system name added to an ECAD me component being imported. If you do not set this variable, the system prompts you for a name. Allow layer mapping for ECAD component's import into ecad_comp_layer_map i486_nt Assembly. ecad_comp_layer_map x86e_win64 Allow layer mapping for ECAD component's import into Assembly. ecad_comp_naming_con i486_nt ECAD_NAME / ECAD_ALT_NAME - Uses the components vention package name or part number as the part name.ECAD_NAME_ECAD_ALT_NAME - Concatenates the component's package name and part number as the part name. ecad_comp_naming_con x86e_win64 ECAD_NAME / ECAD_ALT_NAME - Uses the components vention package name or part number as the part name.ECAD_NAME_ECAD_ALT_NAME - Concatenates the component's package name and part number as the part name. ecad_comp_xsec_def_na i486_nt me ecad_comp_xsec_def_na x86e_win64 me ecad_create_hint_add i486_nt

Values

Default value

yes, no yes, no

yes yes

ecad_name, ecad_name ecad_name_ecad_alt _name, ecad_alt_name ecad_name, ecad_name ecad_name_ecad_alt _name, ecad_alt_name

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Will allow pre-setting default X-section to be used for component outline output to *.eda format. Will allow pre-setting default X-section to be used for component outline output to *.eda format. Assists in creation of an ecad_hint.map file. Yes - Automatically no, yes renames components, if necessary, each time library of component outlines is imported to Creo Parametric. This does not create an ecad_hint.map file. It controls if ecad_hint.add is created. ecad_create_hint_add x86e_win64 Assists in creation of an ecad_hint.map file. Yes - Automatically no, yes renames components, if necessary, each time library of component outlines is imported to Creo Parametric. This does not create an ecad_hint.map file. It controls if ecad_hint.add is created. ecad_default_comp_heig i486_nt Sets default value and units for an ECAD component being ht imported. Units can be: inch, mil (1E-3 inches), thou (1E-6 inches), cm, mm, micron (1E-6 meters), dsu (1E-8 meters). If not set, the system uses the current component's units.

yes

yes

-1

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Name Platform Description Values ecad_default_comp_heig x86e_win64 Sets default value and units for an ECAD component being ht imported. Units can be: inch, mil (1E-3 inches), thou (1E-6 inches), cm, mm, micron (1E-6 meters), dsu (1E-8 meters). If not set, the system uses the current component's units. ecad_default_comp_plac i486_nt Sets default component placement status for export (parameter unplaced, fixed, e_status setting will override the default). placed, mcad, ecad ecad_default_comp_plac x86e_win64 Sets default component placement status for export (parameter e_status setting will override the default). ecad_edmd_out_version i486_nt Set the EDMD output version. ecad_edmd_out_version x86e_win64 Set the EDMD output version. ecad_exp_both_two_are i486_nt as unplaced, fixed, placed, mcad, ecad 1.2, 2.0 1.2, 2.0

Default value -1

placed placed 2 2 no

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Supports the export of ECAD areas with different "Above Board" yes, no and "Below Board" conditions."yes" - Enables you to export both sided keep-in/keep-out ECAD areas as two individual areas (top and bottom). ecad_exp_both_two_are x86e_win64 Supports the export of ECAD areas with different "Above Board" yes, no as and "Below Board" conditions."yes" - Enables you to export both sided keep-in/keep-out ECAD areas as two individual areas (top and bottom). ecad_export_cuts_as_hol i486_nt Exports Creo Parametric cuts as holes to ECAD systems. yes, no es ecad_export_cuts_as_hol x86e_win64 Exports Creo Parametric cuts as holes to ECAD systems. yes, no es ecad_export_holes_as_c i486_nt Exports Creo Parametric holes as cuts to ECAD systems. yes, no uts ecad_export_holes_as_c x86e_win64 Exports Creo Parametric holes as cuts to ECAD systems. yes, no uts ecad_import_holes_as_f i486_nt Import sections specified as DRILLED_HOLE as through-all yes, no eatures holes. Boards created with Creo Parametric drilled holes export with default value of NPTH for the ECAD_HOLE_TYPE parameter. Create this feature parameter if a value of PTH is needed (IDF 2.0/3.0).

no

yes yes no no yes

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Name Platform Description ecad_import_holes_as_f x86e_win64 Import sections specified as DRILLED_HOLE as through-all eatures holes. Boards created with Creo Parametric drilled holes export with default value of NPTH for the ECAD_HOLE_TYPE parameter. Create this feature parameter if a value of PTH is needed (IDF 2.0/3.0). ecad_import_relative_acc i486_nt Defines the relative accuracy used in ECAD import. uracy ecad_import_relative_acc x86e_win64 Defines the relative accuracy used in ECAD import. uracy ecad_mapping_file i486_nt Specify the ecad_hint.map file that will be used for ECAD operations. ecad_mapping_file x86e_win64 Specify the ecad_hint.map file that will be used for ECAD operations. ecad_missing_componen i486_nt Setup default status for missing components in "Investigate t_status Placement" Dialog. ecad_missing_componen x86e_win64 Setup default status for missing components in "Investigate t_status Placement" Dialog. ecad_mtg_hole_import i486_nt Setup the default for the import of ECAD Holes type MTG (IDF 3.0 or IDX ONLY) ecad_mtg_hole_import ecad_other_outl_csys_de f_name x86e_win64 Setup the default for the import of ECAD Holes type MTG (IDF 3.0 or IDX ONLY) i486_nt Specifies the default coordinate system name for the .OTHER_OUTLINE section of an IDF 2.0 ECAD component being imported. If you do not set this variable, the system uses ECAD DEFAULT as coordinate system name. x86e_win64 Specifies the default coordinate system name for the .OTHER_OUTLINE section of an IDF 2.0 ECAD component being imported. If you do not set this variable, the system uses ECAD DEFAULT as coordinate system name. i486_nt Specifies the default coordinate system name added to an ECAD panel being imported. If you do not set this variable, the system prompts you for a name. x86e_win64 Specifies the default coordinate system name added to an ECAD panel being imported. If you do not set this variable, the system prompts you for a name. i486_nt Set up the default for the import of ECAD Holes from type PIN (IDF 3.0 or IDX ONLY)

Values yes, no yes

Default value

0.0012 0.0012

keep_missing, delete_missing keep_missing, delete_missing yes, no, as lightweight yes, no, as lightweight

keep_missing keep_missing yes yes

Data Exchange

ecad_other_outl_csys_de f_name

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ecad_panel_csys_def_na me ecad_panel_csys_def_na me ecad_pin_hole_import

Data Exchange

Data Exchange

yes, no, as lightweight

no

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Category Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange

Name ecad_pin_hole_import ecad_reject_strategy ecad_reject_strategy

Platform Description x86e_win64 Set up the default for the import of ECAD Holes from type PIN (IDF 3.0 or IDX ONLY) i486_nt Configures the way the changes are rejected.

Values yes, no, as lightweight

Default value no

ui_based, ui_based as_original, as_base ui_based, ui_based as_original, as_base no, yes no, yes yes, no, as lightweight yes, no, as lightweight yes, no, as lightweight yes, no, as lightweight yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes yes, no no no yes yes yes yes no no no no no no no

x86e_win64 Configures the way the changes are rejected. Yes - Set both EDA format version and output method to support InterComm product, yes or no. Yes - Set both EDA format version and output method to support InterComm product, yes or no. Setup the default for the import of ECAD Holes type TOOL (IDF 3.0 or IDX ONLY)

ecad_set_intercomm_co i486_nt mpatible ecad_set_intercomm_co x86e_win64 mpatible ecad_tool_hole_import i486_nt ecad_tool_hole_import ecad_via_hole_import ecad_via_hole_import efx_enabled efx_enabled enable_acis_export_exte nsion enable_acis_export_exte nsion enable_cadra_export

x86e_win64 Setup the default for the import of ECAD Holes type TOOL (IDF 3.0 or IDX ONLY) i486_nt Set up the default for the import of ECAD Holes from type VIA (IDF 3.0 or IDX ONLY)

x86e_win64 Set up the default for the import of ECAD Holes from type VIA (IDF 3.0 or IDX ONLY) i486_nt Loads EFX application. x86e_win64 Loads EFX application. i486_nt Enable ACIS export extension. x86e_win64 Enable ACIS export extension. i486_nt

Enables the CADRA command in the EXPORT menu. This enables the creation of a CADRA specific IGES file. enable_cadra_export x86e_win64 Enables the CADRA command in the EXPORT menu. This enables the creation of a CADRA specific IGES file. explode_iges_dimension i486_nt Controls how dimensions are treated when importing an IGES _note drawing file. Yes - Each IGES dimension explodes into an independent note with the dimension text and a dimension with an empty note. No - Dimensions are treated as before.

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Name Platform Description explode_iges_dimension x86e_win64 Controls how dimensions are treated when importing an IGES _note drawing file. Yes - Each IGES dimension explodes into an independent note with the dimension text and a dimension with an empty note. No - Dimensions are treated as before. export_3d_force_default_ i486_nt naming Specify whether the Creo Parametric model names should be used for STEP export. Yes - Use default naming. No - Add suffixes to model file names. export_3d_force_default_ x86e_win64 Specify whether the Creo Parametric model names should be naming used for STEP export. Yes - Use default naming. No - Add suffixes to model file names. export_to_shipit i486_nt Enable Ship-it interface export. export_to_shipit x86e_win64 Enable Ship-it interface export. extend_cvpath i486_nt Extends CVPATH search path for CADDS5 data exchanging. extend_cvpath x86e_win64 Extends CVPATH search path for CADDS5 data exchanging.

Values yes, no no

Default value

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yes, no

no

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yes, no

no

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yes, no yes, no

no no

fix_autocad_iges_text_sc i486_nt ale fix_autocad_iges_text_sc x86e_win64 ale fix_catia_iges_sym_note i486_nt

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Fixes scaling problems with AutoCAD releases earlier than Release 10. Yes - Repairs AutoCAD files appropriately. Fixes scaling problems with AutoCAD releases earlier than Release 10. Yes - Repairs AutoCAD files appropriately. Corrects a problem caused by multiple rotations of a note in a CATIA IGES file. Yes - Rectifies any discrepancies. fix_catia_iges_sym_note x86e_win64 Corrects a problem caused by multiple rotations of a note in a CATIA IGES file. Yes - Rectifies any discrepancies. fix_imported_set_view_or i486_nt Sets viewing characteristics for imported CATIA SET files. Yes ient Files can have translated views. No - Files cannot have translated views. fix_imported_set_view_or x86e_win64 Sets viewing characteristics for imported CATIA SET files. Yes ient Files can have translated views. No - Files cannot have translated views. frt_enabled i486_nt Loads feature recognition application. frt_enabled x86e_win64 Loads feature recognition application. iges_clip_view_ent i486_nt Determines whether IGES entities are clipped with regards to IGES views. YES - Entities outside the view outline are clipped. NO - No clipping.

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no no no

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no yes

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Category Data Exchange

Name iges_clip_view_ent

Data Exchange

iges_clip_view_note

Data Exchange

iges_clip_view_note

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iges_export_dwg_views iges_export_dwg_views iges_in_dwg_color

Platform Description x86e_win64 Determines whether IGES entities are clipped with regards to IGES views. YES - Entities outside the view outline are clipped. NO - No clipping. Determines how IGES notes are clipped with regards to IGES i486_nt views. No_clip - No clipping. Full_clip - Notes that are partially outside the view outline are clipped. Partial_clip - Notes completely outside the view outline are clipped. x86e_win64 Determines how IGES notes are clipped with regards to IGES views. No_clip - No clipping. Full_clip - Notes that are partially outside the view outline are clipped. Partial_clip - Notes completely outside the view outline are clipped. i486_nt Yes - Exports drawing view information. No - Does not export drawing view information. x86e_win64 Yes - Exports drawing view information. No - Does not export drawing view information. i486_nt Yes - Import RGB information to IGES files. The color definition entities in the IGES file are imported to the drawings as userdefined colors. No - The color-definition entities in the IGES files are ignored when importing to the drawing.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

no_clip, full_clip, partial_clip

no_clip

no_clip, full_clip, partial_clip

no_clip

yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no

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iges_in_dwg_color

x86e_win64 Yes - Import RGB information to IGES files. The color definition yes, no entities in the IGES file are imported to the drawings as userdefined colors. No - The color-definition entities in the IGES files are ignored when importing to the drawing. i486_nt yes, no

no

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Controls the import of user-defined line fonts. Yes - Give default names to user-defined line styles without names in order ("IGES_1," "IGES_2" etc.). No - Imports the user-defined line fonts as Solid line font. iges_in_dwg_line_font x86e_win64 Controls the import of user-defined line fonts. Yes - Give default names to user-defined line styles without names in order ("IGES_1," "IGES_2" etc.). No - Imports the user-defined line fonts as Solid line font. iges_in_group_to_dwg_la i486_nt Yes - Converts an IGES group to drawing layers. No - The IGES yer group is not converted. iges_in_group_to_dwg_la x86e_win64 Yes - Converts an IGES group to drawing layers. No - The IGES yer group is not converted.

iges_in_dwg_line_font

no

yes, no

no

no, yes no, yes

no no

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Category Data Exchange

Name iges_note_disp

Platform i486_nt

Description Determines what to do when IGES note entities do not point to any views or the drawing entity. See the configuration option iges_zero_view_disp.

Values as_geometry, all_views, no_views, as_is as_geometry, all_views, no_views, as_is

Default value all_views

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iges_note_disp

x86e_win64 Determines what to do when IGES note entities do not point to any views or the drawing entity. See the configuration option iges_zero_view_disp. i486_nt

all_views

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iges_out_all_srfs_as

Default - Outputs all surfaces as appropriate IGES surfaces. 114 - 128, 114, default This option applies only to representations of surface shape. Trimmed surface entities (type 144) are exported regardless of setting. 128 - Outputs all surfaces as IGES B-spline surfaces.

default

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iges_out_all_srfs_as

x86e_win64 Default - Outputs all surfaces as appropriate IGES surfaces. 114 - 128, 114, default This option applies only to representations of surface shape. Trimmed surface entities (type 144) are exported regardless of setting. 128 - Outputs all surfaces as IGES B-spline surfaces. Set default for assembly export via IGES. Flat - Single level flat, one_level, model. One_level - Assy structure with pointers to components. all_levels, all_parts All_levels - Assy structure with all comps to IGES files. All_parts Assy to IGES files with geominfo of comps and assy feats.

default

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iges_out_assembly_defa i486_nt ult_mode

flat

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iges_out_assembly_defa x86e_win64 Set default for assembly export via IGES. Flat - Single level flat, one_level, ult_mode model. One_level - Assy structure with pointers to components. all_levels, all_parts All_levels - Assy structure with all comps to IGES files. All_parts Assy to IGES files with geominfo of comps and assy feats. Yes - Enables the desired width of a gtol symbol to be exported to CATIA. iges_out_catia_gdt_width x86e_win64 Yes - Enables the desired width of a gtol symbol to be exported to CATIA. iges_out_catia_notes i486_nt Yes - Breaks a large note (greater than 70 strings) down into smaller notes, each producing an IGES entity. iges_out_catia_notes x86e_win64 Yes - Breaks a large note (greater than 70 strings) down into smaller notes, each producing an IGES entity. iges_out_catia_gdt_width i486_nt yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

flat

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Category Data Exchange

Name iges_out_dwg_color

Platform i486_nt

Data Exchange

iges_out_dwg_color

x86e_win64

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iges_out_dwg_line_font iges_out_dwg_line_font

i486_nt x86e_win64

iges_out_ent_as_bspline i486_nt

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iges_out_ent_as_bspline x86e_win64

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iges_out_jamais_complia i486_nt nt

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iges_out_jamais_complia x86e_win64 nt

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iges_out_mil_d_28000 iges_out_mil_d_28000 iges_out_spl_crvs_as_12 6 iges_out_spl_crvs_as_12 6 iges_out_spl_srfs_as_12 8 iges_out_spl_srfs_as_12 8

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64

Description Yes - Enables the export of RGB information to IGES files. The user-defined colors in the drawing are exported to an IGES file as color definition entities. No - Ignores the user-defined colors in the drawing when exporting IGES file. Yes - Enables the export of RGB information to IGES files. The user-defined colors in the drawing are exported to an IGES file as color definition entities. No - Ignores the user-defined colors in the drawing when exporting IGES file. Controls the export of user-defined line font through IGES. No Exports all geometry as solid font. Controls the export of user-defined line font through IGES. No Exports all geometry as solid font. True - Exports all geometry entities, other than lines or arcs, as third-degree B-splines. False - Does not export entities as thirddegree B-splines. True - Exports all geometry entities, other than lines or arcs, as third-degree B-splines. False - Does not export entities as thirddegree B-splines. Yes - Specifies IGES output with special JAMA-IS subset specification, compliant with the version 1.02 of JAMA-IS (Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association IGES Subset Specification). No - Specifies normal IGES. Yes - Specifies IGES output with special JAMA-IS subset specification, compliant with the version 1.02 of JAMA-IS (Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association IGES Subset Specification). No - Specifies normal IGES. Yes - Specifies IGES output that uses the MIL-D-28000 entity subset. Yes - Specifies IGES output that uses the MIL-D-28000 entity subset. Converts all part geometry spline curves to IGES entity 126 (Bspline) when creating an IGES file. Converts all part geometry spline curves to IGES entity 126 (Bspline) when creating an IGES file. Converts all part geometry spline surfaces to IGES entity 128 (Bspline) when creating an IGES file. Converts all part geometry spline surfaces to IGES entity 128 (Bspline) when creating an IGES file.

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no true, false

no no FALSE

true, false

FALSE

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes no, yes no, yes

no no yes yes yes yes

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Category Data Exchange

Name iges_out_start_note

Platform i486_nt

Data Exchange

iges_out_start_note

x86e_win64

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iges_out_symbol_entity

i486_nt

Data Exchange

iges_out_symbol_entity

x86e_win64

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iges_out_trim_curve_devi i486_nt ation iges_out_trim_curve_devi x86e_win64 ation iges_out_trim_xyz iges_out_trim_xyz i486_nt x86e_win64

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iges_out_trm_srfs_as_14 i486_nt 3 iges_out_trm_srfs_as_14 x86e_win64 3 iges_zero_view_disp i486_nt

Description Yes - Exports the text specified by system_iges_header_file and user_iges_header_file as a note on the drawing. To control note placement, use the configuration file option put_iges_drawing_entity. Yes - Exports the text specified by system_iges_header_file and user_iges_header_file as a note on the drawing. To control note placement, use the configuration file option put_iges_drawing_entity. Exports a drawing symbol as an IGES general symbol entity, IGES type number 228 (yes), or as its component entities: notes and lines. Exports a drawing symbol as an IGES general symbol entity, IGES type number 228 (yes), or as its component entities: notes and lines. Sets the maximum value for the distance between an XYZ trimming curve (boundary) and the underlying surface of a trimmed surface Sets the maximum value for the distance between an XYZ trimming curve (boundary) and the underlying surface of a trimmed surface Controls whether or not XYZ data is output in addition to UV data for trimmed surfaces. Controls whether or not XYZ data is output in addition to UV data for trimmed surfaces. Yes - Exports all surfaces to IGES entities 141 and 143. This overrides option iges_out_trm_xyz. Yes - Exports all surfaces to IGES entities 141 and 143. This overrides option iges_out_trm_xyz. When IGES geometry does not point to any views or the drawing entity. All_views - Creates a copy of the entity for each view. No_views - Does not create the entity at all. As_is - Creates the entity once, using only its own transformation information.

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

no

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

-1

-1

yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes all_views, no_views, as_is

yes yes no no all_views

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iges_zero_view_disp

x86e_win64 When IGES geometry does not point to any views or the drawing all_views, no_views, entity. All_views - Creates a copy of the entity for each view. as_is No_views - Does not create the entity at all. As_is - Creates the entity once, using only its own transformation information.

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Category Data Exchange

Name interface_quality

Platform i486_nt

Description Sets amount of checking for overlapping lines and collecting lines of same pen color before exporting plot or 2-D file. 0 - No check or collection. 1 - No check, but collection. 2 - Partial check and collection. 3 - Complete check and collection.

Values 3

Default value

Data Exchange

interface_quality

x86e_win64 Sets amount of checking for overlapping lines and collecting lines of same pen color before exporting plot or 2-D file. 0 - No check or collection. 1 - No check, but collection. 2 - Partial check and collection. 3 - Complete check and collection. Allows the user to solidify all closed quilts during import CADDS5 model. Allows the user to solidify all closed quilts during import CADDS5 model. Allows the user to switch between the default and alternate converter version for interface with CADDS5 x86e_win64 Allows the user to switch between the default and alternate converter version for interface with CADDS5 i486_nt Specifies not to generate or generate short or long log files for data exchange import operations. x86e_win64 Specifies not to generate or generate short or long log files for data exchange import operations. i486_nt Yes - Converts an IGES or DXF point entity to a drawing point. x86e_win64 Yes - Converts an IGES or DXF point entity to a drawing point. i486_nt Controls if associativity in an imported IGES view is preserved. 3D_VIEWS - tries to create 3D views if 3D model exists in the file. 2D_VIEWS - Imported IGES views work as 2D. No Imported IGES views are exploded and become unrelated. yes, no yes, no 14, 15 14, 15 no, short, long no, short, long yes, no yes, no no, 2d_views, 3d_views

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intf_cadds_import_make i486_nt _solid intf_cadds_import_make x86e_win64 _solid intf_cadds_version i486_nt intf_cadds_version intf_generate_log_file intf_generate_log_file intf_in_dwg_pnt_ent intf_in_dwg_pnt_ent intf_in_dwg_view

no no 14 14 short short no no 2d_views

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intf_in_dwg_view

x86e_win64 Controls if associativity in an imported IGES view is preserved. 3D_VIEWS - tries to create 3D views if 3D model exists in the file. 2D_VIEWS - Imported IGES views work as 2D. No Imported IGES views are exploded and become unrelated. i486_nt Default, no profiles in a data exchange file will be extracted for use.

no, 2d_views, 3d_views

2d_views

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intf_in_extract_profiles

none, comp, all

none

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Category Data Exchange Data Exchange

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Platform Description x86e_win64 Default, no profiles in a data exchange file will be extracted for use. intf_in_granite_direct_en i486_nt Allows the user to switch back to the old 'Import Feature' method of reading Desktop .des files and Granite .g files into Creo able Parametric. By default, Creo Parametric directly opens these models. intf_in_granite_direct_en x86e_win64 Allows the user to switch back to the old 'Import Feature' method able of reading Desktop .des files and Granite .g files into Creo Parametric. By default, Creo Parametric directly opens these models. intf_in_layer_asm_dialog i486_nt Yes - Presents a dialog box to control the import of both layers and assemblies. You can choose from the list of layers and/or solids available in the file to select one or more for import. intf_in_layer_asm_dialog x86e_win64 Yes - Presents a dialog box to control the import of both layers and assemblies. You can choose from the list of layers and/or solids available in the file to select one or more for import. intf_in_profile_default intf_in_profile_default intf_out_as_bezier intf_out_as_bezier intf_out_asm_mapped_it em intf_out_asm_mapped_it em intf_out_assign_names i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt Specifies the name of the existing import profile to use by default. Specifies the name of the existing import profile to use by default. Exports all B-splines as Bezier surfaces. Exports all B-splines as Bezier surfaces. Export assembly components and instances using MAPPED ITEM entity. Export assembly components and instances using MAPPED ITEM entity. Controls how entity names are handled when an object is exported to STEP format from part or assembly mode. You can give unique names to Creo Parametric datum points, datum axes, datum curves, surfaces, edges, and quilts. Controls how entity names are handled when an object is exported to STEP format from part or assembly mode. You can give unique names to Creo Parametric datum points, datum axes, datum curves, surfaces, edges, and quilts.

Name intf_in_extract_profiles

Values none, comp, all yes, no

Default value none yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no

no

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no

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yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no no

no_name, no_name user_name, id_name

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intf_out_assign_names

x86e_win64

no_name, no_name user_name, id_name

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Name intf_out_auto_layer_ids

Platform i486_nt

Description Values Yes - Automatically assigns interface IDs for layers that were not yes, no assigned IDs during export. No - Does not assign interface IDs for layers that were not assigned IDs during export.

Default value no

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intf_out_auto_layer_ids

x86e_win64 Yes - Automatically assigns interface IDs for layers that were not yes, no assigned IDs during export. No - Does not assign interface IDs for layers that were not assigned IDs during export. Filters export of entities based on their blank status yes, no yes, no

no

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intf_out_blanked_entities i486_nt

yes yes

intf_out_blanked_entities x86e_win64 Filters export of entities based on their blank status intf_out_cat_start_model i486_nt

Specifies Catia start model to be used for CATIA II .model export. intf_out_cat_start_model x86e_win64 Specifies Catia start model to be used for CATIA II .model export. intf_out_ed_recipe_file i486_nt Sets the Creo View recipe file for export to .ed and .edz formats. For use with Windchill 8.0 and earlier servers intf_out_ed_recipe_file x86e_win64 Sets the Creo View recipe file for export to .ed and .edz formats. For use with Windchill 8.0 and earlier servers intf_out_layer i486_nt Layer mapping mechanism providing an ability to group entities none, part_layer, none to layers or blocks. block_layer, block_nested_layer, block_view_based_la yer, block_nested_view_b ased_layer intf_out_layer x86e_win64 Layer mapping mechanism providing an ability to group entities to layers or blocks. none, part_layer, none block_layer, block_nested_layer, block_view_based_la yer, block_nested_view_b ased_layer

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intf_out_layer_rename_ta i486_nt ble

Enables you to assign interface ids to layers during export

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Category Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange

Name intf_out_layer_rename_ta ble intf_out_max_bspl_degre e intf_out_max_bspl_degre e intf_out_pvs_recipe_file intf_out_pvs_recipe_file intf_out_text_length

Platform Description x86e_win64 Enables you to assign interface ids to layers during export i486_nt

Values

Default value

Controls the maximum degree of exported B-spline surfaces when exporting through IGES x86e_win64 Controls the maximum degree of exported B-spline surfaces when exporting through IGES i486_nt Sets the Creo View recipe file for export to .pvs and .pvz formats. For use with Windchill 9.0 and later servers x86e_win64 Sets the Creo View recipe file for export to .pvs and .pvz formats. For use with Windchill 9.0 and later servers i486_nt Sets text length in exported 2-D. As_is - Width of each character as_is, full_size, is width of strokes. Full_size - Width of each character is width of adjusted character text box. Adjusted - Adjusts spacing so no extra space left and end/start character do not overlap. x86e_win64 Sets text length in exported 2-D. As_is - Width of each character as_is, full_size, is width of strokes. Full_size - Width of each character is width of adjusted character text box. Adjusted - Adjusts spacing so no extra space left and end/start character do not overlap. i486_nt Specifies the directory where import and export profiles are stored. Use the full path to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Specifies the directory where import and export profiles are stored. Use the full path to avoid problems. i486_nt Sets the directory for user defined Creo View recipe files x86e_win64 Sets the directory for user defined Creo View recipe files i486_nt Sets the version of Unigraphics interface. nx5, nx6, nx7 x86e_win64 Sets the version of Unigraphics interface. nx5, nx6, nx7 i486_nt Yes - IGES,DXF,STEP files with variable sized sheet information no, yes are imported andput on the appropriate variable-size format. Without a sheet size, the system tries to apply the correct variable-size format.No - The IGES,DXF,STEP drawing isplaced on a standardsized format.

16 16

full_size

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intf_out_text_length

full_size

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intf_profile_dir intf_profile_dir intf_pv_recipe_dir intf_pv_recipe_dir intf_ug_version intf_ug_version intf_use_variable_size

nx5 nx5 yes

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Platform Description x86e_win64 Yes - IGES,DXF,STEP files with variable sized sheet information are imported andput on the appropriate variable-size format. Without a sheet size, the system tries to apply the correct variable-size format.No - The IGES,DXF,STEP drawing isplaced on a standardsized format. intf2d_fit_incompatible_d i486_nt YES - For import and export, fixes compatibility problems ata between 2-D external formats (such as IGES and DXF) and Creo Parametric. intf2d_fit_incompatible_d x86e_win64 YES - For import and export, fixes compatibility problems ata between 2-D external formats (such as IGES and DXF) and Creo Parametric. intf2d_iges_out_hatch i486_nt YES - Exports draft xhatching as IGES sectioned area entity. NO - exports draft xhatching as separate geometric entities. intf2d_iges_out_hatch

Name intf_use_variable_size

Values no, yes yes

Default value

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

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x86e_win64 YES - Exports draft xhatching as IGES sectioned area entity. NO yes, no - exports draft xhatching as separate geometric entities. YES - Ignore the 3DSOLID entities, if they exist, in the DXF/DWG file being imported in Drawing mode. Only, the 2D entities are processed.NO - Create an assembly by processing the 3DSOLID entities in the DWG/DXF file being imported in Drawing mode. This is the default value for this option. yes, no

no

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intf2d_in_acad_ignore_3 i486_nt d

no

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intf2d_in_acad_ignore_3 x86e_win64 YES - Ignore the 3DSOLID entities, if they exist, in the d DXF/DWG file being imported in Drawing mode. Only, the 2D entities are processed.NO - Create an assembly by processing the 3DSOLID entities in the DWG/DXF file being imported in Drawing mode. This is the default value for this option. intf2d_in_assoc_dim_geo i486_nt m

yes, no

no

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Controls if imported associative dimensions remain associative. yes, no Yes - If the drawing setup option associative_dimensioning is Yes, then dimensions are imported associative. No - Dimensions do not retain associativity.

no

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Name Platform Description Values intf2d_in_assoc_dim_geo x86e_win64 Controls if imported associative dimensions remain associative. yes, no m Yes - If the drawing setup option associative_dimensioning is Yes, then dimensions are imported associative. No - Dimensions do not retain associativity. intf2d_in_bottom_margin i486_nt Sets the bottom margin in drawing units for imported drawings.

Default value no

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0 0 yes, no yes, no as_sep_ent, as_is, as_symbol yes yes as_is

intf2d_in_bottom_margin x86e_win64 Sets the bottom margin in drawing units for imported drawings. intf2d_in_create_multiline i486_nt _note intf2d_in_create_multiline x86e_win64 _note intf2d_in_dim i486_nt Create a single multi-line note on importing multi-line text when is set to YES. Create a single multi-line note on importing multi-line text when is set to YES. AS_SEP_ENT - Imports each component of a dimension separately. AS_IS - Imports dimensions as dimensions in Pro/ENGINEER. AS_SYMBOL - Imports dimensions as symbols in Pro/ENGINEER. intf2d_in_dim x86e_win64 AS_SEP_ENT - Imports each component of a dimension separately. AS_IS - Imports dimensions as dimensions in Pro/ENGINEER. AS_SYMBOL - Imports dimensions as symbols in Pro/ENGINEER. intf2d_in_dxf_mapping_fil i486_nt Specifies the mapping file for DXF and DWG import. Absolute or e relative path to the file can be used. intf2d_in_dxf_mapping_fil x86e_win64 Specifies the mapping file for DXF and DWG import. Absolute or e relative path to the file can be used. intf2d_in_iges_hatch_bnd i486_nt Yes - Places all sectioned areas boundary imported from the _layer IGES file in one layer named IGES_HATCH_BOUNDARY. NO Does not place sectioned areas boundary in one layer.

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as_sep_ent, as_is, as_symbol

as_is

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yes, no

no

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intf2d_in_iges_hatch_bnd x86e_win64 Yes - Places all sectioned areas boundary imported from the yes, no _layer IGES file in one layer named IGES_HATCH_BOUNDARY. NO Does not place sectioned areas boundary in one layer. intf2d_in_iges_symbols i486_nt Controls whether to import IGES symbols as symbols or as entities by default. Yes - Import IGES symbols as symbols by default. No - Import IGES symbols as entities by default. yes, no

no

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Category Data Exchange

Name intf2d_in_iges_symbols

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intf2d_in_left_margin intf2d_in_left_margin intf2d_in_mi_mapping_fil e intf2d_in_mi_mapping_fil e intf2d_in_open_log_wind ow intf2d_in_open_log_wind ow intf2d_in_recompute_dim _value intf2d_in_recompute_dim _value intf2d_in_right_margin intf2d_in_right_margin

Platform Description x86e_win64 Controls whether to import IGES symbols as symbols or as entities by default. Yes - Import IGES symbols as symbols by default. No - Import IGES symbols as entities by default. i486_nt Sets the left margin in drawing units for imported drawings. x86e_win64 Sets the left margin in drawing units for imported drawings. i486_nt Specifies the mapping file for MI import. Absolute or relative path to the file can be used. x86e_win64 Specifies the mapping file for MI import. Absolute or relative path to the file can be used. i486_nt Yes - Opens Import Log File in a separate window. No - The Log File does not appear in the window. x86e_win64 Yes - Opens Import Log File in a separate window. No - The Log File does not appear in the window. i486_nt Indicates whether to recompute associative dimensions upon import. x86e_win64 Indicates whether to recompute associative dimensions upon import. i486_nt Sets the right margin in drawing units for imported drawings. x86e_win64 Sets the right margin in drawing units for imported drawings. Yes - standard colors are imported as user-defined colors. No standard colors are mapped to Creo Parametric colors.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

0 0

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no no 0 0

intf2d_in_std_clrs_as_us i486_nt er_def

yes, no

yes

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intf2d_in_std_clrs_as_us x86e_win64 Yes - standard colors are imported as user-defined colors. No er_def standard colors are mapped to Creo Parametric colors. intf2d_in_top_margin i486_nt Sets the top margin in drawing units for imported drawings. intf2d_in_top_margin x86e_win64 Sets the top margin in drawing units for imported drawings. intf2d_in_white_as_black i486_nt If set to yes entities having white color will be imported as black when the background color is white. intf2d_in_white_as_black x86e_win64 If set to yes entities having white color will be imported as black when the background color is white. intf2d_out_acad_brk_tbl_ i486_nt Yes - drawing tables having blanked lines are exported to w_bl_ln DXF/DWG as separate entities, No - the tables are exported as DXF/DWG tables but the lines are not blanked.

yes, no

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yes, no yes, no yes, no

0 0 yes yes no

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Name Platform Description intf2d_out_acad_brk_tbl_ x86e_win64 Yes - drawing tables having blanked lines are exported to w_bl_ln DXF/DWG as separate entities, No - the tables are exported as DXF/DWG tables but the lines are not blanked. Create a single MTEXT entity for multi-line text notes when is set intf2d_out_acad_mtext i486_nt to YES. intf2d_out_acad_mtext x86e_win64 Create a single MTEXT entity for multi-line text notes when is set to YES. intf2d_out_acad_ole_as_i i486_nt Controls OLE export to DXF/DWG. Yes - exports OLE objects as mage DXF/DWG IMAGEs. No - exports OLE objects as separate entities. intf2d_out_acad_ole_as_i x86e_win64 Controls OLE export to DXF/DWG. Yes - exports OLE objects as mage DXF/DWG IMAGEs. No - exports OLE objects as separate entities. intf2d_out_acad_text_alig i486_nt As_is - Exports notes to DXF/DWG with their original alignment n values. Fit - Exports notes with FIT alignment. intf2d_out_acad_text_alig x86e_win64 As_is - Exports notes to DXF/DWG with their original alignment n values. Fit - Exports notes with FIT alignment. intf2d_out_acad_unicode i486_nt Yes - Non-ASCII characters are written in UNICODE encoding. intf2d_out_acad_unicode x86e_win64 Yes - Non-ASCII characters are written in UNICODE encoding. intf2d_out_cgm_old_lfont i486_nt _map Yes - Use the old line font mapping in CGM export: hidden lines to type 2, CTRLFONT to type 4, PHANTOMFONT to type 5. No Use the new mapping: hidden lines to type 12, CTRLFONT to type 11, PHANTOMFONT to type 13. intf2d_out_cgm_old_lfont x86e_win64 Yes - Use the old line font mapping in CGM export: hidden lines _map to type 2, CTRLFONT to type 4, PHANTOMFONT to type 5. No Use the new mapping: hidden lines to type 12, CTRLFONT to type 11, PHANTOMFONT to type 13. intf2d_out_cgm_ver i486_nt Provides the ability to choose CGM metafile version when exporting from Creo Parametric drawing. intf2d_out_cgm_ver x86e_win64 Provides the ability to choose CGM metafile version when exporting from Creo Parametric drawing. intf2d_out_dxf_mapping_ i486_nt Specifies the mapping file for DXF and DWG export. Absolute or file relative path to the file can be used. intf2d_out_dxf_mapping_ x86e_win64 Specifies the mapping file for DXF and DWG export. Absolute or file relative path to the file can be used.

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes yes

yes, no

yes

as_is, fit as_is, fit yes, no yes, no yes, no

as_is as_is no no no

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no

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1, 3 1, 3

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Name Platform intf2d_out_enhanced_ent i486_nt s

Description Values Controls whether the enhanced entities (SPLINE and spline_and_hatch, HATCHING) are converted to the corresponding DXF entities or spline_only, represented as separate lines and polylines. hatch_only, none

Default value spline_and_hatch

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intf2d_out_enhanced_ent x86e_win64 Controls whether the enhanced entities (SPLINE and spline_and_hatch, s HATCHING) are converted to the corresponding DXF entities or spline_only, represented as separate lines and polylines. hatch_only, none intf2d_out_iges_layers_wi i486_nt Yes - Exports interface IDs of layers as IGES levels. th_id intf2d_out_iges_layers_wi x86e_win64 Yes - Exports interface IDs of layers as IGES levels. th_id intf2d_out_image_format i486_nt If set to "png" shaded views will be exported as a PNG image and the background will be transparent. If set to "jpeg" shaded views will be exported as a JPEG image and the background will be opaque. intf2d_out_image_format x86e_win64 If set to "png" shaded views will be exported as a PNG image and the background will be transparent. If set to "jpeg" shaded views will be exported as a JPEG image and the background will be opaque. intf2d_out_line_width i486_nt YES - Exports line width information to DXF. NO - all entities are exported with the default width. intf2d_out_line_width x86e_win64 YES - Exports line width information to DXF. NO - all entities are exported with the default width. intf2d_out_linemerge_ign i486_nt If set to yes overlapping lines will be merged regardless of their _layers layers when exporting or plotting a drawing. If set to no overlapping lines belonging to different layers will not be merged. yes, no yes, no png, jpeg

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no no png

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png, jpeg

png

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yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes no

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intf2d_out_linemerge_ign x86e_win64 If set to yes overlapping lines will be merged regardless of their yes, no _layers layers when exporting or plotting a drawing. If set to no overlapping lines belonging to different layers will not be merged. intf2d_out_open_log_win i486_nt dow intf2d_out_open_log_win x86e_win64 dow intf2d_out_pnt_ent i486_nt Yes - Opens Export Log File in special window. No - the Log File yes, no will not appear in the window. Yes - Opens Export Log File in special window. No - the Log File yes, no will not appear in the window. Yes - Exports a drawing point to IGES, DXF or DWG as a point yes, no entity. No - Exports a drawing point as shape entities.

no

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Category Data Exchange Data Exchange

Name intf2d_out_pnt_ent intf2d_out_stroke_text

Platform Description Values x86e_win64 Yes - Exports a drawing point to IGES, DXF or DWG as a point yes, no entity. No - Exports a drawing point as shape entities. i486_nt Strokes == text is converted to lines and dots. "NONE"- Does not none, special, all stroke out the text for export. "ALL" - Strokes out all the text. "SPECIAL" - Strokes out only special characters. x86e_win64 Strokes == text is converted to lines and dots. "NONE"- Does not none, special, all stroke out the text for export. "ALL" - Strokes out all the text. "SPECIAL" - Strokes out only special characters.

Default value no none

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intf2d_out_stroke_text

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intf3d_ideas_import_filter i486_nt

Enables UI to selectively import I-DEAS part and assembly yes, no models from the I-DEAS .mf1 and .pkg container files. intf3d_ideas_import_filter x86e_win64 Enables UI to selectively import I-DEAS part and assembly yes, no models from the I-DEAS .mf1 and .pkg container files. intf3d_ideas_install_dir i486_nt Specifies the path for I-DEAS installation. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. intf3d_ideas_install_dir x86e_win64 Specifies the path for I-DEAS installation. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. intf3d_ideas_run_comma i486_nt Specifies the I-DEAS run command. Default command is "ideas". nd intf3d_ideas_run_comma x86e_win64 Specifies the I-DEAS run command. Default command is "ideas". nd intf3d_in_enable_layer_jo i486_nt No - Join surfaces on import as geometry is loaded from file. Yes yes, no in - Use new method to join surfaces by layer (surfaces contained on the same layer are joined together first) with a better chance of joining those surface elements to form closed geometry. intf3d_in_enable_layer_jo x86e_win64 No - Join surfaces on import as geometry is loaded from file. Yes yes, no in - Use new method to join surfaces by layer (surfaces contained on the same layer are joined together first) with a better chance of joining those surface elements to form closed geometry. intf3d_in_import_as_face i486_nt ts intf3d_in_import_as_face x86e_win64 ts Import faceted data for formats that support both facet and Brep yes, no, default representations. Import faceted data for formats that support both facet and Brep yes, no, default representations.

no no

ideas.cmd ideas.cmd yes

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Name intf3d_out_anno_as

Platform i486_nt

Description This option will determine if annotations are exported and, if exported, whether they will be exported as polyline or semantic.

Values graphic, semantic, none, default graphic, semantic, none, default

Default value graphic

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intf3d_out_anno_as

x86e_win64 This option will determine if annotations are exported and, if exported, whether they will be exported as polyline or semantic. Specifies model parameter IDENT_CRV while exporting to Catia.

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intf3d_out_cat2_ident_crv i486_nt

-1 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 no no

intf3d_out_cat2_ident_crv x86e_win64 Specifies model parameter IDENT_CRV while exporting to Catia. intf3d_out_cat2_ident_pt i486_nt Specifies model parameter IDENT_PT while exporting to Catia.

intf3d_out_cat2_ident_pt x86e_win64 Specifies model parameter IDENT_PT while exporting to Catia. intf3d_out_cat2_infinity intf3d_out_cat2_infinity intf3d_out_cat2_model_s z intf3d_out_cat2_model_s z intf3d_out_cat2_sag intf3d_out_cat2_sag intf3d_out_cat2_step intf3d_out_cat2_step intf3d_out_datums_by_d efault intf3d_out_datums_by_d efault intf3d_out_default_option i486_nt Specifies model parameter INFINITY while exporting to Catia.

x86e_win64 Specifies model parameter INFINITY while exporting to Catia. i486_nt Specifies model parameter MODEL_SZ while exporting to Catia.

x86e_win64 Specifies model parameter MODEL_SZ while exporting to Catia. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt Specifies model parameter SAG while exporting to Catia. Specifies model parameter SAG while exporting to Catia. Specifies model parameter STEP while exporting to Catia. Specifies model parameter STEP while exporting to Catia. Determines whether datum curves are included when exporting IGES files in Batch mode. x86e_win64 Determines whether datum curves are included when exporting IGES files in Batch mode. i486_nt Controls the type of 3-D data output through Pro/BATCH to an IGES or STEP file.

yes, no yes, no

wireframe, surfaces, surfaces wireframe_surfaces, solid, shells, none wireframe, surfaces, surfaces wireframe_surfaces, solid, shells, none

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intf3d_out_default_option x86e_win64 Controls the type of 3-D data output through Pro/BATCH to an IGES or STEP file.

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Name Platform intf3d_out_extend_surfac i486_nt e intf3d_out_extend_surfac x86e_win64 e intf3d_out_force_surf_nor i486_nt mals

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Description Specifies how surfaces are handled for exporting files to other systems Specifies how surfaces are handled for exporting files to other systems IGES and PDGS export. Controls normals of non-analytic surfaces. Yes - Forces the surface normals to point in a consistent direction. No - Does not force the surface normals to point in a consistent direction. intf3d_out_force_surf_nor x86e_win64 IGES and PDGS export. Controls normals of non-analytic mals surfaces. Yes - Forces the surface normals to point in a consistent direction. No - Does not force the surface normals to point in a consistent direction. intf3d_out_jt_auto_lods i486_nt Generate three default Creo Parametric LODs. intf3d_out_jt_auto_lods x86e_win64 Generate three default Creo Parametric LODs. intf3d_out_jt_brep i486_nt No*: Export to JT as facet representation only, jt_brep: Export to JT as facet and jt_brep representation, xt_brep: Export to JT as facet and xt_brep representation intf3d_out_jt_brep x86e_win64 No*: Export to JT as facet representation only, jt_brep: Export to JT as facet and jt_brep representation, xt_brep: Export to JT as facet and xt_brep representation intf3d_out_jt_structure i486_nt Specifies product structure to file structure mapping defined in JT Open Toolkit. intf3d_out_jt_structure

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no yes yes no

Default value

yes, no

no

no, yes no, yes no, jt_brep, xt_brep

no no no

no, jt_brep, xt_brep

no

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intf3d_out_parameters intf3d_out_parameters

per_part, per_part fully_shattered, monolithic x86e_win64 Specifies product structure to file structure mapping defined in JT per_part, per_part Open Toolkit. fully_shattered, monolithic i486_nt Exports parameters with models. all, none, designated all x86e_win64 Exports parameters with models. all, none, designated all yes, no yes, no yes, no no no no

intf3d_out_prop_chord_h i486_nt Use maximum chord heights proportional to component sizes. eights intf3d_out_prop_chord_h x86e_win64 Use maximum chord heights proportional to component sizes. eights intf3d_out_prop_step_siz i486_nt Use maximum step sizes proportional to component sizes. es

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Category Data Exchange Data Exchange

Name Platform Description Values intf3d_out_prop_step_siz x86e_win64 Use maximum step sizes proportional to component sizes. yes, no es intf3d_out_surface_deviat i486_nt Sets maximum allowable deviation between original and resulting surfaces in the process of converting Creo Parametric surfaces ion to spline surfaces. By setting this you convert surfaces with a better approximation than by using the current model accuracy. intf3d_out_surface_deviat x86e_win64 Sets maximum allowable deviation between original and resulting ion surfaces in the process of converting Creo Parametric surfaces to spline surfaces. By setting this you convert surfaces with a better approximation than by using the current model accuracy. YES - Unicode strings are exported to the Neutral file, NO Unicode strings are converted to ascii characters for Neutral file export. intf3d_out_unicode_to_n x86e_win64 YES - Unicode strings are exported to the Neutral file, NO eutral Unicode strings are converted to ascii characters for Neutral file export. intf3d_out_use_num_na i486_nt Use numeric layer names as layer export IDs. mes intf3d_out_use_num_na x86e_win64 Use numeric layer names as layer export IDs. mes intf3d_out_use_step_size i486_nt Use maximum step size(s). intf3d_out_use_step_size x86e_win64 Use maximum step size(s). intf3d_parasolid_export_s i486_nt chema Allows user to choose the schema to be used for parasolid export. Default is SCH_10004. Consult online documentation for other valid schema settings. intf3d_parasolid_export_s x86e_win64 Allows user to choose the schema to be used for parasolid chema export. Default is SCH_10004. Consult online documentation for other valid schema settings. medusa_2d_config_file i486_nt Specifies the Medusa 2D Interface config. file. Absolute or relative path to the file can be used. medusa_2d_config_file x86e_win64 Specifies the Medusa 2D Interface config. file. Absolute or relative path to the file can be used. intf3d_out_unicode_to_n i486_nt eutral yes, no

Default value no -1

Data Exchange

-1

Data Exchange

yes

Data Exchange

yes, no

yes

Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes no no sch_10004

Data Exchange

sch_10004

Data Exchange Data Exchange

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Category Data Exchange

Name mentor_ver_2_0

Platform i486_nt

Data Exchange

mentor_ver_2_0

x86e_win64

Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange

pdf_linecap pdf_linecap pdf_linejoin pdf_linejoin pdf_use_pentable pdf_use_pentable pro_gplug_dir pro_gplug_dir pro_stheno_command pro_stheno_command put_iges_drawing_entity

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Data Exchange

put_iges_drawing_entity

x86e_win64

Data Exchange

step_appearance_layers i486_nt _groups

Description Yes - Exports the file in IDF 2.0 format. No - Exports the file in IDF 1.0 format unless IDF 2.0 is selected from the ECAD FORMAT menu. Yes - Exports the file in IDF 2.0 format. No - Exports the file in IDF 1.0 format unless IDF 2.0 is selected from the ECAD FORMAT menu. 0 - Butt cap: stroked lines are squared off at the endpoint of the path.There is no projection beyond the end of the path. 0 - Butt cap: stroked lines are squared off at the endpoint of the path.There is no projection beyond the end of the path. 0 - Miter join: outer edges of the strokes for the two segments are extended until they meet at an angle. 0 - Miter join: outer edges of the strokes for the two segments are extended until they meet at an angle. No - PDF export does not use any defined pentable changes as would be applied to plotting the drawing. No - PDF export does not use any defined pentable changes as would be applied to plotting the drawing. Specifies the directory in which Granite application plug-ins are located. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Specifies the directory in which Granite application plug-ins are located. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Specifies the command for Stheno launch. Specifies the command for Stheno launch. Specifies whether or not to suppress the output of the IGES drawing entity, #404, to the IGES file. No - The drawing entity is not output. Specifies whether or not to suppress the output of the IGES drawing entity, #404, to the IGES file. No - The drawing entity is not output. No - Output of Appearances, Layers, and Groups is enabled for STEP standard AP214. Yes - Output of Appearances, Layers, and Groups is enabled for STEP standard AP203.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

butt, round, projecting butt square butt, round, projecting butt square miter, round, bevel miter miter, round, bevel no, yes no, yes miter no no <creo_loadpoint>\i486_nt\gpl ugs\ <creo_loadpoint>\x86e_win64 \gplugs\

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no

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Category Data Exchange

Name Platform Description step_appearance_layers x86e_win64 No - Output of Appearances, Layers, and Groups is enabled for _groups STEP standard AP214. Yes - Output of Appearances, Layers, and Groups is enabled for STEP standard AP203. step_export_ap214_asm i486_nt _def_mode

Values yes, no no

Default value

Data Exchange

Toggles the default setting of the File Structure field in the STEP single_file, single_file Export dialog box for supported assembly STEP export files. separate_parts_only, separate_all_objects

Data Exchange

step_export_ap214_asm x86e_win64 Toggles the default setting of the File Structure field in the STEP single_file, single_file _def_mode Export dialog box for supported assembly STEP export files. separate_parts_only, separate_all_objects step_export_dwg_views i486_nt AS_3D_VIEWS - Export 3-D model geometry with its associative views. AS_3D_VIEWS_ASSOC_DRAFT - Export 3-D model geometry with its associative views and view related annotations. NO - Export only 2-D representations of the 3-D models. This is the default. x86e_win64 AS_3D_VIEWS - Export 3-D model geometry with its associative views. AS_3D_VIEWS_ASSOC_DRAFT - Export 3-D model geometry with its associative views and view related annotations. NO - Export only 2-D representations of the 3-D models. This is the default. i486_nt Specifies output format when exporting to STEP. AP203_IS Formats output to ISO 10303 AP203IS format. AP214_CD Formats output with geometry that meets the specification for the long-term schema for AP214cc1. x86e_win64 Specifies output format when exporting to STEP. AP203_IS Formats output to ISO 10303 AP203IS format. AP214_CD Formats output with geometry that meets the specification for the long-term schema for AP214cc1. i486_nt Export validation information for assemblies to the STEP file for formats ap203_e2, ap214_is x86e_win64 Export validation information for assemblies to the STEP file for formats ap203_e2, ap214_is no, as_3d_views, no as_3d_views_assoc_ draft

Data Exchange

Data Exchange

step_export_dwg_views

no, as_3d_views, no as_3d_views_assoc_ draft

Data Exchange

step_export_format

ap203_is, ap202_is, ap203_is ap203_is_ext, ap209_dis, ap214_is, ap203_e2 ap203_is, ap202_is, ap203_is ap203_is_ext, ap209_dis, ap214_is, ap203_e2 yes, no yes, no no no

Data Exchange

step_export_format

Data Exchange Data Exchange

step_out_asm_val_prop step_out_asm_val_prop

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Category Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange

Name step_out_material step_out_material

Platform i486_nt x86e_win64

step_out_material_as_pr i486_nt oduct step_out_material_as_pr x86e_win64 oduct step_out_suppl_geom i486_nt step_out_suppl_geom x86e_win64

system_iges_header_file i486_nt

Data Exchange

system_iges_header_file x86e_win64

Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange

tiff_compression tiff_compression tiff_type tiff_type use_export_2d_dialog

i486_nt

Description Exports the material definition (name and density) to the STEP file for formats ap203_e2, ap214_is and 203_is_ext Exports the material definition (name and density) to the STEP file for formats ap203_e2, ap214_is and 203_is_ext Export the material definition (name and density) to the STEP file as a separate STEP PRODUCT entity Export the material definition (name and density) to the STEP file as a separate STEP PRODUCT entity Export datum csys, planes, axes, points to the STEP file for formats ap203_e2, ap214_is Export datum csys, planes, axes, points to the STEP file for formats ap203_e2, ap214_is Inserts specified text file into the Start section of IGES files (refer to user_iges_header_file). When used with user_iges_header_file, the system text appears first. Inserts specified text file into the Start section of IGES files (refer to user_iges_header_file). When used with user_iges_header_file, the system text appears first. TIFF exports are done without compression.

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no no no no no no

Default value

none, g4, packbits, deflate none, g4, packbits, deflate

none none rgb rgb yes

x86e_win64 TIFF exports are done without compression. i486_nt

Determines the type of tiff items are exported to variables refer to rgb, palette, color sets grayscale, mono

x86e_win64 Determines the type of tiff items are exported to variables refer to rgb, palette, color sets grayscale, mono i486_nt Yes - Opens export options dialog when exporting Creo Parametric drawing. No - exports file without the options dialog. yes, no

Data Exchange

use_export_2d_dialog

x86e_win64 Yes - Opens export options dialog when exporting Creo Parametric drawing. No - exports file without the options dialog. i486_nt Used to disable the use of IGES font 1003. x86e_win64 Used to disable the use of IGES font 1003.

yes, no

yes

Data Exchange Data Exchange

use_iges_font_1003 use_iges_font_1003

yes, no yes, no

yes yes

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Name Platform use_iges_kanji_font_200 i486_nt 1

Description Specifies whether to convert Kanji notes in Creo Parametric to IGES Kanji notes (font code) when exporting. Yes - Converts Kanji notes to IGES Kanji notes. No - Converts using Font 1.

Values yes, no no

Default value

Data Exchange

use_iges_kanji_font_200 x86e_win64 Specifies whether to convert Kanji notes in Creo Parametric to 1 IGES Kanji notes (font code) when exporting. Yes - Converts Kanji notes to IGES Kanji notes. No - Converts using Font 1. user_iges_header_file i486_nt Filename - Insert specified text file into the Start section of IGES file. Valid parametric note symbols will be replaced during export. For example, &dwg_name in the text file is replaced by the drawing name when a drawing is exported. x86e_win64 Filename - Insert specified text file into the Start section of IGES file. Valid parametric note symbols will be replaced during export. For example, &dwg_name in the text file is replaced by the drawing name when a drawing is exported. i486_nt The complete filename of the text file containing VDA header information. If you intend to use the same header for all VDA files, specify the full pathname. x86e_win64 The complete filename of the text file containing VDA header information. If you intend to use the same header for all VDA files, specify the full pathname. i486_nt Enables you to place an anchor on a specified VRML component during the export to VRML. The keywords are optional. x86e_win64 Enables you to place an anchor on a specified VRML component during the export to VRML. The keywords are optional. Yes - Exports a model to VRML with the Creo Parametric background color. x86e_win64 Yes - Exports a model to VRML with the Creo Parametric background color. i486_nt Yes - Exports a model to VRML with explode lines for assembly or assembly process data. x86e_win64 Yes - Exports a model to VRML with explode lines for assembly or assembly process data. i486_nt Specifies the number of levels of detail (LODs) in models exported in VRML format. i486_nt

yes, no

no

Data Exchange

Data Exchange

user_iges_header_file

Data Exchange

vda_header

Data Exchange

vda_header

Data Exchange

vrml_anchor_url

Data Exchange

vrml_anchor_url

Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange

vrml_background_color vrml_background_color vrml_explode_lines vrml_explode_lines vrml_export_resolution

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no high, medium, low

no no yes yes medium

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Platform Description x86e_win64 Specifies the number of levels of detail (LODs) in models exported in VRML format. vrml_export_version i486_nt Allows the user to choose between exporting to the VRML 2.0 or 1.0 format. vrml_export_version x86e_win64 Allows the user to choose between exporting to the VRML 2.0 or 1.0 format. vrml_file_duplicate_mater i486_nt Yes - Ensures that the model components retain their true color. ial No - In some viewers, component colors might not be consistent.

Name vrml_export_resolution

Values high, medium, low 2.0, 1.0 2.0, 1.0 yes, no

Default value medium 2 2 no

Data Exchange

vrml_file_duplicate_mater x86e_win64 Yes - Ensures that the model components retain their true color. yes, no ial No - In some viewers, component colors might not be consistent. vrml_multiple_views i486_nt All - Exports top-level and lower-level assembly component views into VRML format. None - Does not export component views into VRML format. Top - Exports top-level object view only into VRML format. x86e_win64 All - Exports top-level and lower-level assembly component views into VRML format. None - Does not export component views into VRML format. Top - Exports top-level object view only into VRML format. i486_nt Controls the export of user parameters. Designated - Export only designated parameters. All - Export all parameters. None - Do not export parameters. x86e_win64 Controls the export of user parameters. Designated - Export only designated parameters. All - Export all parameters. None - Do not export parameters. i486_nt Yes - Specifies direct and in memory export of top-level assembly simplified representation to Pro/FLY-THROUGH package files. x86e_win64 Yes - Specifies direct and in memory export of top-level assembly simplified representation to Pro/FLY-THROUGH package files. i486_nt Creates additional frame for each process step or for assembly publication. Yes - Auxiliary files aux.html are created for each step in assembly process (in each step00 directory) to be replaced by your .html file. No - Auxiliary files are not created. none, all, top

no

Data Exchange

all

Data Exchange

vrml_multiple_views

none, all, top

all

Data Exchange

vrml_parameters

designated, all, none designated

Data Exchange

vrml_parameters

designated, all, none designated

Data Exchange

vrml_simprep_export

yes, no

no

Data Exchange

vrml_simprep_export

yes, no

no

Data Exchange

www_add_aux_frame

no, yes

no

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Category Data Exchange

Name www_add_aux_frame

Platform Description x86e_win64 Creates additional frame for each process step or for assembly publication. Yes - Auxiliary files aux.html are created for each step in assembly process (in each step00 directory) to be replaced by your .html file. No - Auxiliary files are not created. Specifies the output format by to one of the values

Values no, yes no

Default value

Data Exchange

www_export_geometry_a i486_nt s

vrml, cgm, jpg, cgm_vrml, jpg_vrml, cgm_jpg, all vrml, cgm, jpg, cgm_vrml, jpg_vrml, cgm_jpg, all none, all, top

jpg_vrml

Data Exchange

www_export_geometry_a x86e_win64 Specifies the output format by to one of the values s www_multiple_views i486_nt All - Writes all views in any component to the appropriate VRML files. Top - Writes only named views that reside in the assembly or process assembly to top-level VRML files. None - Does not write named views to VRML files. All - Writes all views in any component to the appropriate VRML files. Top - Writes only named views that reside in the assembly or process assembly to top-level VRML files. None - Does not write named views to VRML files. Specifies the location of the model tree in the browser window. Out - Opens model tree in a separate window. In - Includes model tree in the Web page and removes the Tree checkbox from the control panel. Specifies the location of the model tree in the browser window. Out - Opens model tree in a separate window. In - Includes model tree in the Web page and removes the Tree checkbox from the control panel. Allow additonal files with extensions to be shown in the import dialog Allow additonal files with extensions to be shown in the import dialog Works in conjunction with save_bitmap. Determines the size (squared) of the bitmap image that is stored. Works in conjunction with save_bitmap. Determines the size (squared) of the bitmap image that is stored.

jpg_vrml

Data Exchange

top

Data Exchange

www_multiple_views

x86e_win64

none, all, top

top

Data Exchange

www_tree_location

i486_nt

out, in

out

Data Exchange

www_tree_location

x86e_win64

out, in

out

Data Management Data Management Data Management Data Management

allow_import_file_extensi i486_nt on allow_import_file_extensi x86e_win64 on bitmap_size i486_nt bitmap_size x86e_win64

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Category Data Management

Name dm_auto_open_zip

Platform i486_nt

Description YES - Windchill CAD packages or zip files will open automatically. NO - User selects which file in contents to open.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

Data Management

dm_auto_open_zip

x86e_win64 YES - Windchill CAD packages or zip files will open automatically. NO - User selects which file in contents to open. i486_nt Enter amount of disk space (in megabytes) to allocate for local file storage. The change to the existing setting will take effect after Creo Parametric is restarted Enter amount of disk space (in megabytes) to allocate for local file storage. The change to the existing setting will take effect after Creo Parametric is restarted Indicate which objects will be written to local cache when objects in Creo Parametric memory are saved. Indicate which objects will be written to local cache when objects in Creo Parametric memory are saved. Controls the default action presented to the user when Check Out on the fly dialog comes up Controls the default action presented to the user when Check Out on the fly dialog comes up Specifies the server location where objects will be saved when Creo Parametric does not provide an ability to specify the target save location. This option is applicable for Windchill ProductPoint only. Specifies the server location where objects will be saved when Creo Parametric does not provide an ability to specify the target save location. This option is applicable for Windchill ProductPoint only. Set the data compression factor (0-9, 0= no compression) for data exchange with a Windchill server. Set the data compression factor (0-9, 0= no compression) for data exchange with a Windchill server. Allow the user to choose to work offline when there is a loss of server connection. Staying online will continue to retry server operations. Allow the user to choose to work offline when there is a loss of server connection. Staying online will continue to retry server operations.

yes, no

yes

Data Management

dm_cache_limit

Data Management

dm_cache_limit

x86e_win64

Data Management Data Management Data Management Data Management Data Management

dm_cache_mode dm_cache_mode

i486_nt x86e_win64

none, modified, all none, modified, all checkout, continue checkout, continue

all all checkout checkout

dm_checkout_on_the_fly i486_nt dm_checkout_on_the_fly x86e_win64 dm_fallback_server_locat i486_nt ion

Data Management

dm_fallback_server_locat x86e_win64 ion

Data Management Data Management Data Management

dm_http_compression_le i486_nt vel dm_http_compression_le x86e_win64 vel dm_offline_after_event i486_nt

yes, no

yes

Data Management

dm_offline_after_event

x86e_win64

yes, no

yes

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Category Data Management

Data Management

Data Management

Description Yes - Synchronize, Download and Upload boxes are checked when going online. No - Only Synchronize box is checked when going online. dm_offline_options_activ x86e_win64 Yes - Synchronize, Download and Upload boxes are checked when going online. No - Only Synchronize box is checked when ated going online. dm_overwrite_contents_o i486_nt Yes: Windchill Workspace Update will overwrite locally/modified n_update out of date objects with the ones in the server. No (Default): Windchill Workspace Update will update metadata only. dm_overwrite_contents_o x86e_win64 Yes: Windchill Workspace Update will overwrite locally/modified n_update out of date objects with the ones in the server. No (Default): Windchill Workspace Update will update metadata only. dm_remember_server dm_remember_server i486_nt x86e_win64 Primary server/workspace must be set by user for each Creo Parametric session. Primary server/workspace must be set by user for each Creo Parametric session. Controls the default option for Save A Copy when models are saved as in non-Creo Parametric format. Yes - It will by default save it as secondary content attachment to the original CAD Document. No- It will by default save it as Primary CAD Document Controls the default option for Save A Copy when models are saved as in non-Creo Parametric format. Yes - It will by default save it as secondary content attachment to the original CAD Document. No- It will by default save it as Primary CAD Document Search the primary server for dependencies not found in the workspace. Search the primary server for dependencies not found in the workspace. Indicate when modified Creo Parametric objects on a secondary server will be moved from the local cache to the user's workspace on the server. Indicate when modified Creo Parametric objects on a secondary server will be moved from the local cache to the user's workspace on the server.

Name Platform dm_offline_options_activ i486_nt ated

Values yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

yes, no

no

Data Management

yes, no

no

Data Management Data Management Data Management

no, yes no, yes yes, no

yes yes yes

dm_save_as_attachment i486_nt

Data Management

dm_save_as_attachment x86e_win64

yes, no

yes

Data Management Data Management Data Management

dm_search_primary_serv i486_nt er dm_search_primary_serv x86e_win64 er dm_secondary_upload i486_nt

yes, no yes, no automatic, explicit

yes yes automatic

Data Management

dm_secondary_upload

x86e_win64

automatic, explicit

automatic

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Category Data Management

Data Management

Data Management

Description Yes: Enables workspace synchronization in the background. No (Default): Workspace synchronization will happen in the foreground. dm_synchronize_in_back x86e_win64 Yes: Enables workspace synchronization in the background. No (Default): Workspace synchronization will happen in the ground foreground. dm_upload_objects i486_nt Indicate when modified Creo Parametric objects will be moved from the local cache to the user workspace on the server. dm_upload_objects x86e_win64 Indicate when modified Creo Parametric objects will be moved from the local cache to the user workspace on the server. i486_nt

Name Platform dm_synchronize_in_back i486_nt ground

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

no

automatic, explicit

explicit

Data Management

automatic, explicit

explicit

Data Management

dm_user_presence

Data Management

Data Management Data Management Data Management

Enable user presence indicator and actions.This capability requires a connection with a PDM server and requires an installed and running Microsoft communicator client. dm_user_presence x86e_win64 Enable user presence indicator and actions.This capability requires a connection with a PDM server and requires an installed and running Microsoft communicator client. let_proe_rename_pdm_o i486_nt Determines whether an object fetched from a PDM database can bjects be renamed in a Creo Parametric session. let_proe_rename_pdm_o x86e_win64 Determines whether an object fetched from a PDM database can bjects be renamed in a Creo Parametric session. pdm_rev i486_nt Specify how the system parameter, PDM_REV, should be formatted. Only useful for objects submitted to Pro/PDM or Pro/INTRALINK.

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

no, yes no, yes

no no

pdmrev_fmt_rev_ver, pdmrev_fmt_rev_ver pdmrev_fmt_rev, pdmrev_fmt_branch_ rev_ver, pdmrev_fmt_branch_ rev pdmrev_fmt_rev_ver, pdmrev_fmt_rev_ver pdmrev_fmt_rev, pdmrev_fmt_branch_ rev_ver, pdmrev_fmt_branch_ rev yes, no, no common_name_only

Data Management

pdm_rev

x86e_win64 Specify how the system parameter, PDM_REV, should be formatted. Only useful for objects submitted to Pro/PDM or Pro/INTRALINK.

Data Management

read_parameters_of_excl i486_nt uded

Allow Creo Parametric designated parameters on excluded objects in Simplified Representation to be visible in Model Tree columns.

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Category Data Management

Data Management

Data Management

Data Management

Data Management

Data Management

Data Management

Data Management

Data Management

Design Manager Design Manager Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances

Name Platform Description read_parameters_of_excl x86e_win64 Allow Creo Parametric designated parameters on excluded uded objects in Simplified Representation to be visible in Model Tree columns. Determines whether an object retrieved from PDM database with regenerate_read_only_ob i486_nt read only status can be regenerated in a Creo Parametric jects session. regenerate_read_only_ob x86e_win64 Determines whether an object retrieved from PDM database with jects read only status can be regenerated in a Creo Parametric session. save_bitmap i486_nt When performing a save on a model, determines what level of the assembly will have bitmap images created of modified components. save_bitmap x86e_win64 When performing a save on a model, determines what level of the assembly will have bitmap images created of modified components. save_bitmap_type i486_nt When performing a save on a model, determines the type of image file that is created for that model. Used with "save_bitmap" option. save_bitmap_type x86e_win64 When performing a save on a model, determines the type of image file that is created for that model. Used with "save_bitmap" option. save_unchanged_pdm_o i486_nt Determines how to save in the current working directory an bject object fetched from a Pro/PDM database into a Creo Parametric session. save_unchanged_pdm_o x86e_win64 Determines how to save in the current working directory an bject object fetched from a Pro/PDM database into a Creo Parametric session. dont_show_symbol_node i486_nt Do not show references derived from relations in Parent/Child s viewer. dont_show_symbol_node x86e_win64 Do not show references derived from relations in Parent/Child s viewer. allow_rfs_default_gtols_a i486_nt Yes - Enables RFS/Default gtols to be created even when not lways permitted by ANSI standard. allow_rfs_default_gtols_a x86e_win64 Yes - Enables RFS/Default gtols to be created even when not lways permitted by ANSI standard.

Values yes, no, no common_name_only yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

none, toplevelonly, alllevels none, toplevelonly, alllevels bmp, tiff, gif, cgm, jpeg bmp, tiff, gif, cgm, jpeg as_ref, as_copy

none

none

bmp

bmp

as_ref

as_ref, as_copy

as_ref

yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes

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Category Dimensions & Tolerances

Name ang_dim_in_screen

Platform i486_nt

Description Values Yes - If the display is in the default pan/zoom setting yes, no (View>Pan/Zoom>Reset), the system checks whether an angular dimension is visible on the screen. If it is not visible, then the system moves the dimension to a visible location.

Default value no

Dimensions & Tolerances

ang_dim_in_screen

x86e_win64 Yes - If the display is in the default pan/zoom setting yes, no (View>Pan/Zoom>Reset), the system checks whether an angular dimension is visible on the screen. If it is not visible, then the system moves the dimension to a visible location. i486_nt An alternative format for setting default angular tolerance dimensions. The value sets the number of decimal places, and the tolerance is the actual tolerance value. For integer dimensions, the value is zero, and the tolerance is an integer.

no

Dimensions & Tolerances

angular_tol

Dimensions & Tolerances

angular_tol

x86e_win64 An alternative format for setting default angular tolerance dimensions. The value sets the number of decimal places, and the tolerance is the actual tolerance value. For integer dimensions, the value is zero, and the tolerance is an integer. i486_nt Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. x86e_win64 Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. i486_nt Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. x86e_win64 Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. i486_nt Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. x86e_win64 Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal.

Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances

angular_tol_0.0

angular_tol_0.0

angular_tol_0.00

50

angular_tol_0.00

50

angular_tol_0.000

500

angular_tol_0.000

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Name angular_tol_0.0000

angular_tol_0.0000

angular_tol_0.00000

angular_tol_0.00000

angular_tol_0.000000

angular_tol_0.000000

create_fraction_dim create_fraction_dim default_ang_units

Description Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. x86e_win64 Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. i486_nt Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. x86e_win64 Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. i486_nt Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. x86e_win64 Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. i486_nt Yes - All dimensions created will be displayed as fractions. x86e_win64 Yes - All dimensions created will be displayed as fractions. i486_nt Sets the display of newly created angular dimensions both in the model and in the drawing. There is no impact on dimensions previously created. ang_deg - Decimal degrees.ang_min Degrees and decimal minutes ang_sec - Degrees, minutes, and decimal seconds x86e_win64 Sets the display of newly created angular dimensions both in the model and in the drawing. There is no impact on dimensions previously created. ang_deg - Decimal degrees.ang_min Degrees and decimal minutes ang_sec - Degrees, minutes, and decimal seconds i486_nt Sets the default number of decimal places (0-13) to which to round newly created dimensions. Unrounded dimensions automatically determine the number of decimal places required to display their stored value.

Platform i486_nt

Values 5000

Default value

5000

50000

50000

500000

500000

yes, no yes, no ang_deg, ang_min, ang_sec

no no ang_deg

Dimensions & Tolerances

default_ang_units

ang_deg, ang_min, ang_sec

ang_deg

Dimensions & Tolerances

default_dec_places

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Dimensions & Tolerances

Platform Description Values x86e_win64 Sets the default number of decimal places (0-13) to which to round newly created dimensions. Unrounded dimensions automatically determine the number of decimal places required to display their stored value. default_dim_num_digits_ i486_nt Sets the default number of digits displayed in a dimension to the yes, no changes last entered value. No - The system defaults to the value specified for the configuration file option default_dec_places. default_dim_num_digits_ x86e_win64 Sets the default number of digits displayed in a dimension to the yes, no changes last entered value. No - The system defaults to the value specified for the configuration file option default_dec_places. default_placement_surfa i486_nt cefinish Sets the default placement type for surface finishes within the surface finish UI.

Name default_dec_places

Default value 2

yes

Dimensions & Tolerances

yes

Dimensions & Tolerances

with_leaders, normal_to_entity on_entity, normal_to_entity, free with_leaders, normal_to_entity on_entity, normal_to_entity, free 32

Dimensions & Tolerances

default_placement_surfa x86e_win64 Sets the default placement type for surface finishes within the cefinish surface finish UI.

Dimensions & Tolerances

dim_fraction_denominato i486_nt r

Sets the largest denominator to be used for fractional dimensions. If the fraction can be reduced, then it converts to the lowest possible denominator (for example, 4/32 converts to 1/8).

Dimensions & Tolerances

dim_fraction_denominato x86e_win64 Sets the largest denominator to be used for fractional r dimensions. If the fraction can be reduced, then it converts to the lowest possible denominator (for example, 4/32 converts to 1/8). dim_fraction_format i486_nt Std - Displays fractional dimensions in the standard Creo Parametric format. Aisc - Displays fractional dimensions in the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) format and displays architectural units in AISC format for feet-inches. std, aisc

32

Dimensions & Tolerances

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Category Dimensions & Tolerances

Name dim_fraction_format

Platform Description x86e_win64 Std - Displays fractional dimensions in the standard Creo Parametric format. Aisc - Displays fractional dimensions in the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) format and displays architectural units in AISC format for feet-inches. If more than zero, sets the margin beyond which dimensions are automatically snapped back onto the screen.For example, a value of .2 lets a dimension be 20% of the window size outside the window.If set to zero, disables snapping of offscreen dimensions. x86e_win64 If more than zero, sets the margin beyond which dimensions are automatically snapped back onto the screen.For example, a value of .2 lets a dimension be 20% of the window size outside the window.If set to zero, disables snapping of offscreen dimensions. i486_nt If set to Yes, tolerances for non-angular dimensions will be displayed multiplied by 1000. x86e_win64 If set to Yes, tolerances for non-angular dimensions will be displayed multiplied by 1000. i486_nt Controls display of geometric tolerances in Part. Use like drawing set-up option of the same name. On_bottom - Gtols display at bottom (below additional lines of text). Under_value - Gtols display under dimension value (above additional lines of text). i486_nt

Values std, aisc

Default value std

Dimensions & Tolerances

dim_offscreen_limit

0.2

Dimensions & Tolerances

dim_offscreen_limit

0.2

Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances

display_tol_by_1000 display_tol_by_1000 gtol_dim_placement

yes, no yes, no on_bottom, under_value

no no on_bottom

Dimensions & Tolerances

gtol_dim_placement

x86e_win64 Controls display of geometric tolerances in Part. Use like drawing on_bottom, set-up option of the same name. On_bottom - Gtols display at under_value bottom (below additional lines of text). Under_value - Gtols display under dimension value (above additional lines of text). i486_nt An alternate format for setting default linear tolerance dimensions. First value sets the number of decimal places. Second value is the actual tolerance. For example, 6 0.000025 sets tolerance to six decimal places. The default tolerance is 0.000025.

on_bottom

Dimensions & Tolerances

linear_tol

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Name linear_tol

Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances

linear_tol_0.0

linear_tol_0.0

linear_tol_0.00

linear_tol_0.00

linear_tol_0.000

linear_tol_0.000

linear_tol_0.0000

linear_tol_0.0000

linear_tol_0.00000

linear_tol_0.00000

linear_tol_0.000000

Platform Description x86e_win64 An alternate format for setting default linear tolerance dimensions. First value sets the number of decimal places. Second value is the actual tolerance. For example, 6 0.000025 sets tolerance to six decimal places. The default tolerance is 0.000025. i486_nt Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. x86e_win64 Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. i486_nt Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. x86e_win64 Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. i486_nt Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. x86e_win64 Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. i486_nt Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. x86e_win64 Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. i486_nt Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. x86e_win64 Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. i486_nt Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file.

Values 0

Default value

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Platform Description x86e_win64 Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. maintain_limit_tol_nomin i486_nt Maintains the nominal value of a dimension regardless of the al changes that you make to the tolerance values. maintain_limit_tol_nomin x86e_win64 Maintains the nominal value of a dimension regardless of the al changes that you make to the tolerance values. mark_approximate_dims i486_nt Yes - Displays a tilde (~) in front of a dimension that is set to display as a fraction and has an actual value that is not rounded to equate exactly to the displayed fractional value (the fraction shows 7/32 but the actual value is .22, not 0.21875). mark_approximate_dims x86e_win64 Yes - Displays a tilde (~) in front of a dimension that is set to display as a fraction and has an actual value that is not rounded to equate exactly to the displayed fractional value (the fraction shows 7/32 but the actual value is .22, not 0.21875). minimum_angle_dimensi i486_nt on

Name linear_tol_0.000000

Values 1

Default value

yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no

Dimensions & Tolerances

yes, no

no

Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances

Controls the minimum angle value under which Creo Parametric assumes colinearity of the selected items when creating a driven dimension. minimum_angle_dimensi x86e_win64 Controls the minimum angle value under which Creo Parametric on assumes colinearity of the selected items when creating a driven dimension. parenthesize_ref_dim i486_nt Encloses reference dimensions in parentheses. No - Follows yes, no reference dimensions with the text "REF". parenthesize_ref_dim x86e_win64 Encloses reference dimensions in parentheses. No - Follows yes, no reference dimensions with the text "REF". restricted_gtol_dialog i486_nt Determines whether the Geometric Tolerance dialog restricts the yes, no user by graying out elements that are considered "illegal". restricted_gtol_dialog x86e_win64 Determines whether the Geometric Tolerance dialog restricts the yes, no user by graying out elements that are considered "illegal". Sets the default status of the Round Displayed Value checkbox for new and newly shown dimensions. Sets the default status of the Round Displayed Value checkbox for new and newly shown dimensions. yes, no yes, no

no no yes

yes

round_displayed_dim_val i486_nt ues round_displayed_dim_val x86e_win64 ues

yes yes

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Category Dimensions & Tolerances

Name tbl_driven_tol_val_edit

Dimensions & Tolerances

tbl_driven_tol_val_edit

Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances

tol_display tol_display tolerance_class

Description Tbl_driven_tol_val_edit Y/N* - "Yes" allows users to directly edit the tolerance value of dimensions whose tolerance values are driven by tolerance tables. Editing the tolerance value of a dimension will make the dimension non-table-driven. "No" disallows direct editing of the tolerance values of table driven tolerances. x86e_win64 Tbl_driven_tol_val_edit Y/N* - "Yes" allows users to directly edit the tolerance value of dimensions whose tolerance values are driven by tolerance tables. Editing the tolerance value of a dimension will make the dimension non-table-driven. "No" disallows direct editing of the tolerance values of table driven tolerances. i486_nt Displays dimensions with or without tolerances. x86e_win64 Displays dimensions with or without tolerances. i486_nt Sets the default tolerance class for ISO-standard models. The system uses the tolerance class in conjunction with the dimension value when retrieving tolerances for General or Broken Edge dimensions. x86e_win64 Sets the default tolerance class for ISO-standard models. The system uses the tolerance class in conjunction with the dimension value when retrieving tolerances for General or Broken Edge dimensions. i486_nt Sets the tolerance standard used when creating the model. x86e_win64 Sets the tolerance standard used when creating the model. i486_nt

Platform i486_nt

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no fine, medium, coarse, very_coarse

no no

Dimensions & Tolerances

tolerance_class

fine, medium, coarse, very_coarse

Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances

tolerance_standard tolerance_standard tolerance_table_dir

ansi, iso ansi, iso

ansi ansi

tolerance_table_dir

use_major_units

Sets the default directory for user-defined tolerance tables for ISO-standard models. All Holes and Shafts tables overwrite existing tables when loaded. x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for user-defined tolerance tables for ISO-standard models. All Holes and Shafts tables overwrite existing tables when loaded. Determines if fractional dimensions are displayed in terms of feet- yes, no i486_nt inches or meter-mm. Yes - The major units are used. For example, when the units are inches and 25.125 is converted to a fraction, the dimension becomes 2' 1-1/8".

no

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Category Dimensions & Tolerances

Name use_major_units

Dimensions & Tolerances Dimensions & Tolerances Drawing

use_nom_dim_val_in_ex pr use_nom_dim_val_in_ex pr allow_move_attach_in_dt l_move allow_move_attach_in_dt l_move

Drawing

Drawing Drawing Drawing

Drawing

Drawing

allow_move_view_with_ move allow_move_view_with_ x86e_win64 Disallow the movement of drawing views with the mouse. yes, no move allow_refs_to_geom_rep i486_nt Yes - Allows you to create drawing references to geometry yes, no s_in_drws representations (includes dimensions, notes, and leaders). These references may become invalid if the referenced geometry changes resulting in geometry representations not updating in drawings. allow_refs_to_geom_rep x86e_win64 Yes - Allows you to create drawing references to geometry yes, no s_in_drws representations (includes dimensions, notes, and leaders). These references may become invalid if the referenced geometry changes resulting in geometry representations not updating in drawings. auto_constr_offset_tolera i486_nt Sets the auto constraint tolerance for creating offset dimensions. nce If distance is less than this tolerance multiplied by component size, offset is set as coincident. Default value is 0.5 . auto_constr_offset_tolera x86e_win64 Sets the auto constraint tolerance for creating offset dimensions. nce If distance is less than this tolerance multiplied by component size, offset is set as coincident. Default value is 0.5 .

Platform Description Values x86e_win64 Determines if fractional dimensions are displayed in terms of feet- yes, no inches or meter-mm. Yes - The major units are used. For example, when the units are inches and 25.125 is converted to a fraction, the dimension becomes 2' 1-1/8". i486_nt Yes - use dimensions' nominal values in expressions.No - use yes, no current values. x86e_win64 Yes - use dimensions' nominal values in expressions.No - use yes, no current values. i486_nt Yes - Move and Move Attach commands in drawing mode act yes, no together. No - Move and Move Attach commands in drawing mode do not act together. x86e_win64 Yes - Move and Move Attach commands in drawing mode act yes, no together. No - Move and Move Attach commands in drawing mode do not act together. i486_nt Disallow the movement of drawing views with the mouse. yes, no

Default value no

no no yes

yes

no no no

no

0.5

Drawing

0.5

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Category Drawing

Name auto_regen_views

Platform i486_nt

Drawing

auto_regen_views

x86e_win64

Drawing Drawing Drawing Drawing Drawing

autobuildz_enabled autobuildz_enabled bom_format bom_format

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64

create_drawing_dims_onl i486_nt y

Drawing

create_drawing_dims_onl x86e_win64 y

Drawing

default_ang_dec_places i486_nt

Drawing

default_ang_dec_places x86e_win64

Drawing

default_draw_scale

i486_nt

Drawing

default_draw_scale

x86e_win64

Description Yes - Automatically repaints the drawing display when changing from one window to another. No - Update to drawing views will only occur when manual updates are made via Repaint or View> Update. Yes - Automatically repaints the drawing display when changing from one window to another. No - Update to drawing views will only occur when manual updates are made via Repaint or View> Update. Loads AutobuildZ application. Loads AutobuildZ application. Sets the BOM format file to be used for a customized BOM.Specify name and path. Sets the BOM format file to be used for a customized BOM.Specify name and path. Yes - Saves all new driven dimensions created in the drawing inside the drawing as associative draft dimensions. No - Saves driven dimensions created in Drawing mode on solid geometry in the solid. Yes - Saves all new driven dimensions created in the drawing inside the drawing as associative draft dimensions. No - Saves driven dimensions created in Drawing mode on solid geometry in the solid. Sets the default number of decimal places (0-13) to which to round newly created angular dimensions. Unrounded angular dimensions automatically determine the number of decimal places required to display their stored value. Sets the default number of decimal places (0-13) to which to round newly created angular dimensions. Unrounded angular dimensions automatically determine the number of decimal places required to display their stored value. Sets the default drawing scale for views added with the No Scale command. The value must be greater than 0. No - The system does not set a default drawing scale. Sets the default drawing scale for views added with the No Scale command. The value must be greater than 0. No - The system does not set a default drawing scale.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

yes, no yes, no

yes, no

no no <creo_loadpoint>\text\format. bft <creo_loadpoint>\text\format. bft no

yes, no

no

-1

-1

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Category Drawing

Drawing

Drawing

Drawing

Drawing

Description Determines initial setting of Font kerning when 2D drawing annotations are created. Yes - Font kerning is on for new 2D annotations. default_font_kerning_in_ x86e_win64 Determines initial setting of Font kerning when 2D drawing annotations are created. Yes - Font kerning is on for new 2D drawing annotations. disp_trimetric_dwg_mode i486_nt Displays the model in default orientation when placing a general _view view on the drawing. No - Model does not appear until Default is chosen from the Orientation dialog box. disp_trimetric_dwg_mode x86e_win64 Displays the model in default orientation when placing a general _view view on the drawing. No - Model does not appear until Default is chosen from the Orientation dialog box. display_dwg_sketch_con i486_nt When set to yes, parametric sketching constraints, such as V for straint vertical, are displayed when a drawing object is selected

Name Platform default_font_kerning_in_ i486_nt drawing

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

no

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no

no

Drawing

display_dwg_sketch_con x86e_win64 When set to yes, parametric sketching constraints, such as V for yes, no straint vertical, are displayed when a drawing object is selected display_dwg_tol_tags i486_nt Sets the display of the tolerance tags that appear in drawings. This option does not affect the display of tolerances on dimensions. x86e_win64 Sets the display of the tolerance tags that appear in drawings. This option does not affect the display of tolerances on dimensions. i486_nt Controls model display in a drawing when auto_regen_views is No. Wireframe - Adds new views in wireframe, displays datums. Minimal_wireframe - Displays in wireframe, no datums, axes, or silhouette edges. Default - Displays using the Environment setting. x86e_win64 Controls model display in a drawing when auto_regen_views is No. Wireframe - Adds new views in wireframe, displays datums. Minimal_wireframe - Displays in wireframe, no datums, axes, or silhouette edges. Default - Displays using the Environment setting. yes, no

no

Drawing

yes

Drawing

display_dwg_tol_tags

yes, no

yes

Drawing

display_in_adding_view

wireframe, minimal_wireframe, default

wireframe

Drawing

display_in_adding_view

wireframe, minimal_wireframe, default

wireframe

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Category Drawing

Drawing

Drawing

Description Yes - Drawing model files are read-only.No model changes can be made.Cosmetic_only - Only cosmetic changes can be made to the model.Design changes are not allowed.Cosmetic changes include adding driven dimensions, cross sections, and explode states. draw_models_read_only x86e_win64 Yes - Drawing model files are read-only.No model changes can be made.Cosmetic_only - Only cosmetic changes can be made to the model.Design changes are not allowed.Cosmetic changes include adding driven dimensions, cross sections, and explode states. draw_points_in_model_u i486_nt Defines the current draft view's coordinate values as model units nits rather than drawing units. The GET POINT menu uses the scale of the draft view and the draft view's model units for relative and absolute coordinate entry and display in the Message Window.

Name Platform draw_models_read_only i486_nt

Values yes, no, cosmetic_only

Default value no

yes, no, cosmetic_only

no

yes, no

no

Drawing

draw_points_in_model_u x86e_win64 Defines the current draft view's coordinate values as model units yes, no nits rather than drawing units. The GET POINT menu uses the scale of the draft view and the draft view's model units for relative and absolute coordinate entry and display in the Message Window. drawing_ole_image_dpi drawing_ole_image_dpi drawing_setup_file i486_nt Resolution of OLE object images. The range of valid values is 0 to 600 dots per inch. x86e_win64 Resolution of OLE object images. The range of valid values is 0 to 600 dots per inch. i486_nt Sets the default drawing setup file option values for your Creo Parametric session, otherwise, the system uses the default drawing setup file option values. Certain parameters in the file are valid only if you have a license for Pro/DETAIL. x86e_win64 Sets the default drawing setup file option values for your Creo Parametric session, otherwise, the system uses the default drawing setup file option values. Certain parameters in the file are valid only if you have a license for Pro/DETAIL. Resolution of exported shaded drawing views.The range of valid values is 0 to 600 dots per inch. Resolution of exported shaded drawing views.The range of valid values is 0 to 600 dots per inch.

no

Drawing Drawing Drawing

150 150 <creo_loadpoint>\text\prodeta il.dtl

Drawing

drawing_setup_file

<creo_loadpoint>\text\prodeta il.dtl

Drawing Drawing

drawing_shaded_view_d i486_nt pi drawing_shaded_view_d x86e_win64 pi

150 150

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Category Drawing

Name Platform drawing_view_origin_csy i486_nt s

Description The named coordinate system will be used as the origin of a newly created view or of a modified view.None - The system will not use a previously specified coordinate system.

Values none

Default value

Drawing

drawing_view_origin_csy x86e_win64 The named coordinate system will be used as the origin of a s newly created view or of a modified view.None - The system will not use a previously specified coordinate system. dwg_unicode_conversion i486_nt _language Defines the language used during Unicode conversion of preWildfire 4.0 drawings. This option does not affect the conversion of models. File - Uses the language stored in the drawing header file; Session - Uses the language of the current Creo Parametric session.

none

Drawing

file, session, usascii, file english, japanese, french, german, russian, italian, spanish, korean, chinese_tw, chinese_cn, hebrew, greek, turkish, czech, polish, hungarian, slovenian, portuguese, slovak file, session, usascii, file english, japanese, french, german, russian, italian, spanish, korean, chinese_tw, chinese_cn, hebrew, greek, turkish, czech, polish, hungarian, slovenian, portuguese, slovak yes, no yes, no yes yes

Drawing

dwg_unicode_conversion x86e_win64 Defines the language used during Unicode conversion of pre_language Wildfire 4.0 drawings. This option does not affect the conversion of models. File - Uses the language stored in the drawing header file; Session - Uses the language of the current Creo Parametric session.

Drawing Drawing

enable_shaded_view_in_ i486_nt drawings enable_shaded_view_in_ x86e_win64 drawings

Yes - shading display is allowed in drawing views. No - shading display will be shown in wireframe. Yes - shading display is allowed in drawing views. No - shading display will be shown in wireframe.

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Category Drawing

Name Platform force_wireframe_in_draw i486_nt ings force_wireframe_in_draw x86e_win64 ings format_setup_file i486_nt

Drawing

Drawing

Drawing

format_setup_file

x86e_win64

Drawing

highlight_erased_dwg_vi i486_nt ews highlight_erased_dwg_vi x86e_win64 ews highlight_new_dims highlight_new_dims hlr_for_quilts i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Drawing

Drawing Drawing Drawing

Drawing

hlr_for_quilts

x86e_win64

Drawing

make_aux_view_notes

i486_nt

Drawing

make_aux_view_notes

x86e_win64

Description Yes - Displays all views of drawings in wireframe. No - Displays views according to the display set for the session (wireframe, hidden, and so on). Yes - Displays all views of drawings in wireframe. No - Displays views according to the display set for the session (wireframe, hidden, and so on). Assigns a specified setup file to each drawing format. To assign the drawing's parameter values to the format, you must retrieve the drawing's setup file into the format. Assigns a specified setup file to each drawing format. To assign the drawing's parameter values to the format, you must retrieve the drawing's setup file into the format. Controls the display of erased view outlines (environment option Highlight Erased Views). Yes - Highlights erased views. No Turns off highlighting for erased views. Controls the display of erased view outlines (environment option Highlight Erased Views). Yes - Highlights erased views. No Turns off highlighting for erased views. In drawing mode, highlights new dimensions in red until you repaint the screen. In drawing mode, highlights new dimensions in red until you repaint the screen. In Drawing, controls quilt display in hidden line removal. Yes Includes quilts in the hidden line removal process (preselects Qlt HLR in the VIEW DISP menu). Default in the VIEW DISP menu, uses the value you have set. In Drawing, controls quilt display in hidden line removal. Yes Includes quilts in the hidden line removal process (preselects Qlt HLR in the VIEW DISP menu). Default in the VIEW DISP menu, uses the value you have set. Automatically adds view names to auxiliary views using AUX VIEW* viewname-viewname. You can modify the view name after adding the view to the drawing. Automatically adds view names to auxiliary views using AUX VIEW* viewname-viewname. You can modify the view name after adding the view to the drawing.

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

no

dwgform.dtl

dwgform.dtl

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

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Category Drawing

Name Platform make_parameters_from_ i486_nt fmt_tables

Description Values Determines the handling of values entered in a format table yes, no when you replace one drawing format with another. Yes - Stores entered values for format table and copies them with the table. No - Prompts you to re-enter all the values for the format table.

Default value no

Drawing

make_parameters_from_ x86e_win64 Determines the handling of values entered in a format table yes, no fmt_tables when you replace one drawing format with another. Yes - Stores entered values for format table and copies them with the table. No - Prompts you to re-enter all the values for the format table. make_proj_view_notes Automatically adds view names to projection views in the format "VIEW viewname-viewname." You can modify the view name after adding the view to the drawing. make_proj_view_notes x86e_win64 Automatically adds view names to projection views in the format "VIEW viewname-viewname." You can modify the view name after adding the view to the drawing. pick_chain_tangent_only i486_nt Specifies the extent of draft entity chains selected. Yes - Only entities in the chain that are tangent will be selected. No - All entities connected end to end will be selected. pick_chain_tangent_only x86e_win64 Specifies the extent of draft entity chains selected. Yes - Only entities in the chain that are tangent will be selected. No - All entities connected end to end will be selected. preferred_export_format i486_nt Set the preferred export format for Drawings and Layouts. i486_nt yes, no

no

Drawing

no

Drawing

yes, no

no

Drawing

yes, no

no

Drawing

yes, no

no

Drawing

iges, dxf, step, cgm, pdf, dwg, tiff, medusa, stheno iges, dxf, step, cgm, pdf, dwg, tiff, medusa, stheno

pdf

Drawing

preferred_export_format x86e_win64 Set the preferred export format for Drawings and Layouts.

pdf

Drawing Drawing Drawing Drawing

pro_dtl_setup_dir pro_dtl_setup_dir pro_format_dir pro_format_dir

Sets the directory for the drawing setup files. If this option is not set, the system uses the default setup directory. x86e_win64 Sets the directory for the drawing setup files. If this option is not set, the system uses the default setup directory. i486_nt Sets the default directory for the drawing format library. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the drawing format library. Use the full pathname to avoid problems.

i486_nt

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Category Drawing Drawing Drawing Drawing Drawing

Name pro_note_dir pro_note_dir pro_palette_dir pro_palette_dir pro_symbol_dir

Description Specifies the directory from which to retrieve notes entered from a file. Use the full path name to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Specifies the directory from which to retrieve notes entered from a file. Use the full path name to avoid problems. i486_nt Sets the default directory for drawing symbol palette files. x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for drawing symbol palette files. i486_nt Set and automatically create the default directory for saving and retrieving user-defined symbols. If you do not specify a directory, the system uses the current working directory. Use full path name to avoid problems. Set and automatically create the default directory for saving and retrieving user-defined symbols. If you do not specify a directory, the system uses the current working directory. Use full path name to avoid problems. Specifies the directory to be used when tables are retrieved or saved. Use the full path name to avoid problems. Specifies the directory to be used when tables are retrieved or saved. Use the full path name to avoid problems. Yes - Sets the default of the GET POINT menu as the last option picked among Pick Pnt, Vertex and On Entity. Yes - Sets the default of the GET POINT menu as the last option picked among Pick Pnt, Vertex and On Entity. Yes - Stores view geometry and detail items such as solid dimensions. These items are displayed when retrieving the drawing in View-Only mode. Yes - Stores view geometry and detail items such as solid dimensions. These items are displayed when retrieving the drawing in View-Only mode. Embed - Embeds a picture file inside a drawing for preview purposes. Export - Saves a drawing file as a picture file in the working directory when saving a drawing. Both - Does both embed and export. Embed - Embeds a picture file inside a drawing for preview purposes. Export - Saves a drawing file as a picture file in the working directory when saving a drawing. Both - Does both embed and export.

Platform i486_nt

Values

Default value <work_dir>\config.pro_cronjo bs\dump_i486_nt\ <work_dir>\config.pro_cronjo bs\dump_x86e_win64\ <creo_loadpoint>\symbols\pal ette\ <creo_loadpoint>\symbols\pal ette\ <work_dir>\config.pro_cronjo bs\dump_i486_nt\

Drawing

pro_symbol_dir

x86e_win64

<work_dir>\config.pro_cronjo bs\dump_x86e_win64\

Drawing Drawing Drawing Drawing Drawing

pro_table_dir pro_table_dir

i486_nt x86e_win64

remember_last_get_point i486_nt _option remember_last_get_point x86e_win64 _option save_display i486_nt

yes, no yes, no no, yes

no no no

Drawing

save_display

x86e_win64

no, yes

no

Drawing

save_drawing_picture_fil i486_nt e

no, export, embed, both

embed

Drawing

save_drawing_picture_fil x86e_win64 e

no, export, embed, both

embed

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Category Drawing

Drawing

Drawing Drawing Drawing

Drawing

Drawing Drawing Drawing Drawing Drawing

Drawing

Drawing Drawing

Description Determines whether the system saves the model after you have changed it. No - Saves the model every time that you store the drawing. save_modified_draw_mo x86e_win64 Determines whether the system saves the model after you have changed it. No - Saves the model every time that you store the dels_only drawing. select_hidden_edges_in_ i486_nt Controls selectability of hidden edges in no-hidden drawing dwg views. select_hidden_edges_in_ x86e_win64 Controls selectability of hidden edges in no-hidden drawing dwg views. selection_of_removed_e i486_nt Yes - Entities in front of cross-section (planar or offset) can be ntities selected, clipped (using Z-clipping), or erased with EDGE DISP menu. No - Geometry, datum points or curves, cosmetic features, threads, grooves, or coordinate systems cannot be erased. selection_of_removed_e x86e_win64 Yes - Entities in front of cross-section (planar or offset) can be ntities selected, clipped (using Z-clipping), or erased with EDGE DISP menu. No - Geometry, datum points or curves, cosmetic features, threads, grooves, or coordinate systems cannot be erased. show_annotations_dialog i486_nt Default value for Annotations dialog box. _limit show_annotations_dialog x86e_win64 Default value for Annotations dialog box. _limit show_preview_default i486_nt This option determines the default behavior for preview in Show/Erase. show_preview_default x86e_win64 This option determines the default behavior for preview in Show/Erase. switch_dims_for_notes i486_nt Yes - Dimensions will be displayed in their symbolic format during drawing note creation. No - Dimensions will be displayed in drawing notes as numerical values. switch_dims_for_notes x86e_win64 Yes - Dimensions will be displayed in their symbolic format during drawing note creation. No - Dimensions will be displayed in drawing notes as numerical values. sym_leader_orient_move i486_nt With Pro/DETAIL, automatically regroups weld symbol instances _text after you move the text. sym_leader_orient_move x86e_win64 With Pro/DETAIL, automatically regroups weld symbol instances _text after you move the text.

Name Platform save_modified_draw_mo i486_nt dels_only

Values no, yes yes

Default value

no, yes

yes

yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes no

yes, no

no

keep, remove keep, remove yes, no

remove remove yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no yes, no

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Drawing

Drawing

Name Platform Description Values symbol_instance_palette i486_nt Specifies the location of the symbol instance palette. _file symbol_instance_palette x86e_win64 Specifies the location of the symbol instance palette. _file symbol_palette_input i486_nt Controls the display of the special symbol palette during note yes, no creation. symbol_palette_input x86e_win64 Controls the display of the special symbol palette during note yes, no creation. todays_date_note_format i486_nt Controls the initial format of the date displayed in a drawing. The format for the setting is a string consisting of three portions: the year, the month, and the date. You can enter the portions in any order. todays_date_note_format x86e_win64 Controls the initial format of the date displayed in a drawing. The format for the setting is a string consisting of three portions: the year, the month, and the date. You can enter the portions in any order. tol_num_digits_default_dr i486_nt Yes - The Default check boxes in the number of digits area of the yes, no iven Dimension Properties dialog will be checked when a dimension is created or first shown. No - The check boxes will be unchecked when a dimension is created or first shown. tol_num_digits_default_dr x86e_win64 Yes - The Default check boxes in the number of digits area of the yes, no iven Dimension Properties dialog will be checked when a dimension is created or first shown. No - The check boxes will be unchecked when a dimension is created or first shown. triangulate_filled_areas Subdivide filled areas into triangles (may affect memory usage yes, no and plot files). triangulate_filled_areas x86e_win64 Subdivide filled areas into triangles (may affect memory usage yes, no and plot files). variant_drawing_item_siz i486_nt No - Drawing items moved/copied to a different sheet or located yes, no es on a changed sheet keep same size and relative orientation on paper. Yes - Some items scale/reposition to be the same on paper, and others scale and/or reposition to be the same on screen. i486_nt

Default value

yes yes %dd-%mmm-%yy

%dd-%mmm-%yy

yes

Drawing

yes

Drawing Drawing Drawing

no no no

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Category Drawing

Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical

Name Platform Description Values variant_drawing_item_siz x86e_win64 No - Drawing items moved/copied to a different sheet or located yes, no es on a changed sheet keep same size and relative orientation on paper. Yes - Some items scale/reposition to be the same on paper, and others scale and/or reposition to be the same on screen. align_cable_bundles i486_nt Align NEWLY CREATED bundles where they meet or branch out yes, no align_cable_bundles allow_harn_mfg_assy_ret rieval allow_harn_mfg_assy_ret rieval assemble_parent_conne ctor assemble_parent_conne ctor auto_convert_cables x86e_win64 Align NEWLY CREATED bundles where they meet or branch out yes, no i486_nt Allow to retrieve a harness mfg assembly directly. yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

Default value no

yes yes no no yes yes yes

x86e_win64 Allow to retrieve a harness mfg assembly directly. Assemble parent connectors on locations referencing a subconnector. x86e_win64 Assemble parent connectors on locations referencing a subconnector. i486_nt Yes - When regenerating a pre-Release 11.0 cabling assembly, the system automatically creates a separate spool feature for every individual wire or cable in the assembly. No - An interface for the cable conversion appears. x86e_win64 Yes - When regenerating a pre-Release 11.0 cabling assembly, the system automatically creates a separate spool feature for every individual wire or cable in the assembly. No - An interface for the cable conversion appears. i486_nt i486_nt

Electromechanical

auto_convert_cables

yes, no

yes

Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical

auto_xml_on_retrieve

Automatically load Cabling Logical Reference from an XML file when retrieving the cabling assembly auto_xml_on_retrieve x86e_win64 Automatically load Cabling Logical Reference from an XML file when retrieving the cabling assembly auto_xml_on_save i486_nt Automatically create an XML Logical Reference when saving a cabling assembly auto_xml_on_save x86e_win64 Automatically create an XML Logical Reference when saving a cabling assembly autoroute_path_param_n i486_nt Set the wire parameter to use to select a path during autorouting. ame

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no no use_path

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Electromechanical

Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical

Electromechanical

Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical

Name Platform Description autoroute_path_param_n x86e_win64 Set the wire parameter to use to select a path during autorouting. ame cable_int_portions_for_clr i486_nt No - Global clearance checking for internal cable portions is excluded. Yes - Global clearance checking for internal cable portions is included. cable_int_portions_for_clr x86e_win64 No - Global clearance checking for internal cable portions is excluded. Yes - Global clearance checking for internal cable portions is included. cable_location_override_ i486_nt Override the system color of cable locations. Enter RGB values color between 0 and 255 separated by space. cable_location_override_ x86e_win64 Override the system color of cable locations. Enter RGB values color between 0 and 255 separated by space. cable_segment_override i486_nt Override the system color of cable segments that do not have a _color color map. Enter RGB values between 0 and 255 separated by space. cable_segment_override x86e_win64 Override the system color of cable segments that do not have a _color color map. Enter RGB values between 0 and 255 separated by space. cables_with_hlr i486_nt Cables are not hidden behind objects. cables_with_hlr x86e_win64 Cables are not hidden behind objects. compact_cables_packing i486_nt Setup whether the new packing of cables should be applied. compact_cables_packing x86e_win64 Setup whether the new packing of cables should be applied. cti_class_color_file i486_nt

Values

Default value use_path no

no, yes

no, yes

no

no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no

yes yes no no

Electromechanical

cti_class_color_file

Electromechanical

diagram_export_allow

Electromechanical

diagram_export_allow

Sets the CTI class color file for CTI class color displayduring electrical clearance and creepage analysis.Use the full pathname to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Sets the CTI class color file for CTI class color displayduring electrical clearance and creepage analysis.Use the full pathname to avoid problems. i486_nt YES: Allow user to save a copy of loaded diagrams as DGE file no, yes for loading into Routed Systems Designer, NO: Do not provide option to save a diagram as DGE. x86e_win64 YES: Allow user to save a copy of loaded diagrams as DGE file no, yes for loading into Routed Systems Designer, NO: Do not provide option to save a diagram as DGE.

no

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Category Electromechanical

Electromechanical

Electromechanical

Description Values (Diagram)Determines the Pro/TABLE format used when you are yes, no modifying pin parameters. "yes" - You can add user-defined pin parameters by including them between the DEFINE and ENDDEF statements for each pin. "no" - The system uses columnar format and diagram_pin_edit_multi_li x86e_win64 (Diagram)Determines the Pro/TABLE format used when you are yes, no ne modifying pin parameters. "yes" - You can add user-defined pin parameters by including them between the DEFINE and ENDDEF statements for each pin. "no" - The system uses columnar format and display_internal_cable_p i486_nt Yes - Internal cable portions will be displayed for any wires that yes, no ortion have been manually set to Yes in the Cable Paths Setup dialog box for each individual splice and custom component. This option can be overridden in the Environment dialog box. display_internal_cable_p x86e_win64 Yes - Internal cable portions will be displayed for any wires that ortion have been manually set to Yes in the Cable Paths Setup dialog box for each individual splice and custom component. This option can be overridden in the Environment dialog box. display_route_cable_prev i486_nt iew If no then Route Cables tool does not display preview of cables as they are routed.Otherwise Route Cables tool will show a preview of the path routed cables will follow. display_route_cable_prev x86e_win64 If no then Route Cables tool does not display preview of cables iew as they are routed.Otherwise Route Cables tool will show a preview of the path routed cables will follow. display_thick_cables i486_nt Yes - Display cables and wires with thickness. No - Display the centerline of cables and wires only. This option can be overridden in the Environment dialog box. display_thick_cables x86e_win64 Yes - Display cables and wires with thickness. No - Display the centerline of cables and wires only. This option can be overridden in the Environment dialog box. fan_significant_locations_ i486_nt Setup whether only significant locations should be flattened on only flattening a harness. fan_significant_locations_ x86e_win64 Setup whether only significant locations should be flattened on only flattening a harness. fan_with_network i486_nt Setup whether the network should be included on flattening a harness. yes, no

Name Platform diagram_pin_edit_multi_li i486_nt ne

Default value no

no

no

Electromechanical

no

Electromechanical

yes, no

yes

Electromechanical

yes, no

yes

Electromechanical

yes, no

no

Electromechanical

yes, no

no

Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical

yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes yes

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Category Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical

Platform Description Values x86e_win64 Setup whether the network should be included on flattening a yes, no harness. freeze_failed_cable_locat i486_nt Suspends the cable location at its last known assembly location. yes, no ions freeze_failed_cable_locat x86e_win64 Suspends the cable location at its last known assembly location. yes, no ions full_hlr_for_cables i486_nt Full - Removes hidden lines from view when cables hide other none, full, partial geometry (use when Hidden Line active). Partial - Cables hide other non-interfering cables except when cables route together between same locations. None - Display hidden lines (faster). full_hlr_for_cables x86e_win64 Full - Removes hidden lines from view when cables hide other geometry (use when Hidden Line active). Partial - Cables hide other non-interfering cables except when cables route together between same locations. None - Display hidden lines (faster). i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 Provides the complete path to the directory containing harness start parts and assemblies Provides the complete path to the directory containing harness start parts and assemblies Display the tangency lines between cable segments in thick cable display mode. Display the tangency lines between cable segments in thick cable display mode. Controls whether HLR to be enabled for crosshatches in drawing mode. Controls whether HLR to be enabled for crosshatches in drawing mode. Override the system color of network locations. Enter RGB values between 0 and 255 separated by space. Override the system color of network locations. Enter RGB values between 0 and 255 separated by space. Override the system color of network segments. Enter RGB values between 0 and 255 separated by space. Override the system color of network segments. Enter RGB values between 0 and 255 separated by space. none, full, partial

Name fan_with_network

Default value yes no no full

Electromechanical

full

Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical

harn_start_model_dir harn_start_model_dir harn_tang_line_display harn_tang_line_display hlr_for_xhatches hlr_for_xhatches network_location_overrid e_color network_location_overrid e_color network_segment_overri de_color network_segment_overri de_color

yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes

yes yes no no

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Category Electromechanical

Name orthogonal_snap

Platform i486_nt

Description Controls non-90 degree routing in Pro/DIAGRAM. Yes - Turns the Ortho Snap function on. You can sketch wires only at the default horizontal and vertical orientation. No - Enables you to sketch wires in drawings at angles other than the default.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

Electromechanical

orthogonal_snap

x86e_win64 Controls non-90 degree routing in Pro/DIAGRAM. Yes - Turns the Ortho Snap function on. You can sketch wires only at the default horizontal and vertical orientation. No - Enables you to sketch wires in drawings at angles other than the default. i486_nt

yes, no

yes

Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical

pro_cbltrm_dir

Sets the directory from which terminators are retrieved. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_cbltrm_dir x86e_win64 Sets the directory from which terminators are retrieved. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_spool_dir i486_nt Sets the directory from which spools are retrieved. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_spool_dir x86e_win64 Sets the directory from which spools are retrieved. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. report_end_splice i486_nt Setup whether the terminal splices of cables are reported. report_end_splice x86e_win64 Setup whether the terminal splices of cables are reported. ribbon_cable_flat_directio i486_nt Flat ribbon cables in the y-axis of entry ports. n ribbon_cable_flat_directio x86e_win64 Flat ribbon cables in the y-axis of entry ports. n template_flat_harness i486_nt Specify the model used as the default flattened Harness assembly template. template_flat_harness x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default flattened Harness assembly template. template_harnesspart i486_nt Specify the model used as the default Harness part template. template_harnesspart x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default Harness part template.

yes, no yes, no y_axis, x_axis y_axis, x_axis

<work_dir>\config.pro_cronjo bs\dump_i486_nt\ <work_dir>\config.pro_cronjo bs\dump_x86e_win64\ no no y_axis y_axis

terminator_table_out_uni i486_nt code

YES - Unicode strings are exported in terminator table files, NO - yes, no Unicode strings are converted to ASCII characters for terminator table export.

yes

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Category Electromechanical

Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical

Electromechanical

Electromechanical

Electromechanical

Environment Environment Environment

Environment

Environment

Environment

Name Platform Description terminator_table_out_uni x86e_win64 YES - Unicode strings are exported in terminator table files, NO code Unicode strings are converted to ASCII characters for terminator table export. update_harness_mfg_lin i486_nt Update cable line color for harness-mfg part created in release e_color 2000i or earlier. update_harness_mfg_lin x86e_win64 Update cable line color for harness-mfg part created in release e_color 2000i or earlier. update_pre_130_harness i486_nt Yes - When a cable is added between two previously laid out locations in a three-dimensional reference harness, display of the new cable will update automatically in pre-Release 13 flattened cable models. update_pre_130_harness x86e_win64 Yes - When a cable is added between two previously laid out locations in a three-dimensional reference harness, display of the new cable will update automatically in pre-Release 13 flattened cable models. update_pre_16_cable_lay i486_nt Yes - Harnesses containing cables routed prior to Release 16.0 ers will be automatically updated upon retrieval to comply with new display standards. update_pre_16_cable_lay x86e_win64 Yes - Harnesses containing cables routed prior to Release 16.0 ers will be automatically updated upon retrieval to comply with new display standards. accuracy_lower_bound i486_nt Enter an accuracy value to override the default lower limit.The minimum value for relative accuracy is 1E-06. accuracy_lower_bound x86e_win64 Enter an accuracy value to override the default lower limit.The minimum value for relative accuracy is 1E-06. ang_units i486_nt Sets the display of angular dimensions to decimal degrees (ang_deg), degrees and decimal minutes (ang_min) or degrees, minutes and decimal seconds (ang_sec). ang_units x86e_win64 Sets the display of angular dimensions to decimal degrees (ang_deg), degrees and decimal minutes (ang_min) or degrees, minutes and decimal seconds (ang_sec). bell i486_nt Yes - Turns on the keyboard bell that rings after each prompt. No - Turns off the keyboard bell. To override this setting use the Environment dialog box on the Tools menu. bell x86e_win64 Yes - Turns on the keyboard bell that rings after each prompt. No - Turns off the keyboard bell. To override this setting use the Environment dialog box on the Tools menu.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

0.0001 0.0001 ang_deg, ang_min, ang_sec ang_deg, ang_min, ang_sec yes, no ang_deg

ang_deg

no

yes, no

no

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Category Environment

Name clearance_triangulation

Platform i486_nt

Description Values Specifies the quality of surface triangulation used to obtain initial none, low, medium, guess points for clearance and interference calculations. high

Default value none

Environment

clearance_triangulation

x86e_win64 Specifies the quality of surface triangulation used to obtain initial none, low, medium, guess points for clearance and interference calculations. high i486_nt Yes - Displays the clock while Creo Parametric is working. x86e_win64 Yes - Displays the clock while Creo Parametric is working. i486_nt Sets the display of the system accuracy when calculating clearances between two parts or surfaces. The default is to not display the accuracy. x86e_win64 Sets the display of the system accuracy when calculating clearances between two parts or surfaces. The default is to not display the accuracy. i486_nt Used with the export option iges_out_mil_d_28000. To support MIL-D-28000, your company name is required input and the system prompts you every time you export through IGES unless you set the company name in your configuration file. x86e_win64 Used with the export option iges_out_mil_d_28000. To support MIL-D-28000, your company name is required input and the system prompts you every time you export through IGES unless you set the company name in your configuration file. i486_nt Defines the default absolute part accuracy. x86e_win64 Defines the default absolute part accuracy. i486_nt Determines whether or not annotations are displayed in 3D models. x86e_win64 Determines whether or not annotations are displayed in 3D models. i486_nt Controls the display of the object's full file name (including its object-type suffix and its version number) and file path in the window title and Model Info display. Yes - Displays full file name and file path. No - Displays object name only. yes, no yes, no yes, no

none

Environment Environment Environment

clock clock clr_print_plus_minus

no no no

Environment

clr_print_plus_minus

yes, no

no

Environment

company_name

Environment

company_name

Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment

default_abs_accuracy default_abs_accuracy display_annotations display_annotations display_full_object_path

yes, no yes, no no, yes

0 0 yes yes no

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Category Environment

Environment

Platform Description x86e_win64 Controls the display of the object's full file name (including its object-type suffix and its version number) and file path in the window title and Model Info display. Yes - Displays full file name and file path. No - Displays object name only. enable_absolute_accurac i486_nt Controls display of the ACCURACY menu. Yes - ACCURACY y menu always appears when you choose Accuracy from the PART SETUP menu. No - The menu appears only if the part is currently defined with absolute accuracy. enable_absolute_accurac x86e_win64 Controls display of the ACCURACY menu. Yes - ACCURACY y menu always appears when you choose Accuracy from the PART SETUP menu. No - The menu appears only if the part is currently defined with absolute accuracy. flip_arrow_scale flip_arrow_scale highlight_geometry highlight_geometry info_output_format Sets a scale factor for enlarging the size of the flip arrow that appears for feature creation direction (default = 1). x86e_win64 Sets a scale factor for enlarging the size of the flip arrow that appears for feature creation direction (default = 1). i486_nt Yes - Items selected in the model tree are highlighted in the geometry area. x86e_win64 Yes - Items selected in the model tree are highlighted in the geometry area. i486_nt Setup the default format type for information presentation. Text information will be output as simple text. HTML - information will be output as html data. x86e_win64 Setup the default format type for information presentation. Text information will be output as simple text. HTML - information will be output as html data. i486_nt Sets default method for presenting information. Both - View information on screen and write information to file. Screen - View information on screen only. File - Write information to file only. Choose - Select method from the INFO OUTPUT menu. i486_nt

Name display_full_object_path

Values no, yes no

Default value

yes, no

no

Environment

yes, no

no

Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment

1 1 yes, no yes, no text, html yes yes html

Environment

info_output_format

text, html

html

Environment

info_output_mode

choose, screen, file, both

both

Environment

info_output_mode

x86e_win64 Sets default method for presenting information. Both - View choose, screen, file, information on screen and write information to file. Screen - View both information on screen only. File - Write information to file only. Choose - Select method from the INFO OUTPUT menu.

both

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Category Environment

Name Platform mass_property_calculate i486_nt

Description Calculate mass properties upon regeneration, upon save or by user request

Values by_request, automatic, check_upon_save by_request, automatic, check_upon_save yes, no yes, no

Default value by_request

Environment

mass_property_calculate x86e_win64 Calculate mass properties upon regeneration, upon save or by user request mathcad_automapping mathcad_automapping mdx_collision_num_trian gles mdx_collision_num_trian gles measure_sig_figures i486_nt Toggles Mathcad analysis automapping of variables x86e_win64 Toggles Mathcad analysis automapping of variables i486_nt The number of mesh triangles which are used to approximate model in collision detection. x86e_win64 The number of mesh triangles which are used to approximate model in collision detection. i486_nt Sets the number of significant figures displayed as results when using the Measure dialog box from the Info menu. measure_sig_figures x86e_win64 Sets the number of significant figures displayed as results when using the Measure dialog box from the Info menu. model_grid_balloon_displ i486_nt Controls the display of grid balloons. ay model_grid_balloon_displ x86e_win64 Controls the display of grid balloons. ay model_grid_neg_prefix i486_nt Enables you to specify the prefix to use for negative numbers in the balloon capture of the grid. model_grid_neg_prefix x86e_win64 Enables you to specify the prefix to use for negative numbers in the balloon capture of the grid. model_grid_num_dig i486_nt Controls the number of decimal places displayed in the balloon capture. 0 - Only integers display. model_grid_num_dig x86e_win64 Controls the number of decimal places displayed in the balloon capture. 0 - Only integers display. model_grid_spacing i486_nt Sets the default model grid spacing. model_grid_spacing x86e_win64 Sets the default model grid spacing. model_notes_as_labels i486_nt Gives the option to display notes as either full text or as label. Can also be toggled with environment option "Display Notes as Names." model_notes_as_labels x86e_win64 Gives the option to display notes as either full text or as label. Can also be toggled with environment option "Display Notes as Names."

by_request

Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment

no no 1000 1000 6 6

yes, no yes, no

yes yes -

no, yes

1.5 1.5 no

Environment

no, yes

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Category Environment

Name model_tree_start

Platform i486_nt

Environment

model_tree_start

x86e_win64

Environment Environment Environment

modelcheck_enabled modelcheck_enabled prehighlight

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Environment

prehighlight

x86e_win64

Environment Environment Environment

prehighlight_tree prehighlight_tree pro_unit_length

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Description Toggles display of the Model Tree. Yes - Displays the Model Tree window along with its model. No - Does not display the Model Tree window. Toggles display of the Model Tree. Yes - Displays the Model Tree window along with its model. No - Does not display the Model Tree window. Enable ModelCHECK Enable ModelCHECK Yes - Selectable items beneath the pointer are highlighted prior to being selected. No - Selectable items beneath the pointer are not highlighted prior to being selected. Yes - Selectable items beneath the pointer are highlighted prior to being selected. No - Selectable items beneath the pointer are not highlighted prior to being selected. Yes ? Selectable items in the model tree and layer tree are highlighted prior to being selected. Yes ? Selectable items in the model tree and layer tree are highlighted prior to being selected. Sets the default units for new objects.

Values no, yes yes

Default value

no, yes

yes

yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes

yes, no

yes, no yes, no unit_inch, unit_foot, unit_mm, unit_cm, unit_m

no no unit_inch

Environment

pro_unit_length

x86e_win64 Sets the default units for new objects.

Environment

pro_unit_mass

i486_nt

Sets the default units for mass for new objects.

unit_inch, unit_foot, unit_inch unit_mm, unit_cm, unit_m unit_ounce, unit_pound unit_pound, unit_ton, unit_gram, unit_kilogram, unit_tonne unit_ounce, unit_pound unit_pound, unit_ton, unit_gram, unit_kilogram, unit_tonne

Environment

pro_unit_mass

x86e_win64 Sets the default units for mass for new objects.

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Category Environment

Name pro_unit_sys

Platform i486_nt

Description Specifies the default system of units for new models.

Values mks, cgs, mmns, fps, ips, proe_def, mmks mks, cgs, mmns, fps, ips, proe_def, mmks 50

Default value

Environment

pro_unit_sys

x86e_win64 Specifies the default system of units for new models.

Environment

proe_memory_buffer_siz i486_nt e

Environment

Environment

Specify the size in megabytes of the memory buffer to be reserved by Creo Parametric for system out of memory condition. You must restart Creo Parametric for the change to take effect. proe_memory_buffer_siz x86e_win64 Specify the size in megabytes of the memory buffer to be e reserved by Creo Parametric for system out of memory condition. You must restart Creo Parametric for the change to take effect. regen_backup_directory i486_nt Specifies the directory in which the system stores regen_backup models. (See regen_backup_using_disk.) The primary default is the current directory, but if that directory is read-only, the secondary default is the /tmp directory. regen_backup_directory x86e_win64 Specifies the directory in which the system stores regen_backup models. (See regen_backup_using_disk.) The primary default is the current directory, but if that directory is read-only, the secondary default is the /tmp directory. Specifies whether or not the system backs up the current model to disk before each regeneration. Specifies whether or not the system backs up the current model to disk before each regeneration. All_modes - Select a datum plane by clicking on its visual boundary. Sketcher_only - Select a datum plane by clicking on its tag in modes other than Sketcher. If you use Query frequently, set this option to Sketcher_only. x86e_win64 All_modes - Select a datum plane by clicking on its visual boundary. Sketcher_only - Select a datum plane by clicking on its tag in modes other than Sketcher. If you use Query frequently, set this option to Sketcher_only. yes, no yes, no all_modes, sketcher_only

50

Environment

Environment Environment Environment

regen_backup_using_dis i486_nt k regen_backup_using_dis x86e_win64 k select_on_dtm_edges i486_nt

no no all_modes

Environment

select_on_dtm_edges

all_modes, sketcher_only

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Category Environment

Name show_dim_sign

Platform i486_nt

Environment

show_dim_sign

x86e_win64

Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment Features

show_selected_item_id show_selected_item_id spin_center_display spin_center_display start_appmgr start_appmgr

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64

startup_check_for_visuali i486_nt zation startup_check_for_visuali x86e_win64 zation allow_anatomic_features i486_nt

Features

allow_anatomic_features x86e_win64

Features Features Features

allow_fully_dependent_co i486_nt py allow_fully_dependent_co x86e_win64 py allow_udf_style_cosm_th i486_nt reads

Description No - Dimension values always appear positive. Negative value creates geometry to opposite side. Yes - Entering negative value for dim displayed as negative creates geometry to same side. Dims for csys and datum point offsets always show neg/pos value. No - Dimension values always appear positive. Negative value creates geometry to opposite side. Yes - Entering negative value for dim displayed as negative creates geometry to same side. Dims for csys and datum point offsets always show neg/pos value. Show id of Creo Parametric and Sketcher geometry in query selection bin, collector and tool tip. Show id of Creo Parametric and Sketcher geometry in query selection bin, collector and tool tip. Determines whether or not the spin center symbol displays. Determines whether or not the spin center symbol displays. Determines whether or not the application manager starts when Creo Parametric is started. Determines whether or not the application manager starts when Creo Parametric is started. Determines whether or not the visualization components are checked for installation upon startup. Determines whether or not the visualization components are checked for installation upon startup. Allow the creation of pre-Pro/ENGINEER 2000i geometry features including ear, neck, lip, slot, flange, shaft, local push, radius dome and section dome. Allow the creation of pre-Pro/ENGINEER 2000i geometry features including ear, neck, lip, slot, flange, shaft, local push, radius dome and section dome. Enables the usage of advanced copy/paste functionality tocontrol degree of dependency on the pasted object. Enables the usage of advanced copy/paste functionality tocontrol degree of dependency on the pasted object. Defines the Cosmetic Thread user interface. Yes - Creates a Cosmetic Thread as a UDF. No - Creates a Cosmetic Thread as a Cosmetic Thread feature.

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

no

no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no yes yes yes yes yes yes no

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no yes, no

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Category Features

Features Features Features

Features

Features

Features

Features Features Features

Features

Features Features Features Features Features Features

Name Platform Description allow_udf_style_cosm_th x86e_win64 Defines the Cosmetic Thread user interface. Yes - Creates a reads Cosmetic Thread as a UDF. No - Creates a Cosmetic Thread as a Cosmetic Thread feature. angle_grid_interval i486_nt Modify grid space in angular units for handle movement. angle_grid_interval x86e_win64 Modify grid space in angular units for handle movement. auto_add_remove i486_nt Allows Creo Parametric to automatically switch from add to remove of material for solid extrude and revolve during feature creation. auto_add_remove x86e_win64 Allows Creo Parametric to automatically switch from add to remove of material for solid extrude and revolve during feature creation. autohide_copied_group_ i486_nt If set to yes, copying a feature group containing an Annotation af feature will automatically hide the Annotation Features in the new group. autohide_copied_group_ x86e_win64 If set to yes, copying a feature group containing an Annotation af feature will automatically hide the Annotation Features in the new group. autohide_external_sketch i486_nt If set to yes, a Sketch feature is automatically hidden after being used as external sketch for a sketch based feature. autohide_external_sketch x86e_win64 If set to yes, a Sketch feature is automatically hidden after being used as external sketch for a sketch based feature. autoround_max_n_chain i486_nt Determines the maximum number of edge chains that the Autos_per_feat Round algorithm will attempt to round in each Auto-Round member autoround_max_n_chain x86e_win64 Determines the maximum number of edge chains that the AutoRound algorithm will attempt to round in each Auto-Round s_per_feat member centimeter_grid_interval i486_nt Modify grid space in centimeter units for handle movement. centimeter_grid_interval x86e_win64 Modify grid space in centimeter units for handle movement. copy_set_datum_attr i486_nt If set to yes, allow to copy set datum associated with datum features.. copy_set_datum_attr x86e_win64 If set to yes, allow to copy set datum associated with datum features.. default_dep_copy_option i486_nt Sets Full Dependent Copy as a default copy option. default_dep_copy_option x86e_win64 Sets Full Dependent Copy as a default copy option.

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

1 1 no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no

yes yes 20

20

yes, no yes, no full_dep, dep_dim full_dep, dep_dim

0.1 0.1 yes yes dep_dim dep_dim

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Category Features Features Features

Name display_draggers display_draggers dynamic_preview

Features

Features Features Features

Platform Description i486_nt Display Dragger for Edit mode. x86e_win64 Display Dragger for Edit mode. i486_nt Controls the default state of geometry preview within a feature tool. Attached/Unattached - Dynamic attached/unattached geometry preview will be enabled. No - Geometry preview will not be enabled. dynamic_preview x86e_win64 Controls the default state of geometry preview within a feature tool. Attached/Unattached - Dynamic attached/unattached geometry preview will be enabled. No - Geometry preview will not be enabled. enable_auto_regen i486_nt Enable Auto Regeneration for Unified Edit Mode. enable_auto_regen x86e_win64 Enable Auto Regeneration for Unified Edit Mode. enable_tapered_extrude i486_nt Enables you to add a taper to an extrude feature by displaying the Add taper check box and the taper degree value box on the Extrude tab Options tab. yes - The Add taper check box is displayed. no - The Add taper check box is not displayed. enable_tapered_extrude x86e_win64 Enables you to add a taper to an extrude feature by displaying the Add taper check box and the taper degree value box on the Extrude tab Options tab. yes - The Add taper check box is displayed. no - The Add taper check box is not displayed. Handles unattached protrusion and cuts, when retrieving preRelease 15 models. Yes - When a part is retrieved, the system fails an unattached protrusion or cut. No - When a part is retrieved, the system does not fail an unattached protrusion or cut. fail_unattached_feature x86e_win64 Handles unattached protrusion and cuts, when retrieving preRelease 15 models. Yes - When a part is retrieved, the system fails an unattached protrusion or cut. No - When a part is retrieved, the system does not fail an unattached protrusion or cut. feature_create_auto_begi i486_nt In feature creation, determines whether or not the Define button n is automatically activated when you open the dialog box. Yes Button is activated automatically. No - You select the button. fail_unattached_feature i486_nt

Values Default value yes, no yes yes, no yes attached, unattached, attached no

attached, unattached, attached no

yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes yes

Features

yes, no

yes

Features

yes, no

no

Features

yes, no

no

Features

yes, no

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Category Features

Name Platform Description feature_create_auto_begi x86e_win64 In feature creation, determines whether or not the Define button n is automatically activated when you open the dialog box. Yes Button is activated automatically. No - You select the button. feature_create_auto_ok In feature creation, determines whether or not the system activates the dialog box OK button automatically when the last required element is defined. Yes - Button is activated automatically. No - You select the button. x86e_win64 In feature creation, determines whether or not the system activates the dialog box OK button automatically when the last required element is defined. Yes - Button is activated automatically. No - You select the button. i486_nt Modify grid space in foot units for handle movement. x86e_win64 Modify grid space in foot units for handle movement. i486_nt No- Uses hole-table-driven standard hole diameter value. Yes Allows specifying the drilled hole value instead of the standard value. x86e_win64 No- Uses hole-table-driven standard hole diameter value. Yes Allows specifying the drilled hole value instead of the standard value. i486_nt Specify Hole tool to use external hole parameter (.hol) files. x86e_win64 Specify Hole tool to use external hole parameter (.hol) files. i486_nt

Values yes, no no

Default value

Features

yes, no

no

Features

feature_create_auto_ok

yes, no

no

Features Features Features

foot_grid_interval foot_grid_interval hole_diameter_override

yes, no

0.083333 0.083333 no

Features

hole_diameter_override

yes, no

no

Features Features Features

hole_file_resolution hole_file_resolution

replace_with_externa replace_with_external l, use_internal replace_with_externa replace_with_external l, use_internal

hole_parameter_file_path i486_nt

Features

Features Features Features Features

Specifies the directory path for a standard screw-size parameters (.hol) file to be loaded from disk. Use the full path name to avoid problems. hole_parameter_file_path x86e_win64 Specifies the directory path for a standard screw-size parameters (.hol) file to be loaded from disk. Use the full path name to avoid problems. inch_grid_interval i486_nt Modify grid space in inch units for handle movement. inch_grid_interval x86e_win64 Modify grid space in inch units for handle movement. keep_info_datums i486_nt Sets the initial state of how the system treats datums and yes, no features created at run time. keep_info_datums x86e_win64 Sets the initial state of how the system treats datums and yes, no features created at run time.

0.03125 0.03125 yes yes

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Category Features Features Features Features Features Features Features Features Features

Name max_regen_time_attach_ preview max_regen_time_attach_ preview merge_type merge_type meter_grid_interval meter_grid_interval millimeter_grid_interval millimeter_grid_interval pro_group_dir

Platform i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Features

pro_group_dir

x86e_win64

Features Features Features

ratio_grid_interval i486_nt ratio_grid_interval x86e_win64 show_geom_checks_on_ i486_nt creation

Description Values Sets the maximum regeneration time for the dynamic attached preview. Sets the maximum regeneration time for the dynamic attached preview. Sets the default merge type surface merge operations. join, intersect Sets the default merge type surface merge operations. join, intersect Modify grid space in meter units for handle movement. Modify grid space in meter units for handle movement. Modify grid space in millimeter units for handle movement. Modify grid space in millimeter units for handle movement. Sets the default directory for the user-defined feature (UDF) library. If not specified, your current working directory is the default. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for the user-defined feature (UDF) library. If not specified, your current working directory is the default. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Modify grid space in percentage units for handle movement. Modify grid space in percentage units for handle movement. Yes - The SHOW ERRORS menu appears at the end of feature yes, no creation when the feature being created has Geometry Checks.

Default value 0.5 0.5 intersect intersect 0.001 0.001 0.1 0.1

0.05 0.05 no

Features

show_geom_checks_on_ x86e_win64 Yes - The SHOW ERRORS menu appears at the end of feature yes, no creation when the feature being created has Geometry Checks. creation troubleshooter_show_info i486_nt _gcheck troubleshooter_show_info x86e_win64 _gcheck udf_af_name_postfix i486_nt When set to Yes this option will add a "Show info items" filter to the View panel in the Troubleshooter. When set to Yes this option will add a "Show info items" filter to the View panel in the Troubleshooter. If set to yes, a sequential number will be appended to the name of annotation feature in group from Copy and UDF placement. no, yes no, yes yes, no

no

Features Features Features

no no yes

Features

udf_af_name_postfix

x86e_win64 If set to yes, a sequential number will be appended to the name of annotation feature in group from Copy and UDF placement. Modify grid space in user defined length units for handle movement.

yes, no

yes

Features

user_defined_grid_interv i486_nt al

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Category Features

Name user_defined_grid_interv al File Storage & Retrieval analysis_crt_tmp_file_on _regen File Storage & Retrieval analysis_crt_tmp_file_on _regen File Storage & Retrieval browser_favorite File Storage & Retrieval browser_favorite File Storage & Retrieval compress_output_files

File Storage & Retrieval compress_output_files

File Storage & Retrieval dir_cache_max

Platform Description x86e_win64 Modify grid space in user defined length units for handle movement. i486_nt Determines whether regeneration of analysis features creates/updates tmp files x86e_win64 Determines whether regeneration of analysis features creates/updates tmp files i486_nt Specifies the directories visible in the file browser for quick navigation.Use the full path to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Specifies the directories visible in the file browser for quick navigation.Use the full path to avoid problems. i486_nt Yes - Stores object files in a compressed format.Note: Compressed files are usually smaller, buy may be larger,than uncompressed files. Compressed files are slower to read and to write to. x86e_win64 Yes - Stores object files in a compressed format.Note: Compressed files are usually smaller, buy may be larger,than uncompressed files. Compressed files are slower to read and to write to. i486_nt Specify the maximum number of directories to cache.Larger values can speed up file access, but use more memory. x86e_win64 Specify the maximum number of directories to cache.Larger values can speed up file access, but use more memory.

Values 0.5 yes, no yes, no yes yes

Default value

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

256

File Storage & Retrieval dir_cache_max

256

File Storage & Retrieval disable_search_path_che i486_nt ck

Controls whether the search path is checked for name conflicts yes, no when creating, renaming, or copying models. Name conflicts should be avoided because different models with the same name cannot be together in session. File Storage & Retrieval disable_search_path_che x86e_win64 Controls whether the search path is checked for name conflicts yes, no ck when creating, renaming, or copying models. Name conflicts should be avoided because different models with the same name cannot be together in session. File Storage & Retrieval excel_analysis_directory i486_nt Sets the default directory for the MS Excel files to be used for Excel analysis calculations. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. File Storage & Retrieval excel_analysis_directory x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the MS Excel files to be used for Excel analysis calculations. Use the full pathname to avoid problems.

no

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Category Name File Storage & Retrieval excel_family_table_keep _file File Storage & Retrieval excel_family_table_keep _file File Storage & Retrieval exec_prog_on_assem_re tr File Storage & Retrieval exec_prog_on_assem_re tr File Storage & Retrieval external_analysis_directo ry

Platform i486_nt

Description Values Yes - in case of editing family table with excel, if saved excel file yes, no exist , will always update it. x86e_win64 Yes - in case of editing family table with excel, if saved excel file yes, no exist , will always update it. i486_nt Execute pro/program for models during assembly retrieval. yes, no x86e_win64 Execute pro/program for models during assembly retrieval. i486_nt Sets the default directory for the files to be used by External Analysis calculations.Use the full pathname to avoid problems. yes, no

Default value no no no no

File Storage & Retrieval external_analysis_directo x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the files to be used by External ry Analysis calculations.Use the full pathname to avoid problems. File Storage & Retrieval file_open_default_folder i486_nt Sets default dir for File>Open. Working_directory - Search working directory. In_session - Search objects insession. Pro_library - Use only if Pro/LIBRARY is installed. Workspace Use only with Pro/INTRALINK.Commonspace - Use only with Pro/INTRALINK. default, working_directory, in_session, pro_library, my_documents, desktop default, working_directory, in_session, pro_library, my_documents, desktop list, details list, details list list

File Storage & Retrieval file_open_default_folder

x86e_win64 Sets default dir for File>Open. Working_directory - Search working directory. In_session - Search objects insession. Pro_library - Use only if Pro/LIBRARY is installed. Workspace Use only with Pro/INTRALINK.Commonspace - Use only with Pro/INTRALINK. i486_nt

File Storage & Retrieval file_open_default_view

Specify the initial Views setting as List or Details in the File dialog boxes. File Storage & Retrieval file_open_default_view x86e_win64 Specify the initial Views setting as List or Details in the File dialog boxes. File Storage & Retrieval file_open_preview_defaul i486_nt Controls whether the preview area is expanded by default when t the file open dialog or local file browser is displayed. File Storage & Retrieval file_open_preview_defaul x86e_win64 Controls whether the preview area is expanded by default when the file open dialog or local file browser is displayed. t File Storage & Retrieval file_open_preview_delay i486_nt The delay before a file selection is previewed, in tenths of a second.

expanded, collapsed collapsed expanded, collapsed collapsed

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Category Name Platform Description File Storage & Retrieval file_open_preview_delay x86e_win64 The delay before a file selection is previewed, in tenths of a second. File Storage & Retrieval force_new_file_options_d i486_nt Force the use of the New File Options dialog. ialog File Storage & Retrieval force_new_file_options_d x86e_win64 Force the use of the New File Options dialog. ialog File Storage & Retrieval generate_viewable_on_s i486_nt Controls whether updated Creo View .edz files are automatically ave exported every time a model is saved. File Storage & Retrieval generate_viewable_on_s x86e_win64 Controls whether updated Creo View .edz files are automatically ave exported every time a model is saved. File Storage & Retrieval geometry_analysis_color i486_nt Specifies the location of the geometry analysis color scheme file. _scheme File Storage & Retrieval geometry_analysis_color x86e_win64 Specifies the location of the geometry analysis color scheme file. _scheme File Storage & Retrieval instance_search_exhaust i486_nt Specifies extent of instance search. Yes - Include file type when ive entering instance name in File>Open: type ininput panel (e.g. inst_name.prt) or select in drop-down list. If no .idx files are found, only working dir issearched; each generic is not. File Storage & Retrieval instance_search_exhaust x86e_win64 Specifies extent of instance search. Yes - Include file type when ive entering instance name in File>Open: type ininput panel (e.g. inst_name.prt) or select in drop-down list. If no .idx files are found, only working dir issearched; each generic is not. File Storage & Retrieval lang_propagate i486_nt

Values

Default value

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no no

no, yes

no

no, yes

no

Specifies language storage options. The option provides yes, no flexibility for objects that use a different language than the current File Storage & Retrieval lang_propagate x86e_win64 Specifies language storage options. The option provides yes, no flexibility for objects that use a different language than the current File Storage & Retrieval mathcad_analysis_direct i486_nt Sets the default directory for the Mathcad files to be used for ory Mathcad analysis calculations. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. File Storage & Retrieval mathcad_analysis_direct x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the Mathcad files to be used for ory Mathcad analysis calculations. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. File Storage & Retrieval menu_show_instances i486_nt Determines whether instance names listed in instance index files yes, no appear in file lists.

yes

yes

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Category Name File Storage & Retrieval menu_show_instances

Platform Description Values x86e_win64 Determines whether instance names listed in instance index files yes, no appear in file lists. i486_nt File Storage & Retrieval mfg_start_model_dir Provides the complete path to the directory containing mfg start assemblies. File Storage & Retrieval mfg_start_model_dir x86e_win64 Provides the complete path to the directory containing mfg start assemblies. File Storage & Retrieval model_rename_template i486_nt Sets the default renaming convention for copied assemblies. The default new name is the old name appended with an underscore (_). Adding a template such as &#91;*a1*=*b1*] changes every occurrence of a1 to b1 (e.g. TOP_A1_BRACKET copies to TOP_B1_BRACKET). File Storage & Retrieval model_rename_template x86e_win64 Sets the default renaming convention for copied assemblies. The default new name is the old name appended with an underscore (_). Adding a template such as &#91;*a1*=*b1*] changes every occurrence of a1 to b1 (e.g. TOP_A1_BRACKET copies to TOP_B1_BRACKET). File Storage & Retrieval modified_objs_in_new_di i486_nt Yes- During Save a Copy operations, any modified object that is yes, no r not renamed will be saved in the new directory.No- Any modified object that is not renamed will be saved to the retrieval directory. File Storage & Retrieval modified_objs_in_new_di x86e_win64 Yes- During Save a Copy operations, any modified object that is yes, no r not renamed will be saved in the new directory.No- Any modified object that is not renamed will be saved to the retrieval directory. File Storage & Retrieval open_draw_simp_rep_by i486_nt _default File Storage & Retrieval open_draw_simp_rep_by x86e_win64 _default File Storage & Retrieval open_simplified_rep_by_ i486_nt default Set to "Yes" to always invoke the open rep dialog when opening yes, no a drawing. Set to "Yes" to always invoke the open rep dialog when opening yes, no a drawing. Retrieves a model in a specified representation. Yes - uses Open Rep dialog. No - retrieves the Master representation. Specified Name - retrieves the model in the specified representation name if it exists or the Default representation.

Default value yes

no

no

no no no

File Storage & Retrieval open_simplified_rep_by_ x86e_win64 Retrieves a model in a specified representation. Yes - uses Open default Rep dialog. No - retrieves the Master representation. Specified Name - retrieves the model in the specified representation name if it exists or the Default representation.

no

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Category Name File Storage & Retrieval override_store_back

Description Values Forces the storage of objects retrieved from other directories to yes, no the current working directory. x86e_win64 Forces the storage of objects retrieved from other directories to yes, no File Storage & Retrieval override_store_back the current working directory. File Storage & Retrieval placement_rep_by_defau i486_nt Retrieves the assembled component in a specified lt representation. None - retrieves the representation specified in configuration option open_simplified_rep_by_default. File Storage & Retrieval placement_rep_by_defau x86e_win64 Retrieves the assembled component in a specified lt representation. None - retrieves the representation specified in configuration option open_simplified_rep_by_default. File Storage & Retrieval preferred_save_as_type i486_nt Allows customizing the order of the Type selections found under File ->Save A Copy. File Storage & Retrieval preferred_save_as_type x86e_win64 Allows customizing the order of the Type selections found under File ->Save A Copy. File Storage & Retrieval pro_crosshatch_dir i486_nt Specifies a default directory for your cross-hatch library in which you can save cross-hatching patterns for later retrieval. Its value is the full path name of the default directory. File Storage & Retrieval pro_crosshatch_dir x86e_win64 Specifies a default directory for your cross-hatch library in which you can save cross-hatching patterns for later retrieval. Its value is the full path name of the default directory. Sets the default font directory (Creo Parametric will load all fonts in this directory into the drawing regardless of the contents of the system and working directories). x86e_win64 Sets the default font directory (Creo Parametric will load all fonts in this directory into the drawing regardless of the contents of the system and working directories). i486_nt Sets the default directory for the Creo Parametric libraries (or any libraries you have built containing the proper index menu files). Use the full pathname to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the Creo Parametric libraries (or any libraries you have built containing the proper index menu files). Use the full pathname to avoid problems. i486_nt Sets the default directory for the part material library. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the part material library. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. i486_nt

Platform i486_nt

Default value no no none

none

File Storage & Retrieval pro_font_dir

<creo_loadpoint>\text\fonts\

File Storage & Retrieval pro_font_dir

<creo_loadpoint>\text\fonts\

File Storage & Retrieval pro_library_dir

File Storage & Retrieval pro_library_dir

File Storage & Retrieval pro_material_dir File Storage & Retrieval pro_material_dir

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Category Name File Storage & Retrieval pro_surface_finish_dir

Description Values Sets the default directory for your user-defined surface finish symbols. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for your user-defined surface finish File Storage & Retrieval pro_surface_finish_dir symbols. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. File Storage & Retrieval prompt_on_erase_not_di i486_nt Specifies whether or not to display a prompt allowing you to save yes, no sp your undisplayed objects. This option is used in conjunction with the Erase > Not Displayed command on the File menu. File Storage & Retrieval prompt_on_erase_not_di x86e_win64 Specifies whether or not to display a prompt allowing you to save yes, no sp your undisplayed objects. This option is used in conjunction with the Erase > Not Displayed command on the File menu. File Storage & Retrieval propagate_change_to_pa i486_nt rents When saving objects with option save_objects set to Changed or Changed_and_specified, Creo Parametric verifies which models are. Yes - Any model that is a parent of a changed model is considered to be a changed model when determining what to save. File Storage & Retrieval propagate_change_to_pa x86e_win64 When saving objects with option save_objects set to Changed or rents Changed_and_specified, Creo Parametric verifies which models are. Yes - Any model that is a parent of a changed model is considered to be a changed model when determining what to save. File Storage & Retrieval read_famtab_file_on_retri i486_nt No - Ignores filename.ptd. Yes - Creates and saves filename.ptd eve and uses that file when retrieving the generic. File Storage & Retrieval read_famtab_file_on_retri x86e_win64 No - Ignores filename.ptd. Yes - Creates and saves filename.ptd eve and uses that file when retrieving the generic. File Storage & Retrieval regen_simp_retrieve i486_nt Regenerate the assembly when retrieving an assembly simplified representation. Yes - Regenerates the assembly on retreival.No The assembly is not regenerated on retrieval. File Storage & Retrieval regen_simp_retrieve yes, no

Platform i486_nt

Default value <creo_loadpoint>\symbols\sur ffins\ <creo_loadpoint>\symbols\sur ffins\ no

no

no

yes, no

no

no, yes no, yes yes, no

no no no

x86e_win64 Regenerate the assembly when retrieving an assembly simplified yes, no representation. Yes - Regenerates the assembly on retreival.No The assembly is not regenerated on retrieval. Controls whether the system copies associated drawings automatically with parts and assemblies. Controls whether the system copies associated drawings automatically with parts and assemblies. none, part, assem, both none, part, assem, both

no

File Storage & Retrieval rename_drawings_with_o i486_nt bject File Storage & Retrieval rename_drawings_with_o x86e_win64 bject

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Description Determines if the display of an object currently on the screen is kept in memory when you quit the window. Doing so (yes) makes the retrieval of objects in memory faster. File Storage & Retrieval retain_display_memory x86e_win64 Determines if the display of an object currently on the screen is kept in memory when you quit the window. Doing so (yes) makes the retrieval of objects in memory faster. File Storage & Retrieval retrieve_data_sharing_ref i486_nt Automatic reference parts retrieval for dependent data sharing _parts features. File Storage & Retrieval retrieve_data_sharing_ref x86e_win64 Automatic reference parts retrieval for dependent data sharing _parts features. File Storage & Retrieval save_clipped_view Yes - clipping status is saved with model. No - clipping status is not saved. File Storage & Retrieval save_clipped_view x86e_win64 Yes - clipping status is saved with model. No - clipping status is not saved. File Storage & Retrieval save_dialog_for_existing i486_nt Controls whether the Save dialog is shown for models whose _models storage location is already known. File Storage & Retrieval save_dialog_for_existing x86e_win64 Controls whether the Save dialog is shown for models whose _models storage location is already known. File Storage & Retrieval save_instance_accelerat i486_nt With family tables of solid parts, determines saving instance or accelerators. None - Accelerator files not used. Explicit - Save when instance is explicitly saved. Saved objects - Save when objects were modified. Always - Always save. File Storage & Retrieval save_instance_accelerat x86e_win64 With family tables of solid parts, determines saving instance or accelerators. None - Accelerator files not used. Explicit - Save when instance is explicitly saved. Saved objects - Save when objects were modified. Always - Always save. File Storage & Retrieval save_model_display i486_nt Sets amount of graphical data stored. Wireframe - Wireframe data. Shading_high - Most detail (shaded). Shading_low - Least detail (shaded). Shading_lod - Detail determined by ViewPerformance dialog (shaded). i486_nt

Category Name File Storage & Retrieval retain_display_memory

Platform i486_nt

Values yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

yes, no, ignore_missing yes, no, ignore_missing yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no no yes yes

none, explicit, always, saved_objects saved_objects

none, explicit, always, saved_objects saved_objects

wireframe, shading_low, shading_high, shading_lod wireframe, shading_low, shading_high, shading_lod

shading_lod

File Storage & Retrieval save_model_display

x86e_win64 Sets amount of graphical data stored. Wireframe - Wireframe data. Shading_high - Most detail (shaded). Shading_low - Least detail (shaded). Shading_lod - Detail determined by ViewPerformance dialog (shaded).

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Category Name File Storage & Retrieval save_object_in_current

File Storage & Retrieval save_object_in_current

File Storage & Retrieval save_objects

Description Use with the override_store_back option. Yes - Objects retrieved from a directory where you do not have write permission will be stored in the current directory. No - These objects are not saved at all. x86e_win64 Use with the override_store_back option. Yes - Objects retrieved from a directory where you do not have write permission will be stored in the current directory. No - These objects are not saved at all. i486_nt Determines when an object and its dependent objects (such as a part used in an assembly) are stored.

Platform i486_nt

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

no

all, changed, changed_and_specified changed_and_specifi ed, changed_and_update d

File Storage & Retrieval save_objects

x86e_win64 Determines when an object and its dependent objects (such as a all, changed, changed_and_specified part used in an assembly) are stored. changed_and_specifi ed, changed_and_update d File Storage & Retrieval saving_model_thumbnail i486_nt Enables saving of model thumbnails. yes, no yes s File Storage & Retrieval saving_model_thumbnail x86e_win64 Enables saving of model thumbnails. yes, no yes s File Storage & Retrieval search_path i486_nt Specifies list of directories to search (in order) for object/file retrieval. These directories, the working directory, and directories in search.pro file (refer to search_path_file) are Creo Parametric's search path. Use full path name to avoid problems. File Storage & Retrieval search_path x86e_win64 Specifies list of directories to search (in order) for object/file retrieval. These directories, the working directory, and directories in search.pro file (refer to search_path_file) are Creo Parametric's search path. Use full path name to avoid problems. i486_nt Specifies path to text file search.pro (a list of directory path names). The directories listed in search.pro, the working directory, and directories specified by search_path are Creo Parametric's search path. Use full path name to avoid problems.

File Storage & Retrieval search_path_file

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Category Name File Storage & Retrieval search_path_file

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specifies path to text file search.pro (a list of directory path names). The directories listed in search.pro, the working directory, and directories specified by search_path are Creo Parametric's search path. Use full path name to avoid problems.

Values

Default value

File Storage & Retrieval set_model_types_to_sav i486_nt e

Determines which model types are used in the Save Changed command. The format is a list of extensions separated by spaces. File Storage & Retrieval set_model_types_to_sav x86e_win64 Determines which model types are used in the Save Changed e command. The format is a list of extensions separated by spaces. File Storage & Retrieval start_model_dir i486_nt Provides the complete path to the directory containing start parts and assemblies. File Storage & Retrieval start_model_dir x86e_win64 Provides the complete path to the directory containing start parts and assemblies. File Storage & Retrieval template_designasm i486_nt Specifies the designated template assembly. Use full path to avoid problems. File Storage & Retrieval template_designasm x86e_win64 Specifies the designated template assembly. Use full path to avoid problems. File Storage & Retrieval template_drawing i486_nt Specify the drawing used as the default drawing template. File Storage & Retrieval template_drawing File Storage & Retrieval template_ecadasm File Storage & Retrieval template_ecadasm File Storage & Retrieval template_ecadpart File Storage & Retrieval template_ecadpart File Storage & Retrieval template_mfgcast File Storage & Retrieval template_mfgcast File Storage & Retrieval template_mfgcmm x86e_win64 Specify the drawing used as the default drawing template. i486_nt Specify the model used as the default ECAD assembly template.

asm

asm

inlbs_asm_design.asm inlbs_asm_design.asm c_drawing.drw c_drawing.drw

x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default ECAD assembly template. i486_nt Specify the model used as the default ECAD part template.

x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default ECAD part template. i486_nt Specify the model used as the default manufacturing cast template. x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default manufacturing cast template. i486_nt Specify the model used as the default manufacturing cmm template. inlbs_mfg_cast.asm inlbs_mfg_cast.asm inlbs_mfg_cmm.asm

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Category Name File Storage & Retrieval template_mfgcmm File Storage & Retrieval template_mfgemo File Storage & Retrieval template_mfgemo File Storage & Retrieval template_mfgmold File Storage & Retrieval template_mfgmold File Storage & Retrieval template_mfgnc File Storage & Retrieval template_mfgnc File Storage & Retrieval template_mold_layout File Storage & Retrieval template_mold_layout

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default manufacturing cmm template. i486_nt Specify the model used as the default manufacturing expert machinist template. x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default manufacturing expert machinist template. i486_nt Specify the model used as the default manufacturing mold template. x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default manufacturing mold template. i486_nt Specify the model used as the default manufacturing assembly template. x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default manufacturing assembly template. i486_nt Specify the mold layout assembly used as a default template. x86e_win64 Specify the mold layout assembly used as a default template. Specify the model used as the default sheetmetal part template.

Values

Default value inlbs_mfg_cmm.asm inlbs_mfg_emo.asm inlbs_mfg_emo.asm inlbs_mfg_mold.asm inlbs_mfg_mold.asm inlbs_mfg_nc.asm inlbs_mfg_nc.asm inlbs_mold_lay.asm inlbs_mold_lay.asm inlbs_part_sheetmetal.prt inlbs_part_sheetmetal.prt inlbs_part_solid.prt inlbs_part_solid.prt

File Storage & Retrieval template_sheetmetalpart i486_nt

File Storage & Retrieval template_sheetmetalpart x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default sheetmetal part template. File Storage & Retrieval template_solidpart File Storage & Retrieval template_solidpart i486_nt Specify the model used as the default part template.

x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default part template. This option controls the usage of outdated accelerator files during retrieval of instances in geometry representation. Yes Provides the fastest retrieval. No - Ensures accurate Retrieval. no, yes

File Storage & Retrieval use_outdated_accel_in_g i486_nt eom_rep

no

File Storage & Retrieval use_outdated_accel_in_g x86e_win64 This option controls the usage of outdated accelerator files eom_rep during retrieval of instances in geometry representation. Yes Provides the fastest retrieval. No - Ensures accurate Retrieval. File Storage & Retrieval use_temp_dir_for_inst File Storage & Retrieval use_temp_dir_for_inst i486_nt Explicitly makes Creo Parametric use the Temp directory for regenerating instances of models. x86e_win64 Explicitly makes Creo Parametric use the Temp directory for regenerating instances of models.

no, yes

no

no, yes no, yes

no no

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Category Name Platform File Storage & Retrieval verify_on_save_by_defau i486_nt lt

Description Yes - "Verify Now" action will be selected in the conflict dialog by default when an unverified family table instance is to be saved in PDM workspace.No - "Verify Now" action will not be selected by default. The user may explicitly specify the "Verify Now" action in the conflict dialog. File Storage & Retrieval verify_on_save_by_defau x86e_win64 Yes - "Verify Now" action will be selected in the conflict dialog by lt default when an unverified family table instance is to be saved in PDM workspace.No - "Verify Now" action will not be selected by default. The user may explicitly specify the "Verify Now" action in the conflict dialog. Layers add_lower_level_comps_ i486_nt Setting this option to yes will check off the Favor Current Layer to_layer option, which allows lower level components to be added to top level layers. Layers add_lower_level_comps_ x86e_win64 Setting this option to yes will check off the Favor Current Layer to_layer option, which allows lower level components to be added to top level layers. Layers blank_layer i486_nt Blanks specified layers when you begin a Creo Parametric session. The value is the layer ID. Layers blank_layer x86e_win64 Blanks specified layers when you begin a Creo Parametric session. The value is the layer ID. Layers create_numbered_layers i486_nt Yes - Creates default layers named 1 through 32. Layers create_numbered_layers x86e_win64 Yes - Creates default layers named 1 through 32.

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no

no no

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Category Layers def_layer

Name

Platform i486_nt

Description Specifies default layer names for different types of items. The first value string is the layer type. The second value string is the layer name.

Values layer_3d_items, layer_ae_driving_dim , layer_all_detail_items , layer_annotation_ele ment, layer_assem_membe r, layer_assy_cut_feat, layer_axis, layer_axis_ent, layer_chamfer_feat, layer_comp_design_ model, layer_comp_fixture, layer_comp_workpiec e, layer_copy_geom_fe at, layer_corn_chamf_fe at, layer_cosm_round_fe at, layer_cosm_sketch, layer_csys, layer_csys_ent, layer_curve, layer_curve_ent, layer_cut_feat, layer_datum

Default value

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Category

Name

Platform

Description

Values layer_datum_plane, layer_datum_point, layer_detail_item, layer_dgm_conn_co mp, layer_dgm_highway, layer_dgm_rail, layer_dgm_wire, layer_dim, layer_draft_constr, layer_draft_dim, layer_draft_dtm, layer_draft_entity, layer_draft_feat, layer_draft_geom, layer_draft_grp, layer_draft_hidden, layer_draft_others, layer_draft_refdim, layer_draft_xsec, layer_driven_dim, layer_dwg_table, layer_ext_copy_geo m_feat, layer_feature

Default value

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Category

Name

Platform

Description

Values layer_geom_feat, layer_gtol, layer_hole_feat, layer_hole_thread, layer_intchg_funct, layer_intchg_simp, layer_nogeom_feat, layer_note, layer_parameter_dim , layer_part_refdim, layer_point, layer_protrusion_feat, layer_quilt, layer_refdim, layer_ribbon_feat, layer_rib_feat, layer_round_feat, layer_set_datum_tag, layer_sfin, layer_shell_feat, layer_skeleton_mode l, layer_slot_feat, layer_snap_line, layer_solid_geom, layer_surface, layer_symbol, layer_thread_feat, layer_trim_line_feat, layer_weld_feat

Default value

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Category Layers def_layer

Name

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specifies default layer names for different types of items. The first value string is the layer type. The second value string is the layer name.

Values layer_3d_items, layer_ae_driving_dim , layer_all_detail_items , layer_annotation_ele ment, layer_assem_membe r, layer_assy_cut_feat, layer_axis, layer_axis_ent, layer_chamfer_feat, layer_comp_design_ model, layer_comp_fixture, layer_comp_workpiec e, layer_copy_geom_fe at, layer_corn_chamf_fe at, layer_cosm_round_fe at, layer_cosm_sketch, layer_csys, layer_csys_ent, layer_curve, layer_curve_ent, layer_cut_feat, layer_datum

Default value

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Name

Platform

Description

Values layer_datum_plane, layer_datum_point, layer_detail_item, layer_dgm_conn_co mp, layer_dgm_highway, layer_dgm_rail, layer_dgm_wire, layer_dim, layer_draft_constr, layer_draft_dim, layer_draft_dtm, layer_draft_entity, layer_draft_feat, layer_draft_geom, layer_draft_grp, layer_draft_hidden, layer_draft_others, layer_draft_refdim, layer_draft_xsec, layer_driven_dim, layer_dwg_table, layer_ext_copy_geo m_feat, layer_feature

Default value

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Category

Name

Platform

Description

Values layer_geom_feat, layer_gtol, layer_hole_feat, layer_hole_thread, layer_intchg_funct, layer_intchg_simp, layer_nogeom_feat, layer_note, layer_parameter_dim , layer_part_refdim, layer_point, layer_protrusion_feat, layer_quilt, layer_refdim, layer_ribbon_feat, layer_rib_feat, layer_round_feat, layer_set_datum_tag, layer_sfin, layer_shell_feat, layer_skeleton_mode l, layer_slot_feat, layer_snap_line, layer_solid_geom, layer_surface, layer_symbol, layer_thread_feat, layer_trim_line_feat, layer_weld_feat

Default value

Layers

default_layer_model

Layers

default_layer_model

Name of the model which is used to drive rule-based layer placement of new items in all models of the same type in session. x86e_win64 Name of the model which is used to drive rule-based layer placement of new items in all models of the same type in session.

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Category Layers

Name display_layer

Platform i486_nt

Description This causes the specified layers to display when you begin a Creo Parametric session. The variable "value" is the layer Id.

Values

Default value

Layers

display_layer

x86e_win64 This causes the specified layers to display when you begin a Creo Parametric session. The variable "value" is the layer Id. i486_nt yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no no yes yes 500

Layers Layers Layers Layers Layers

floating_layer_tree

Set to yes if user wants to see a layer tree dialog separated from navigator. floating_layer_tree x86e_win64 Set to yes if user wants to see a layer tree dialog separated from navigator. highlight_layer_items i486_nt Yes - Items selected in the layer tree are highlighted in the geometry area. highlight_layer_items x86e_win64 Yes - Items selected in the layer tree are highlighted in the geometry area. layer_item_highlight_limit i486_nt Set the upper limit of items in a layer for highlighting.If items in a layer exceeds this number, highlighting will not occur. layer_item_highlight_limit x86e_win64 Set the upper limit of items in a layer for highlighting.If items in a layer exceeds this number, highlighting will not occur. save_display_status_in_s i486_nt ubmodel If set to no, the top level assembly will store sub model layer display status, allowing lower level display status to be stored without having to save the sub models. save_display_status_in_s x86e_win64 If set to no, the top level assembly will store sub model layer ubmodel display status, allowing lower level display status to be stored without having to save the sub models. allow_mfg_in_assem_mo i486_nt Allows a manufacturing model to be opened in assembly mode de from the file open dialog. allow_mfg_in_assem_mo x86e_win64 Allows a manufacturing model to be opened in assembly mode de from the file open dialog. assy_mfg_open_mode i486_nt No Default Application set for opening Assembly NC Models. assy_mfg_open_mode autodrill_udf_dir x86e_win64 No Default Application set for opening Assembly NC Models. i486_nt Storage directory for holemaking MUDF's that are used by Pro/NC Auto-drilling functionality

Layers

500

Layers

yes, no

yes

Layers

yes, no

yes

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

yes, no yes, no any_mode, mfg, process, feature any_mode, mfg, process, feature

no no any_mode any_mode

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Category Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

Name autodrill_udf_dir autodrilling_config_filena me autodrilling_config_filena me autodrilling_holestyle_par am

Manufacturing

autodrilling_holestyle_par am

Manufacturing

campost_dir

Platform Description x86e_win64 Storage directory for holemaking MUDF's that are used by Pro/NC Auto-drilling functionality i486_nt Retrieve automatically and load the configuration file for the autodrilling table. x86e_win64 Retrieve automatically and load the configuration file for the autodrilling table. i486_nt Parameter name included in hole features of a manufacturing reference model.The parameter value identifies the MUDF for holemaking that is automatically applied in Pro/NC to drill these holes. x86e_win64 Parameter name included in hole features of a manufacturing reference model.The parameter value identifies the MUDF for holemaking that is automatically applied in Pro/NC to drill these holes. i486_nt Specifies the CAM-Post load point directory to enable you to directly set-up the post-processors and generate MCD files. x86e_win64 Specifies the CAM-Post load point directory to enable you to directly set-up the post-processors and generate MCD files. yes, no yes, no

Values

Default value

autodrilling autodrilling

Manufacturing

campost_dir

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

chk_part_surfs_profpock i486_nt

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Yes - Includes all reference part surfaces as check surfaces for profiling and pocketing NC sequences. chk_part_surfs_profpock x86e_win64 Yes - Includes all reference part surfaces as check surfaces for profiling and pocketing NC sequences. cl_arrow_scale i486_nt Enables you to control the size of the tool path arrow for contouring NC sequences. 0 - The arrow does not display. Any other value - The arrow scales accordingly. cl_arrow_scale x86e_win64 Enables you to control the size of the tool path arrow for contouring NC sequences. 0 - The arrow does not display. Any other value - The arrow scales accordingly. cl_rotate_sign_conventio i486_nt TOOL or TABLE - defines ROTATE sign direction convention n based with respect to either rotation table or cutting tool. cl_rotate_sign_conventio x86e_win64 TOOL or TABLE - defines ROTATE sign direction convention n based with respect to either rotation table or cutting tool. cmm_custom_tool_para m_file i486_nt Defines the file that contains the user-defined tool parameters' list.

no no 1

table, tool

table

Manufacturing

table, tool

table

Manufacturing

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Category Manufacturing Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

Name Platform Description Values cmm_custom_tool_para x86e_win64 Defines the file that contains the user-defined tool parameters' m_file list. display_mfg_icon_for_mf i486_nt Yes- Display manufacturing icon for manufacturing assembly yes, no files in Open/Save dialogs.No- the manufacturing assembly files g_assy have assembly icons. display_mfg_icon_for_mf x86e_win64 Yes- Display manufacturing icon for manufacturing assembly yes, no g_assy files in Open/Save dialogs.No- the manufacturing assembly files have assembly icons. gpostpp_dir i486_nt Specifies the directory containing the post processor files to be used by Pro/NCPOST (GPOST). gpostpp_dir x86e_win64 Specifies the directory containing the post processor files to be used by Pro/NCPOST (GPOST). mfg_auto_ref_prt_as_chk i486_nt Yes - In 3, 4, and 5 axis contour and conventional mill yes, no _srf sequences, the entire reference part is selected as check surfaces by default when computing the NC sequence toolpath for those sequences. No - You select the check surfaces. mfg_auto_ref_prt_as_chk x86e_win64 Yes - In 3, 4, and 5 axis contour and conventional mill _srf sequences, the entire reference part is selected as check surfaces by default when computing the NC sequence toolpath for those sequences. No - You select the check surfaces. mfg_custom_tool_param i486_nt _file mfg_custom_tool_param x86e_win64 _file mfg_customize_dialog i486_nt Defines the file that contains the user-defined tool parameters' list. Defines the file that contains the user-defined tool parameters' list. Yes - Uses the new customize dialog box for customizing NC sequences. No - Uses the Release 19.0 menus. mfg_customize_dialog x86e_win64 Yes - Uses the new customize dialog box for customizing NC sequences. No - Uses the Release 19.0 menus. mfg_cutline_save_mesh i486_nt Yes - Save / Retrieve Mesh for subsequent cutline recalculations, No - New Mesh will be computed for each cutline recalculations. mfg_cutline_save_mesh x86e_win64 Yes - Save / Retrieve Mesh for subsequent cutline recalculations, No - New Mesh will be computed for each cutline recalculations. mfg_ijk_num_digits i486_nt Sets the number of digits for i, j, k data points in a CL data file. yes, no

Default value

no

no

yes

Manufacturing

yes

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes yes

Manufacturing

yes, no

yes

Manufacturing

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Category Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

Name mfg_ijk_num_digits mfg_info_location mfg_info_location

Platform Description x86e_win64 Sets the number of digits for i, j, k data points in a CL data file. i486_nt top left /bottom right -Position of the mfg. Info dialog box.

Values 10 top_left, bottom_right top_left top_left, bottom_right top_left

Default value

x86e_win64 top left /bottom right -Position of the mfg. Info dialog box. Enables you to make some of the APTn index topics modal, which means that you repeatedly get a list of major keywords corresponding to this topic upon completing a command line.

mfg_modal_command_fil i486_nt e

Manufacturing

mfg_modal_command_fil x86e_win64 Enables you to make some of the APTn index topics modal, e which means that you repeatedly get a list of major keywords corresponding to this topic upon completing a command line. mfg_param_auto_copy_fr om_tool mfg_param_auto_copy_fr om_tool mfg_stock_display_show _default mfg_stock_display_show _default mfg_template_dir i486_nt Do not copy any parameter of the tool to the sequence parameter tree. x86e_win64 Do not copy any parameter of the tool to the sequence parameter tree. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt none, all, misc, cutting none, all, misc, cutting yes, no yes, no none none no no

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Specifies the storage directory for NC templates. Specify full path to avoid problems. NC templates are used in Expert Machinist. Templates store the recipe for a toolpath as the method of tool retrieval. mfg_template_dir x86e_win64 Specifies the storage directory for NC templates. Specify full path to avoid problems. NC templates are used in Expert Machinist. Templates store the recipe for a toolpath as the method of tool retrieval. mfg_workpiece_transpar i486_nt Controls the workpiece transparency in shaded model display. ency You can change the value in the range between 0.1 and 1. The bigger the value, the more transparent the workpiece. The default value is 0.5. mfg_workpiece_transpar x86e_win64 Controls the workpiece transparency in shaded model display. ency You can change the value in the range between 0.1 and 1. The bigger the value, the more transparent the workpiece. The default value is 0.5.

0.67

0.67

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Category Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

Name mfg_xyz_num_digits mfg_xyz_num_digits nc_autodoc_param_dir nc_autodoc_param_dir nc_autodoc_report_dir nc_autodoc_report_dir nc_autodoc_setup_dir nc_autodoc_setup_dir

Platform i486_nt

Description Sets the number of digits for x, y, z data points in a CL data file.

Values 10 10

Default value

x86e_win64 Sets the number of digits for x, y, z data points in a CL data file. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 Location of the setup file that describes which process parameters are included in the parameter table. Location of the setup file that describes which process parameters are included in the parameter table. Location for storing the report and images generated by the shop floor documentation tool. Location for storing the report and images generated by the shop floor documentation tool. Location for documentation setup files that describe which process parameters are included in the parameter table. Location for documentation setup files that describe which process parameters are included in the parameter table. Location of the style sheet and default images used for shop floor documentation. Location of the style sheet and default images used for shop floor documentation. Vericut will be used for NC material removal simulation. vericut, nccheck Vericut will be used for NC material removal simulation. vericut, nccheck Sets the default file extension for Pro/MFG CL data files. Enter the file extension only (without the preceding "."). For example, apt produces filename.apt. Sets the default file extension for Pro/MFG CL data files. Enter the file extension only (without the preceding "."). For example, apt produces filename.apt. Sets path for storage and retrieval of stock instances for creating workpiece in NC Model. Specify full path, including part name, to avoid problems. Sets path for storage and retrieval of stock instances for creating workpiece in NC Model. Specify full path, including part name, to avoid problems. Sets path for storage and retrieval of stock instances for creating workpiece in NC Model. Specify full path, including part name, to avoid problems.

nc_autodoc_template_dir i486_nt nc_autodoc_template_dir x86e_win64 nccheck_type nccheck_type ncl_file_extension i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

vericut vericut ncl

Manufacturing

ncl_file_extension

x86e_win64

ncl

Manufacturing

ncmdl_bar_stock_part_p i486_nt ath ncmdl_bar_stock_part_p x86e_win64 ath ncmdl_billet_stock_part_ i486_nt path

<creo_loadpoint>\text\ncmdl_ data\ncmdl_bar.prt <creo_loadpoint>\text\ncmdl_ data\ncmdl_bar.prt <creo_loadpoint>\text\ncmdl_ data\ncmdl_billet.prt

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

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Category Manufacturing

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

Name Platform Description ncmdl_billet_stock_part_ x86e_win64 Sets path for storage and retrieval of stock instances for creating path workpiece in NC Model. Specify full path, including part name, to avoid problems. Set to GPOST to access the default post processor supplied with ncpost_type i486_nt Pro/NCPOST. ncpost_type x86e_win64 Set to GPOST to access the default post processor supplied with Pro/NCPOST. ncseq_outbound_curve i486_nt Yes - Create out bound curve. ncseq_outbound_curve x86e_win64 Yes - Create out bound curve. new_turn_scan_type i486_nt Allows to use New turn scan types for Turning NC sequences. new_turn_scan_type pro_mdb_dir pro_mdb_dir pro_mf_cl_dir pro_mf_cl_dir pro_mf_clamp_dir pro_mf_clamp_dir pro_mf_param_dir pro_mf_param_dir pro_mf_tape_dir pro_mf_tape_dir pro_mf_tprm_dir pro_mf_tprm_dir x86e_win64 Allows to use New turn scan types for Turning NC sequences. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the Machinability Database (MDB) files. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for the Machinability Database (MDB) files. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for the manufacturing CL data files.Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for the manufacturing CL data files.Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Specifies the directory where the manufacturing clamps can be found. Specifies the directory where the manufacturing clamps can be found. Sets the default directory for the manufacturing parameter files. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for the manufacturing parameter files. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for the manufacturing TAPE data files.Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for the manufacturing TAPE data files.Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for the manufacturing tool files. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for the manufacturing tool files. Use the full pathname to avoid problems.

Values

Default value <creo_loadpoint>\text\ncmdl_ data\ncmdl_billet.prt

gpost, ncpost gpost, ncpost yes yes yes, no yes, no

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Category Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

Name pro_mf_workcell_dir pro_mf_workcell_dir pro_mfg_cmdsyn_dir pro_mfg_cmdsyn_dir profile_output_utils

Description Sets the default directory for the manufacturing workcell files. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the manufacturing workcell files. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. i486_nt Sets the default directory for the syntax menu files in Pro/MFG. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the syntax menu files in Pro/MFG. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. i486_nt Affects CL-Data output for profile milling sequences. Yes Sequence parameter output_point is available with options: tip Toolpath is output with respect to the tool center; on_profile Toolpath is output with respect to the profile of the tool. x86e_win64 Affects CL-Data output for profile milling sequences. Yes Sequence parameter output_point is available with options: tip Toolpath is output with respect to the tool center; on_profile Toolpath is output with respect to the profile of the tool. Enter directory path to NCPost database file. Enter directory path to NCPost database file. Enables toolpath computation on a separate host machine. Required values are Processor name, Remote machine's hostname, Type of transport (always 0), RPC processor number (same as that of remote processor), Version of queue manager.

Platform i486_nt

Values

Default value

yes, no

no

Manufacturing

profile_output_utils

yes, no

no

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

proncpost_dbf i486_nt proncpost_dbf x86e_win64 prorembatch_queue_ma i486_nt nager

Manufacturing

prorembatch_queue_ma x86e_win64 Enables toolpath computation on a separate host machine. nager Required values are Processor name, Remote machine's hostname, Type of transport (always 0), RPC processor number (same as that of remote processor), Version of queue manager. ptncpost_dbf ptncpost_dbf shade_mfg_ref_models i486_nt Enter directory path to NCPost database file. x86e_win64 Enter directory path to NCPost database file. i486_nt No - Does not process reference parts when generating the shaded image (to save time). Yes - Shades reference parts when generating shaded images.

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

no, yes

yes

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Name shade_mfg_ref_models

Manufacturing

store_tool_path_file

Platform Description Values x86e_win64 No - Does not process reference parts when generating the no, yes shaded image (to save time). Yes - Shades reference parts when generating shaded images. i486_nt Specifies how tool path information is computed. Yes - Tool path yes, no information stored in file filename.tph (filename is manufacturing model name). No - Tool path is computed each time manufacturing model is retrieved or parameters are changed. x86e_win64 Specifies how tool path information is computed. Yes - Tool path yes, no information stored in file filename.tph (filename is manufacturing model name). No - Tool path is computed each time manufacturing model is retrieved or parameters are changed. i486_nt Used to specify fringe colors in Pro/FEM-POST results. Specify blue, black, cyan, magenta, green, yellow, red, and white. Enter colors as a dash-delimited string (lowest to highest value). The default is blue-cyan-green-yellow-red-magenta-white.

Default value yes

yes

Manufacturing

store_tool_path_file

yes

Mechanica

custom_rainbow

Mechanica

custom_rainbow

x86e_win64 Used to specify fringe colors in Pro/FEM-POST results. Specify blue, black, cyan, magenta, green, yellow, red, and white. Enter colors as a dash-delimited string (lowest to highest value). The default is blue-cyan-green-yellow-red-magenta-white. normalized, nonnormalized normalized

Mechanica

sim_hyperelastic_materia i486_nt l_fit

Mechanica

Mechanism Mechanism Mechanism Mechanism

Sets the default method for calculating coefficients for hyperelastic materials. If set to "normalized", normalized stresses will be used. If set to "non-normalized", non-normalized stresses will be used.) sim_hyperelastic_materia x86e_win64 Sets the default method for calculating coefficients for l_fit hyperelastic materials. If set to "normalized", normalized stresses will be used. If set to "non-normalized", non-normalized stresses will be used.) mdo_cl_executable i486_nt Path for Custom Load executable. mdo_cl_executable x86e_win64 Path for Custom Load executable. mdo_integration_method i486_nt Select integration method for dynamic analyses. mdo_integration_method x86e_win64 Select integration method for dynamic analyses.

normalized, nonnormalized

normalized

auto, explicit, implicit auto auto, explicit, implicit auto

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Category Mechanism Mechanism Mechanism Mechanism Mechanism Mechanism Mechanism Mechanism Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Miscellaneous

Name Platform mdo_spring_wire_radius i486_nt

Description Spring wire radius for dynamics spring icons.

Values 0.15 0.15 5 5 yes yes yes yes yes yes no no

Default value

mdo_spring_wire_radius x86e_win64 Spring wire radius for dynamics spring icons. mdx_belt_icon_width mdx_belt_icon_width motion_envlp_alert i486_nt Width of belt transmission icons. x86e_win64 Width of belt transmission icons. i486_nt Displays the Motion Envelope alert the first time the quality level yes, no is increased. motion_envlp_alert x86e_win64 Displays the Motion Envelope alert the first time the quality level yes, no is increased. move_mechanism_in_no i486_nt Allow mechanism operations in non geometrical representations. no, yes, ngeom_reps exclude_to_move move_mechanism_in_no x86e_win64 Allow mechanism operations in non geometrical representations. no, yes, ngeom_reps exclude_to_move allow_ply_cross_section allow_ply_cross_section conf_mouse_anim conf_mouse_anim mapkey mapkey mapkeys_execution i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt Yes - Enables Pro/COMPOSITE to create a cross-section of composite plys. Yes - Enables Pro/COMPOSITE to create a cross-section of composite plys. Display the presenter's mouse motions when observing a shared Creo Parametric session. Display the presenter's mouse motions when observing a shared Creo Parametric session. Stores a keyboard macro. Use Tools>Mapkeys to create, edit and delete mapkeys. Stores a keyboard macro. Use Tools>Mapkeys to create, edit and delete mapkeys. Mapkeys execution behavior. No Feedback - The mapkey is executed with no feedback, Execute with Feedback - A warning message is given upon failure during execution, Stop at failure The execution stops at failure and a feedback message is provided. Mapkeys execution behavior. No Feedback - The mapkey is executed with no feedback, Execute with Feedback - A warning message is given upon failure during execution, Stop at failure The execution stops at failure and a feedback message is provided. yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes

no_feedback, no_feedback execute_with_feedba ck, stop_at_failure

Miscellaneous

mapkeys_execution

x86e_win64

no_feedback, no_feedback execute_with_feedba ck, stop_at_failure

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Category Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Miscellaneous

Description No - Disable trail output from Text layout in Relation Parameter UI if it hasn't been changed. relation_text_trail_output x86e_win64 No - Disable trail output from Text layout in Relation Parameter UI if it hasn't been changed. relation_tool_mapkey_be i486_nt Will control how mapkeys will be executed in relation tool / havior dialog.Incremental will add/remove text incrementally to the current set.Full_output will record the original set state and replace the current one with it. Note: this config is dependent on relation_text_trail_output. relation_tool_mapkey_be x86e_win64 Will control how mapkeys will be executed in relation tool / havior dialog.Incremental will add/remove text incrementally to the current set.Full_output will record the original set state and replace the current one with it. Note: this config is dependent on relation_text_trail_output. show_cav_fit_loc_sys show_cav_fit_loc_sys i486_nt x86e_win64 Allows the printing of the transformation matrix of a Pro/Verify Fit into a file. Allows the printing of the transformation matrix of a Pro/Verify Fit into a file. Yes - Allows a solid to be displayed with hidden lines while in perspective. Yes - Allows a solid to be displayed with hidden lines while in perspective. Animate the transition between explode states and mold opening steps. Animate the transition between explode states and mold opening steps. Yes - Transparent colors will appear using alpha blending (if supported) when the model is shaded. Yes - Transparent colors will appear using alpha blending (if supported) when the model is shaded. Yes - Displays the model as a solid when shaded and clipped. No - Displays the model as surfaces when shaded and clipped.

Name Platform relation_text_trail_output i486_nt

Values yes, no yes, no yes yes

Default value

increment, full_output increment

Miscellaneous

increment, full_output increment

Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes no, yes

no no yes yes yes yes yes yes yes

allow_solid_perspective_ i486_nt hlr allow_solid_perspective_ x86e_win64 hlr animate_explode_states i486_nt animate_explode_states x86e_win64 blended_transparency blended_transparency capped_clip i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Model Display

capped_clip

x86e_win64 Yes - Displays the model as a solid when shaded and clipped. No - Displays the model as surfaces when shaded and clipped. i486_nt Yes - Display clipping after Visibilities dialog box is closed.

no, yes

yes

Model Display

clip_always

no, yes

yes

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Category Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

Name clip_always datum_point_symbol datum_point_symbol default_ramp_size default_ramp_size depthcue_always

Platform Description x86e_win64 Yes - Display clipping after Visibilities dialog box is closed. Specifies the shape of datum point symbols displayed in Part or i486_nt Assembly mode. x86e_win64 Specifies the shape of datum point symbols displayed in Part or Assembly mode. i486_nt

Values no, yes yes cross, circle, triangle, cross square cross, circle, triangle, cross square

Default value

Specifies a number of shades of gray to show shading of noncolored objects. x86e_win64 Specifies a number of shades of gray to show shading of noncolored objects. i486_nt Depth cue aids in visualizing a wireframe model. With depth cue no, yes enabled, wireframe lines become darker as they extend into the screen and lighter as they extend towards the screen. Depth cue is supported only by the appropriate graphics hardware. x86e_win64 Depth cue aids in visualizing a wireframe model. With depth cue no, yes enabled, wireframe lines become darker as they extend into the screen and lighter as they extend towards the screen. Depth cue is supported only by the appropriate graphics hardware. i486_nt Aids in visualizing a wireframe model. With depth cue enabled, this option specifies the default percentage of depthcue used. Depth cue is supported only by the appropriate graphics hardware. x86e_win64 Aids in visualizing a wireframe model. With depth cue enabled, this option specifies the default percentage of depthcue used. Depth cue is supported only by the appropriate graphics hardware. i486_nt Wireframe - All solid edges in white. Hiddenvis - Hidden lines in grey. Hiddeninvis - Hidden lines removed. Shade - Display shaded surfaces. Settings are reflected in printing and some export modes.

yes

Model Display

depthcue_always

yes

Model Display

depthcue_value

Model Display

depthcue_value

Model Display

display

wireframe, hiddenvis, shade hiddeninvis, shade, shadewithreflect, shadewithedges

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Category Model Display

Name display

Platform Description x86e_win64 Wireframe - All solid edges in white. Hiddenvis - Hidden lines in grey. Hiddeninvis - Hidden lines removed. Shade - Display shaded surfaces. Settings are reflected in printing and some export modes. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 Displays or hides datum axes. Displays or hides datum axes. Displays or hides datum axis name tags. Displays or hides datum axis name tags. Yes - Coordinate systems will be displayed. No - Coordinate systems will not be displayed. Yes - Coordinate systems will be displayed. No - Coordinate systems will not be displayed. Yes - Coordinate system name tags will be displayed. No Coordinate system name tags will not be displayed. Yes - Coordinate system name tags will be displayed. No Coordinate system name tags will not be displayed. Yes: display of the florin (international currency symbol) where possible. No: use the euro symbol exclusively. Yes: display of the florin (international currency symbol) where possible. No: use the euro symbol exclusively. Yes - Datum plane name tags will be displayed. No - Datum plane name tags will not be displayed. Yes - Datum plane name tags will be displayed. No - Datum plane name tags will not be displayed. Yes - Datum planes will be displayed. No - Datum planes will not be displayed. Yes - Datum planes will be displayed. No - Datum planes will not be displayed. Yes - Datum point tags will be displayed. No - Datum point tags will not be displayed. Yes - Datum point tags will be displayed. No - Datum point tags will not be displayed. Yes - Datum points and their names will be displayed. No Datum points and their names will not be displayed. Yes - Datum points and their names will be displayed. No Datum points and their names will not be displayed.

Values Default value wireframe, hiddenvis, shade hiddeninvis, shade, shadewithreflect, shadewithedges yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes yes no no yes yes yes yes no no no no yes yes no no yes yes

Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

display_axes display_axes display_axis_tags display_axis_tags display_coord_sys display_coord_sys display_coord_sys_tags display_coord_sys_tags display_florin display_florin display_plane_tags display_plane_tags display_planes display_planes display_point_tags display_point_tags display_points display_points

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Category Model Display Model Display Model Display

Name Platform display_silhouette_edges i486_nt

Description Sets the display of silhouette edges for wireframe display only.

Values no, yes no, yes yes, no yes yes yes

Default value

display_silhouette_edges x86e_win64 Sets the display of silhouette edges for wireframe display only. display_z_extension_line i486_nt s Controls the display of dimension z-extension lines. Yes - zextension lines will be displayed; No - z-extension lines will not be displayed. display_z_extension_line x86e_win64 Controls the display of dimension z-extension lines. Yes - zs extension lines will be displayed; No - z-extension lines will not be displayed. edge_display_quality i486_nt Controls display quality of an edge for wireframe and hidden-line removal. Normal - Normal quality of edge display. High Increases tessellation by 2. Very_high - Increases tessellation by 3. Low - Decreases tessellation from normal, speeds up display. edge_display_quality

Model Display

yes, no

yes

Model Display

normal, high, very_high, low

normal

Model Display

x86e_win64 Controls display quality of an edge for wireframe and hidden-line normal, high, removal. Normal - Normal quality of edge display. High very_high, low Increases tessellation by 2. Very_high - Increases tessellation by 3. Low - Decreases tessellation from normal, speeds up display. i486_nt Enables hlr hashing x86e_win64 Enables hlr hashing i486_nt Yes - Clear background before displaying text. No - Do not clear text background. x86e_win64 Yes - Clear background before displaying text. No - Do not clear text background. i486_nt Sets the maximum amount of time for an animation between explode states. x86e_win64 Sets the maximum amount of time for an animation between explode states. i486_nt Yes - Use simplified highlighting which redisplays more quickly at the expense of certain details.This option may increase memory usage slightly. x86e_win64 Yes - Use simplified highlighting which redisplays more quickly at the expense of certain details.This option may increase memory usage slightly. no, yes no, yes no, yes no, yes

normal

Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

enable_hlr_hashing enable_hlr_hashing enable_transparent_text_ bg enable_transparent_text_ bg explode_animation_max_ time explode_animation_max_ time fast_highlight

no no yes yes 1 1

no, yes

yes

Model Display

fast_highlight

no, yes

yes

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Category Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

Name fasthlr fasthlr frames_per_sec frames_per_sec frames_per_sec_value

Platform i486_nt

Description Specifies whether fast hidden line removal is on/off by default.

Values no, yes no, yes no, yes no, yes no no no no 3

Default value

x86e_win64 Specifies whether fast hidden line removal is on/off by default. i486_nt Determines whether view is animated. x86e_win64 Determines whether view is animated. i486_nt Used to set the smoothness of view animation changes. Higher numbers provide more frames/sec, and giving you a smoother animation. Lower numbers cause the view to change more quickly. x86e_win64 Used to set the smoothness of view animation changes. Higher numbers provide more frames/sec, and giving you a smoother animation. Lower numbers cause the view to change more quickly. i486_nt Determines whether or not the system uses Level of Detail in shaded models during dynamic orientation (panning, zooming and spinning). x86e_win64 Determines whether or not the system uses Level of Detail in shaded models during dynamic orientation (panning, zooming and spinning). i486_nt When lods_enabled is Yes, this value specifies the default value used to display LODs. The value is a percentage of the edge size vs the total size of the model. x86e_win64 When lods_enabled is Yes, this value specifies the default value used to display LODs. The value is a percentage of the edge size vs the total size of the model. i486_nt When the orientation, or zoom state, of the Creo Parametric window changes, an animation sequence of a predefined duration takes place. This option controls the maximum time the system spends animating. x86e_win64 When the orientation, or zoom state, of the Creo Parametric window changes, an animation sequence of a predefined duration takes place. This option controls the maximum time the system spends animating. i486_nt Set the upper bound dimension on images loaded into Creo Parametric. Images larger than this limit will be rescaled to this upper bound during loading.

Model Display

frames_per_sec_value

Model Display

lods_enabled

no, yes

no

Model Display

lods_enabled

no, yes

no

Model Display

lods_value

50

Model Display

lods_value

50

Model Display

max_animation_time

Model Display

max_animation_time

Model Display

max_image_dimension

4096, 1024, 2048, 8192, 16384

4096

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Category Model Display

Name max_image_dimension

Model Display Model Display Model Display

mesh_spline_surf mesh_spline_surf min_animation_steps

Platform Description x86e_win64 Set the upper bound dimension on images loaded into Creo Parametric. Images larger than this limit will be rescaled to this upper bound during loading. i486_nt Turns the blue mesh surface lines on or off. x86e_win64 Turns the blue mesh surface lines on or off. i486_nt When the orientation, or zoom state, of the Creo Parametric window changes, an animation sequence of predefined duration takes place. This option controls the minimum number of frames used in the animation sequence. x86e_win64 When the orientation, or zoom state, of the Creo Parametric window changes, an animation sequence of predefined duration takes place. This option controls the minimum number of frames used in the animation sequence.

Values 4096, 1024, 2048, 8192, 16384 no, yes no, yes

Default value 4096

no no 6

Model Display

min_animation_steps

Model Display Model Display Model Display

model_detail_options_file i486_nt

Model Display

Sets the path to the file which contains the default model detail option values for new models. model_detail_options_file x86e_win64 Sets the path to the file which contains the default model detail option values for new models. orientation i486_nt Establishes the initial standard view orientation. User_default System uses X-axis and Y-axis values defined by options x_axis and y_axis. orientation x86e_win64 Establishes the initial standard view orientation. User_default System uses X-axis and Y-axis values defined by options x_axis and y_axis. real_time_rendering_disp i486_nt lay Disable realtime rendering.

isometric, trimetric, user_default isometric, trimetric, user_default disable, transparent_floor, room_display disable, transparent_floor, room_display no, yes

<creo_loadpoint>\text\3d_inc h.dtl <creo_loadpoint>\text\3d_inc h.dtl trimetric

trimetric

Model Display

disable

Model Display

real_time_rendering_disp x86e_win64 Disable realtime rendering. lay save_triangles_flag i486_nt Spinning shaded images with software graphics only.Note: This option has no effect if your system uses hardware graphics.

disable

Model Display

no

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Category Model Display

Name save_triangles_flag

Platform Description x86e_win64 Spinning shaded images with software graphics only.Note: This option has no effect if your system uses hardware graphics. Yes - Shades assembly components while they are being moved. No - Displays components in wireframe while they are being moved. x86e_win64 Yes - Shades assembly components while they are being moved. No - Displays components in wireframe while they are being moved. i486_nt Model shade quality is used to decide how much to subdivide surfaces forshading purposes. Higher shade quality is slower but produces better pictures. i486_nt

Values no, yes no

Default value

Model Display

shade_moving_comp

yes, no

yes

Model Display

shade_moving_comp

yes, no

yes

Model Display

shade_quality

3, 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 3 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50

Model Display

shade_quality

x86e_win64 Model shade quality is used to decide how much to subdivide 3, 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 3 surfaces forshading purposes. Higher shade quality is slower but 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, produces better pictures. 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50 i486_nt Controls the shading of surface features. x86e_win64 Controls the shading of surface features. i486_nt Enables shading of objects in all windows. This option does not also enable color shading. x86e_win64 Enables shading of objects in all windows. This option does not also enable color shading. i486_nt Controls the display of datum curves on shaded objects. yes, no yes, no all_windows, one_window all_windows, one_window curves, no yes yes all_windows all_windows curves

Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

shade_surface_feat shade_surface_feat shade_windows shade_windows shade_with

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Category Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

Name Platform Description shade_with x86e_win64 Controls the display of datum curves on shaded objects. show_axes_for_extr_arcs i486_nt Determines if axes are created for newly extruded arcs. show_axes_for_extr_arcs x86e_win64 Determines if axes are created for newly extruded arcs. skip_small_surfaces i486_nt

Values curves, no yes, no yes, no

Default value curves no no yes

Gives the user the option not to display small shaded surfaces. no, yes Disabling this option will improve display quality at the expense of speed.It is most useful for creating screen snap shots.

Model Display

skip_small_surfaces

x86e_win64 Gives the user the option not to display small shaded surfaces. no, yes Disabling this option will improve display quality at the expense of speed.It is most useful for creating screen snap shots. no, yes no, yes 256x256, 512x512, 1024x1024 256x256, 512x512, 1024x1024 yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes

yes

Model Display Model Display Model Display

smooth_lines smooth_lines spherical_map_size

Model Display

Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

i486_nt Choose whether to smooth lines by default or not. x86e_win64 Choose whether to smooth lines by default or not. i486_nt Size of Spherical map texture image used for environment mapping. Bigger size will have better image quality but will be slow to regenerate. spherical_map_size x86e_win64 Size of Spherical map texture image used for environment mapping. Bigger size will have better image quality but will be slow to regenerate. spin_rate_zoom_sensitiv i486_nt Allows slower spinning when zoomed in on a model. e spin_rate_zoom_sensitiv x86e_win64 Allows slower spinning when zoomed in on a model. e spin_with_notes i486_nt Yes - 3D feature and model notes are displayed during dynamic spinning of a model. spin_with_notes x86e_win64 Yes - 3D feature and model notes are displayed during dynamic spinning of a model. spin_with_part_entities i486_nt Yes - Datum features will be displayed during dynamic spinning of a model. spin_with_part_entities x86e_win64 Yes - Datum features will be displayed during dynamic spinning of a model. spin_with_silhouettes i486_nt Yes - Silhouette lines will be displayed during dynamic spinning of a model. spin_with_silhouettes x86e_win64 Yes - Silhouette lines will be displayed during dynamic spinning of a model.

no no 256x256

256x256

no no yes yes no no no no

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Category Model Display

Name tan_angle_for_disp

Model Display

tan_angle_for_disp

Model Display

tangent_edge_display

Description Values For display purposes only. Sets the angle between two quilt surfaces below which the edge will be displayed as tangent. Enter an angle between 1.5 and 15 degrees. x86e_win64 For display purposes only. Sets the angle between two quilt surfaces below which the edge will be displayed as tangent. Enter an angle between 1.5 and 15 degrees. i486_nt Determines how edges between tangent surfaces are displayed. no, solid, centerline, phantom, dimmed x86e_win64 Determines how edges between tangent surfaces are displayed. no, solid, centerline, phantom, dimmed i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 Yes - Applied textures will be displayed when the model is shaded. Yes - Applied textures will be displayed when the model is shaded. Appends a directory to the search path for textures. Appends a directory to the search path for textures. Yes - Transparent colors will appear as such when the model is shaded. Yes - Transparent colors will appear as such when the model is shaded. Yes - Use the old stroke-based PTC font as the default font. No Use a True Type font as the default font. Yes - Use the old stroke-based PTC font as the default font. No Use a True Type font as the default font. Sets the default view orientation for models (appears in the Orientation dialog box). The default orientation is the last option, x_angle, y_angle, or orientation, in the configuration file. no, yes no, yes

Platform i486_nt

Default value 0.02618

0.02618

solid

Model Display

tangent_edge_display

solid

Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

texture texture texture_search_path texture_search_path transparency transparency

yes yes

no, yes no, yes no, yes no, yes

yes yes no no 0

use_pre_wildfire_text_fon i486_nt t use_pre_wildfire_text_fon x86e_win64 t x_angle i486_nt

Model Display

x_angle

x86e_win64 Sets the default view orientation for models (appears in the Orientation dialog box). The default orientation is the last option, x_angle, y_angle, or orientation, in the configuration file.

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Category Model Display

Name y_angle

Platform i486_nt

Description Sets the default view orientation for models (appears in the Orientation dialog box). The default orientation is the last option, x_angle, y_angle, or orientation, in the configuration file.

Values 0

Default value

Model Display

y_angle

x86e_win64 Sets the default view orientation for models (appears in the Orientation dialog box). The default orientation is the last option, x_angle, y_angle, or orientation, in the configuration file. i486_nt Complete path to the scene file to be used as default scene file.

Photorender

default_scene_filename

Photorender

default_scene_filename

x86e_win64 Complete path to the scene file to be used as default scene file.

Photorender Photorender Photorender Photorender Photorender Photorender Photorender

photorender_capability_w arnings photorender_capability_w arnings photorender_default_heig ht photorender_default_heig ht photorender_default_widt h photorender_default_widt h photorender_memory_us age

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Photorender

photorender_memory_us x86e_win64 age photorender_preview_sc i486_nt ale

Photorender

Allows the user to disable warnings about PhotoLux only yes, no capabilities. Allows the user to disable warnings about PhotoLux only yes, no capabilities. Sets the default height (in pixels) for the custom size rendered output Sets the default height (in pixels) for the custom size rendered output Sets the default width (in pixels) for the custom size rendered output Sets the default width (in pixels) for the custom size rendered output Sets the memory limit that Pro/PHOTORENDER allows for model processing. Do not use commas in the memory value, as Creo Parametric interprets these as decimals. Sets the memory limit that Pro/PHOTORENDER allows for model processing. Do not use commas in the memory value, as Creo Parametric interprets these as decimals. Allows user defined size ratio at which Pro/PHOTORENDER will render, using the default Render To: Full Window Preview setting. Increasing the value creates higher quality rendering with slower performance. Reducing the value produces reverse results.

<creo_loadpoint>\graphiclibrary\scenes\/creo_default_s cene.scn <creo_loadpoint>\graphiclibrary\scenes\/creo_default_s cene.scn yes yes 450 450 600 600 256

256

0.5

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Category Photorender

Photorender Photorender Photorender

Name Platform Description Values photorender_preview_sc x86e_win64 Allows user defined size ratio at which Pro/PHOTORENDER will ale render, using the default Render To: Full Window Preview setting. Increasing the value creates higher quality rendering with slower performance. Reducing the value produces reverse results. pro_texture_library i486_nt Allows the user to specify a different graphics library. pro_texture_library x86e_win64 Allows the user to specify a different graphics library. room_rotation_lock i486_nt Default room rotation setting at session start.studio - Lock room studio, model rotation to studio.model - Lock room rotation to model. room_rotation_lock x86e_win64 Default room rotation setting at session start.studio - Lock room rotation to studio.model - Lock room rotation to model. i486_nt Yes - Automatically update the model with current scene information when saving the model; No - Scene information embedded in model must be updated manually. Yes - Automatically update the model with current scene information when saving the model; No - Scene information embedded in model must be updated manually. Yes - Embed applied texture and tracesketch bitmap files into the model file. Yes - Embed applied texture and tracesketch bitmap files into the model file. Gamma correction to apply to images created by renderer. Default value is 1.0. Gamma correction to apply to images created by renderer. Default value is 1.0. Specifies the aec drawing annotation attribute/parameter specification file name. Specifies the aec drawing annotation attribute/parameter specification file name. Specifies the aec object type file name. Specifies the aec object type file name. Yes - Display insulation in thick mode. No - Display insulation in centerline mode. This option can be overridden by the Thick insulation option in the Model Display dialog box. studio, model

Default value 0.5

studio

Photorender

studio

Photorender

save_scene_with_file

yes, no

no

Photorender

save_scene_with_file

x86e_win64

yes, no

no

Photorender Photorender Photorender Photorender Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping

save_texture_with_model i486_nt save_texture_with_model x86e_win64 window_gamma window_gamma aec_dwg_anno_attrpar_s pec_file aec_dwg_anno_attrpar_s pec_file aec_object_type_file aec_object_type_file display_thick_insulation i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

yes, no yes, no

no no 1 1 aec_dwg_anno_attrparam_sp ec.ptd aec_dwg_anno_attrparam_sp ec.ptd aec_object_type.ptd aec_object_type.ptd yes

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Category Piping

Name display_thick_insulation

Platform Description x86e_win64 Yes - Display insulation in thick mode. No - Display insulation in centerline mode. This option can be overridden by the Thick insulation option in the Model Display dialog box. i486_nt

Values yes, no yes

Default value

Piping

display_thick_pipes

Piping

Piping

Yes - Display pipes in thick mode. No - Display pipes in centerline mode. This option can be overridden by the Thick pipes option in the Model Display dialog box. display_thick_pipes x86e_win64 Yes - Display pipes in thick mode. No - Display pipes in centerline mode. This option can be overridden by the Thick pipes option in the Model Display dialog box. isogen_attribute_map_file i486_nt Specifies the mapping between isogen parameter and attribute name. isogen_attribute_map_file x86e_win64 Specifies the mapping between isogen parameter and attribute name. isogen_endtype_map_file i486_nt Specify name of file mapping Pro/Piping endtypes with ISOGEN endtypes

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

Piping

Piping

Piping

isogen_endtype_map_file x86e_win64 Specify name of file mapping Pro/Piping endtypes with ISOGEN endtypes isogen_mandatory_attr_fi i486_nt le isogen_mandatory_attr_fi x86e_win64 le isogen_nominal_size_ma i486_nt p_file Specify file containing mandatory attribute filenames used by ISOGEN. Specify file containing mandatory attribute filenames used by ISOGEN. Specify name of file mapping Pro/Piping Size with Nominal Sizes in MM and Inches

Piping Piping Piping

<creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\isodata\isogen_attribute _map.ptd <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\isodata\isogen_attribute _map.ptd <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\isodata\isogen_endtype_ map.ptd <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\isodata\isogen_endtype_ map.ptd isogen.fls isogen.fls <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\isodata\isogen_nominal_ size_map.ptd <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\isodata\isogen_nominal_ size_map.ptd

Piping

isogen_nominal_size_ma x86e_win64 Specify name of file mapping Pro/Piping Size with Nominal Sizes p_file in MM and Inches isogen_output_files_dir isogen_output_files_dir i486_nt Specify directory to save the PCFs created by ISOGEN interface

Piping Piping Piping

x86e_win64 Specify directory to save the PCFs created by ISOGEN interface Specify format to create filenames of PCF files being created mnemonic,-,specification,,number

isogen_pcf_filename_for i486_nt mat

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Category Piping Piping

Name Platform Description isogen_pcf_filename_for x86e_win64 Specify format to create filenames of PCF files being created mat isogen_symbol_map_file i486_nt Specify name of file for mapping Pro/Piping selection names with ISOGEN symbol keys (SKEY)s isogen_symbol_map_file x86e_win64 Specify name of file for mapping Pro/Piping selection names with ISOGEN symbol keys (SKEY)s pipe_bend_locations_csy i486_nt s_units Define which assembly units will be used for the piping bend yes, no locations calculations. Yes - to use coordinate system assembly units. No - to use pipeline assembly units.

Values

Piping

Piping

Default value mnemonic,-,specification,,number <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\isodata\isogen_symbol_ map.ptd <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\isodata\isogen_symbol_ map.ptd no

Piping

pipe_bend_locations_csy x86e_win64 Define which assembly units will be used for the piping bend yes, no s_units locations calculations. Yes - to use coordinate system assembly units. No - to use pipeline assembly units. pipe_pre_22_bendinfo_c i486_nt onv pipe_pre_22_bendinfo_c x86e_win64 onv pipe_solid_centerline i486_nt pipe_solid_centerline pipe_solid_label_format Convert bend report information generated prior to Pro/ENGINEER 2000i-2 to current saved analysis format. Convert bend report information generated prior to Pro/ENGINEER 2000i-2 to current saved analysis format. Yes - Display Pro/PIPING centerlines. No - Do not display Pro/PIPING centerlines. x86e_win64 Yes - Display Pro/PIPING centerlines. No - Do not display Pro/PIPING centerlines. i486_nt Specify the pipe solid label format that will be used to automatically generate pipeline labels. x86e_win64 Specify the pipe solid label format that will be used to automatically generate pipeline labels. yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

no

Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping

yes yes yes yes size,-,specification,,mnemonic,-,number,,insulation size,-,specification,,mnemonic,-,number,,insulation no

Piping

pipe_solid_label_format

Piping

pipe_update_pre_20_int_ i486_nt pts

Piping

Piping

Yes - Pipelines created prior to Release 20.0 are updated with intersection point entities. The entities are created in session by Info>Regen Info or when you retrieve the model. pipe_update_pre_20_int_ x86e_win64 Yes - Pipelines created prior to Release 20.0 are updated with pts intersection point entities. The entities are created in session by Info>Regen Info or when you retrieve the model. pipeline_assembly_library i486_nt Sets the default pipeline assembly library directory. _dir

yes, no

no

<creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\pipelinelib\

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Category Piping Piping Piping Piping

Name pipeline_assembly_library _dir pipeline_assembly_name _format pipeline_assembly_name _format pipeline_label_format

Platform Description x86e_win64 Sets the default pipeline assembly library directory. i486_nt Sets the default pipeline assembly name format.

Values

Default value <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\pipelinelib\ mnemonic,-,number mnemonic,-,number size,-,specification,,mnemonic,-,number,,insulation size,-,specification,,mnemonic,-,number,,insulation pipeline_solid_start.prt pipeline_solid_start.prt mnemonic-numberprefix&#91;0]spoolnum&#91; 01]suffix&#91;] mnemonic-numberprefix&#91;0]spoolnum&#91; 01]suffix&#91;] pipeline_start.asm pipeline_start.asm <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping_a ppearance.map <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping_a ppearance.map <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping_b olt_nut_select.ptd <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping_b olt_nut_select.ptd

x86e_win64 Sets the default pipeline assembly name format. i486_nt Specify the pipeline label format that will be used to automatically generate pipeline labels.

Piping

pipeline_label_format

x86e_win64 Specify the pipeline label format that will be used to automatically generate pipeline labels. Sets the default pipeline solid start part name. Sets the default pipeline solid start part name. Specify the pipeline spool label format that will be used to generate the spool labels during pipeline spool generation.

Piping Piping Piping

pipeline_solid_start_part_ i486_nt name pipeline_solid_start_part_ x86e_win64 name pipeline_spool_label_for i486_nt mat pipeline_spool_label_for mat

Piping

x86e_win64 Specify the pipeline spool label format that will be used to generate the spool labels during pipeline spool generation.

Piping Piping Piping

pipeline_start_assembly_ i486_nt Sets the default pipeline start assembly name. name pipeline_start_assembly_ x86e_win64 Sets the default pipeline start assembly name. name piping_appearance_map i486_nt Sets the default piping appearance map filename. _file piping_appearance_map x86e_win64 Sets the default piping appearance map filename. _file piping_bolt_nut_select_fil i486_nt e Piping bolts and nuts selection file.

Piping

Piping

Piping

piping_bolt_nut_select_fil x86e_win64 Piping bolts and nuts selection file. e

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Category Piping

Name piping_design_method

Platform i486_nt

Description Sets the current Piping design method for pipeline modeling.

Piping

piping_design_method

x86e_win64 Sets the current Piping design method for pipeline modeling.

Piping Piping Piping

piping_enable_designate i486_nt Enable designatable reports for spec-driven piping. _report piping_enable_designate x86e_win64 Enable designatable reports for spec-driven piping. _report piping_end_compatibility_ i486_nt Sets the default piping end compatibility filename. file piping_end_compatibility_ x86e_win64 Sets the default piping end compatibility filename. file piping_extend_dim_sche i486_nt me Specify a dimension scheme for piping extend segment.

Values non_spec_driven, spec_driven, user_driven non_spec_driven, spec_driven, user_driven yes, no yes, no

Default value non_spec_driven

non_spec_driven

yes yes

Piping

Piping

<creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping_e nd_compatibility.ptd <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping_e nd_compatibility.ptd cartesian, cylindrical, cartesian spherical cartesian, cylindrical, cartesian spherical no

Piping

piping_extend_dim_sche x86e_win64 Specify a dimension scheme for piping extend segment. me piping_extend_show_csy i486_nt s

Piping

Piping

Piping Piping Piping

Control whether small preview CSYS is shown at end of pipe yes, no when defining extend features in cartesian / spherical / cylindrical schemes. piping_extend_show_csy x86e_win64 Control whether small preview CSYS is shown at end of pipe yes, no s when defining extend features in cartesian / spherical / cylindrical schemes. piping_fitt_angle_toleranc i486_nt Sets the default piping fitting angle tolerance value. e piping_fitt_angle_toleranc x86e_win64 Sets the default piping fitting angle tolerance value. e piping_fitt_category_map i486_nt Sets the default piping fitting category map filename. _file piping_fitt_category_map x86e_win64 Sets the default piping fitting category map filename. _file

no

1.5 1.5 <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\sample_project\piping_fit t_category_map.ptd <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\sample_project\piping_fit t_category_map.ptd

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Category Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping

Name piping_fitt_library_dir piping_fitt_library_dir piping_fluid_parameter piping_fluid_parameter

Platform i486_nt

Description Sets the default piping fitting library directory.

Values

x86e_win64 Sets the default piping fitting library directory. i486_nt Enables/disables the Parameters tab in Create Pipeline Dialog no, yes no, yes

Default value <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\fittinglib\ <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\fittinglib\ no no <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\sample_project\piping_in sulation_dir.ptd <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\sample_project\piping_in sulation_dir.ptd 1 1 1 1 <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping_ manufacture_dir.ptd <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping_ manufacture_dir.ptd <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping_ material.ptd <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping_ material.ptd weight_length

x86e_win64 Enables/disables the Parameters tab in Create Pipeline Dialog Sets the default piping insulation directory filename.

piping_insulation_dir_file i486_nt

Piping

piping_insulation_dir_file x86e_win64 Sets the default piping insulation directory filename.

Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping

piping_joint_fitting_cleara i486_nt Sets the piping joint minimum fitting clearance value. nce piping_joint_fitting_cleara x86e_win64 Sets the piping joint minimum fitting clearance value. nce piping_joint_fitting_offset i486_nt Sets the piping joint minimum fitting offset value. piping_joint_fitting_offset x86e_win64 Sets the piping joint minimum fitting offset value. piping_manufacture_dir_f i486_nt ile Sets the default piping manufacture directory filename.

Piping

piping_manufacture_dir_f x86e_win64 Sets the default piping manufacture directory filename. ile piping_material_file i486_nt Sets the default piping material filename.

Piping

Piping

piping_material_file

x86e_win64 Sets the default piping material filename.

Piping

piping_material_source

i486_nt

Sets the source for material information. Note Material_dir requires pro_material_dir to be set.

weight_length, material_dir

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Category Piping Piping Piping Piping

Name piping_material_source piping_mcat_dir piping_mcat_dir piping_mcat_dir_file

Platform Description x86e_win64 Sets the source for material information. Note Material_dir requires pro_material_dir to be set. i486_nt Sets the default piping master catalog directory.

Values weight_length, material_dir

Default value weight_length <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\ <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\ <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping_ mcat_dir.ptd <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping_ mcat_dir.ptd 1 1 <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\sample_project\ <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\sample_project\ no no <work_dir>\config.pro_cronjo bs\dump_i486_nt\ <work_dir>\config.pro_cronjo bs\dump_x86e_win64\ <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\sample_project\piping_s pec_dir.ptd <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\sample_project\piping_s pec_dir.ptd mnemonic mnemonic

x86e_win64 Sets the default piping master catalog directory. i486_nt Sets the default piping master catalog directory filename.

Piping

piping_mcat_dir_file

x86e_win64 Sets the default piping master catalog directory filename.

Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping

piping_min_bolting_clear i486_nt Sets the default piping minimum bolting clearance value. ance piping_min_bolting_clear x86e_win64 Sets the default piping minimum bolting clearance value. ance piping_project_data_dir i486_nt Sets the default Project data directory. piping_project_data_dir x86e_win64 Sets the default Project data directory. Set the Schematic Driven Pipeline Modeling ON/OFF no, yes no, yes

piping_schematic_driven i486_nt

piping_schematic_driven x86e_win64 Set the Schematic Driven Pipeline Modeling ON/OFF piping_schematic_xml_di i486_nt r piping_schematic_xml_di x86e_win64 r piping_spec_dir_file i486_nt Specify directory with full path containing schematic information XML file(s). Specify directory with full path containing schematic information XML file(s). Sets the default piping specification directory filename.

Piping

piping_spec_dir_file

x86e_win64 Sets the default piping specification directory filename.

Piping Piping

piping_system_tree_form i486_nt Sets the default piping model tree format. at piping_system_tree_form x86e_win64 Sets the default piping model tree format. at

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Category Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping

Name piping_thumb_wheel_incr ement piping_thumb_wheel_incr ement piping_thumb_wheel_rati o_inc piping_thumb_wheel_rati o_inc piping_wildfire_convert piping_wildfire_convert pro_insulation_dir pro_insulation_dir pro_pip_fitt_dir pro_pip_fitt_dir pro_pip_lnstk_dir pro_pip_lnstk_dir units_system_dic_file

Platform i486_nt

Description Sets the default piping thumb wheel increment value.

Values 1 1 0.01 0.01 manual, never, automatic manual, never, automatic manual manual

Default value

x86e_win64 Sets the default piping thumb wheel increment value. i486_nt Sets the default piping thumb wheel ratio increment value.

x86e_win64 Sets the default piping thumb wheel ratio increment value. i486_nt Always ask before converting old piping assemblies to update the network structure. x86e_win64 Always ask before converting old piping assemblies to update the network structure. i486_nt Specifies the directory to search for insulation files used in Pro/PIPING. Use full path name to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Specifies the directory to search for insulation files used in Pro/PIPING. Use full path name to avoid problems. i486_nt Specifies the directory to search for fittings used in Pro/PIPING. x86e_win64 Specifies the directory to search for fittings used in Pro/PIPING. Specifies the directory to search for linestock files used in Pro/PIPING. Use full path name to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Specifies the directory to search for linestock files used in Pro/PIPING. Use full path name to avoid problems. i486_nt Specifies the file containing the mapping for MCAT filename and units. i486_nt

<creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping_u nits_system_dic_file.ptd <creo_loadpoint>\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping_u nits_system_dic_file.ptd

Piping

units_system_dic_file

x86e_win64 Specifies the file containing the mapping for MCAT filename and units.

Printing & Plotting

acrobat_reader

i486_nt

Sets the Adobe Acrobat Reader command path. This value will be used to launch the reader after exporting a PDF document.

Printing & Plotting

acrobat_reader

x86e_win64 Sets the Adobe Acrobat Reader command path. This value will be used to launch the reader after exporting a PDF document.

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Category Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting

Name delete_after_plotting delete_after_plotting din_std_line_priority din_std_line_priority

Platform i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64

gerber_360_interpolation i486_nt gerber_360_interpolation x86e_win64 pen_slew i486_nt

Printing & Plotting

pen_slew

x86e_win64

Printing & Plotting

pen_slew_xy

i486_nt

Printing & Plotting

pen_slew_xy

x86e_win64

Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting

pen_table_file pen_table_file pen1_line_weight

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Description Yes - A plot file is automatically deleted from the directory in which it resides when it has been successfully plotted. Yes - A plot file is automatically deleted from the directory in which it resides when it has been successfully plotted. If set to YES line priority in plotting or export is determined according to DIN standard If set to YES line priority in plotting or export is determined according to DIN standard Yes - Arcs and circles included in outputted Gerber plot files will take this format. Yes - Arcs and circles included in outputted Gerber plot files will take this format. Sets the pen speed for both x and y directions for plotters that are compatible with this option. Consult your plotter's user guide for more information. Sets the pen speed for both x and y directions for plotters that are compatible with this option. Consult your plotter's user guide for more information. Sets the pen speed for the x and y directions individually for plotters that are compatible with this option.The first value is the x value and the second, the y value. They should be separated by a space. Sets the pen speed for the x and y directions individually for plotters that are compatible with this option.The first value is the x value and the second, the y value. They should be separated by a space. Specifies a default pen mapping table which supersedes other pen mapping information. Specifies a default pen mapping table which supersedes other pen mapping information. Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest).

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes no no no no -1

Default value

-1

-1

-1

table.pnt table.pnt 4

Printing & Plotting

pen1_line_weight

x86e_win64 Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest).

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Category Printing & Plotting

Name pen2_line_weight

Platform i486_nt

Description Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest).

Values 1

Default value

Printing & Plotting

pen2_line_weight

x86e_win64 Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). i486_nt Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest).

Printing & Plotting

pen3_line_weight

Printing & Plotting

pen3_line_weight

x86e_win64 Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). i486_nt Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest).

Printing & Plotting

pen4_line_weight

Printing & Plotting

pen4_line_weight

x86e_win64 Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). i486_nt Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest).

Printing & Plotting

pen5_line_weight

Printing & Plotting

pen5_line_weight

x86e_win64 Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). i486_nt Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest).

Printing & Plotting

pen6_line_weight

Printing & Plotting

pen6_line_weight

x86e_win64 Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). i486_nt Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest).

Printing & Plotting

pen7_line_weight

Printing & Plotting

pen7_line_weight

x86e_win64 Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest).

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Category Printing & Plotting

Name pen8_line_weight

Platform i486_nt

Description Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest).

Values 4

Default value

Printing & Plotting

pen8_line_weight

x86e_win64 Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). i486_nt When plotting to a carberry format (jpg, tiff, etc), setting this option to YES will ignore the view border and produce output sized to the smallest rectangle that includes the drawing items. yes, no

Printing & Plotting

plot_carberry_extends

no

Printing & Plotting

plot_carberry_extends

x86e_win64 When plotting to a carberry format (jpg, tiff, etc), setting this option to YES will ignore the view border and produce output sized to the smallest rectangle that includes the drawing items. i486_nt Specifies the directory where plot files should be written. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. For example /home/users/plotfiles. x86e_win64 Specifies the directory where plot files should be written. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. For example /home/users/plotfiles. i486_nt Specifies the scaling factor for the DOTFONT line style in a plot. x86e_win64 Specifies the scaling factor for the DOTFONT line style in a plot. i486_nt Yes - Plot files are given descriptive extensions when created. No - All plot files are simply given the extension .plt.

yes, no

no

Printing & Plotting

plot_file_dir

Printing & Plotting

plot_file_dir

Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting

plot_linestyle_scale plot_linestyle_scale plot_names

1 1 yes, no

Printing & Plotting

plot_names

x86e_win64 Yes - Plot files are given descriptive extensions when created. No - All plot files are simply given the extension .plt. i486_nt

yes, no

Printing & Plotting

plot_proceed_dialog

Yes - Enables the Plot Proceed dialog which provides a choice yes, no for delaying the printing of plot files. This is useful for large plots when using lp print commands. The lp command may not access the plot file before it is removed resulting in no output.

no

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Category Printing & Plotting

Name plot_proceed_dialog

Platform Description Values x86e_win64 Yes - Enables the Plot Proceed dialog which provides a choice yes, no for delaying the printing of plot files. This is useful for large plots when using lp print commands. The lp command may not access the plot file before it is removed resulting in no output. i486_nt Provides the ability to exclude empty window space when plotting the model to scale. x86e_win64 Provides the ability to exclude empty window space when plotting the model to scale. i486_nt Establishes the default plotter for making plot files. x86e_win64 Establishes the default plotter for making plot files. i486_nt Sets the command that you use to start a plot on your system; for Windows NT or Windows 95, windows_print_manager option configures Creo Parametric to plot to a recognized device in the Windows NT or Windows 95 print manager. yes, no yes, no

Default value no

Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting

plot_to_scale_full_windo w plot_to_scale_full_windo w plotter plotter plotter_command

windows_print_mana ger

Printing & Plotting

plotter_command

x86e_win64 Sets the command that you use to start a plot on your system; windows_print_mana for Windows NT or Windows 95, windows_print_manager option ger configures Creo Parametric to plot to a recognized device in the Windows NT or Windows 95 print manager. i486_nt Specifies the type of plotter handshake initialization sequence generated in the plotter files. x86e_win64 Specifies the type of plotter handshake initialization sequence generated in the plotter files. i486_nt Specifies whether or not to compress exported shaded PostScript files. Yes - A shaded postscript file created with File>Export will be compressed. This will increase processing time. x86e_win64 Specifies whether or not to compress exported shaded PostScript files. Yes - A shaded postscript file created with File>Export will be compressed. This will increase processing time. i486_nt Sets the directory of your user-defined plotter configuration file. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Sets the directory of your user-defined plotter configuration file. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. hardware, software hardware, software yes, no no

Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting

plotter_handshake plotter_handshake postscript_compression

Printing & Plotting

postscript_compression

yes, no

no

Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting

pro_plot_config_dir pro_plot_config_dir

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Category Printing & Plotting

Name Platform ps_output_with_pagesize i486_nt

Printing & Plotting

ps_output_with_pagesize x86e_win64

Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting

raster_plot_dpi raster_plot_dpi rotate_postscript_print

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Printing & Plotting

rotate_postscript_print

x86e_win64

Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting

shaded_postscript_backg i486_nt round shaded_postscript_backg x86e_win64 round ttf_handling_for_plot_files i486_nt

Description Specifies whether or not to include pagesize information when generating postscript files from Creo Parametric. No - Creo Parametric will omit Adobe level 2 pagesize information from the header of the postscript file. Specifies whether or not to include pagesize information when generating postscript files from Creo Parametric. No - Creo Parametric will omit Adobe level 2 pagesize information from the header of the postscript file. Determines the resolution for plotter outputs variables are in dots per inch. Determines the resolution for plotter outputs variables are in dots per inch. Specifies rotation for printing. Yes - Rotates a PostScript plot 90 degrees counterclockwise. Use when you are plotting a landscape drawing on a portrait-type laser printer, or a portrait drawing on a landscape-type laser printer. Specifies rotation for printing. Yes - Rotates a PostScript plot 90 degrees counterclockwise. Use when you are plotting a landscape drawing on a portrait-type laser printer, or a portrait drawing on a landscape-type laser printer. Specifies how background colors are handled in Postscript files of shaded objects. Specifies how background colors are handled in Postscript files of shaded objects. Defines how annotations using True Type Fonts are written to the plot file. Using True Type Fonts reduces the plot file size, but font substitution may occur due to device settings. Annotations that do not use True Type Fonts are unaffected by this option.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

100, 200, 300, 400 100, 200, 300, 400 yes, no

100 100

yes, no

yes, no yes, no stroke all fonts, use true type fonts

no no use

Printing & Plotting

ttf_handling_for_plot_files x86e_win64 Defines how annotations using True Type Fonts are written to stroke all fonts, use the plot file. Using True Type Fonts reduces the plot file size, but true type fonts font substitution may occur due to device settings. Annotations that do not use True Type Fonts are unaffected by this option. use_8_plotter_pens use_8_plotter_pens Specifies whether to support up to 8 plotter pens. The initial default is 4 pens. x86e_win64 Specifies whether to support up to 8 plotter pens. The initial default is 4 pens. i486_nt no, yes no, yes

use

Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting

no no

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Category Printing & Plotting

Name use_software_linefonts

Platform i486_nt

Description Yes - The exact line style used in Creo Parametric is plotted, stroked out dot by dot, dash by dash, and space by space. No plots lines using the line font it supports which most closely resembles the font used in Creo Parametric.

Values yes, no no

Default value

Printing & Plotting

use_software_linefonts

x86e_win64 Yes - The exact line style used in Creo Parametric is plotted, stroked out dot by dot, dash by dash, and space by space. No plots lines using the line font it supports which most closely resembles the font used in Creo Parametric. No - Variable plot sizes may be entered in millimeters.

yes, no

no

Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal

variable_plots_in_inches i486_nt

yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes

yes yes

variable_plots_in_inches x86e_win64 No - Variable plot sizes may be entered in millimeters. versatec_cutter_installed i486_nt Yes - Indicates that a cutter is installed on a Versatec plotter.

versatec_cutter_installed x86e_win64 Yes - Indicates that a cutter is installed on a Versatec plotter. enable_flat_state i486_nt

Sheetmetal

Enables the creation of a flat state instance of the model. The yes, no instance can be fully flat or fully formed. enable_flat_state x86e_win64 Enables the creation of a flat state instance of the model. The yes, no instance can be fully flat or fully formed. flange_shape_sketches_ i486_nt Sets path to directory that contains the Flange shapes. directory flange_shape_sketches_ x86e_win64 Sets path to directory that contains the Flange shapes. directory flat_shape_sketches_dire i486_nt Sets path to directory that contains the Flat shapes. ctory flat_shape_sketches_dire x86e_win64 Sets path to directory that contains the Flat shapes. ctory initial_bend_y_factor i486_nt Specifies a constant used to determine the neutral bend line for a sheet metal part. This value is always used for non-cylindrical bends. It is used for regular bends only when no bend table is specified. initial_bend_y_factor x86e_win64 Specifies a constant used to determine the neutral bend line for a sheet metal part. This value is always used for non-cylindrical bends. It is used for regular bends only when no bend table is specified.

no no

0.5

0.5

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Category Sheetmetal

Name Platform material_upd_smt_bend_ i486_nt table

Sheetmetal

material_upd_smt_bend_ x86e_win64 table

Sheetmetal

merge_smt_srfs_without i486_nt _seam merge_smt_srfs_without x86e_win64 _seam pro_sheet_met_dir i486_nt

Sheetmetal

Sheetmetal

Sheetmetal

pro_sheet_met_dir

x86e_win64

Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal

pro_smt_params_dir pro_smt_params_dir punch_axis_points punch_axis_points

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64

punch_models_directory i486_nt

Description Defines whether assignment of material to the model via Pro/Toolkit will overwrite existing bend table data and y factor value. Always Replace - Overwrites existing data. Never Replace - Keeps existing data Defines whether assignment of material to the model via Pro/Toolkit will overwrite existing bend table data and y factor value. Always Replace - Overwrites existing data. Never Replace - Keeps existing data Yes - no edge left at the merge if the sheetmetal surfaces being merged are same surfaces. No - edge is left even between same sheetmetal surfaces. Yes - no edge left at the merge if the sheetmetal surfaces being merged are same surfaces. No - edge is left even between same sheetmetal surfaces. Sets the default directory of your user-defined bend tables. If not set, the Pro/SHEETMETAL supplied bend tables are used. Use the full path name to avoid problems. Sets the default directory of your user-defined bend tables. If not set, the Pro/SHEETMETAL supplied bend tables are used. Use the full path name to avoid problems. Specifies the directory to save/retrieve Sheet metal parameters files.Use full path name to avoid problems. Specifies the directory to save/retrieve Sheet metal parameters files.Use full path name to avoid problems. Yes - Enables the creation of punch axis points in Sheetmetal cuts and punches. Yes - Enables the creation of punch axis points in Sheetmetal cuts and punches. Sets path to directory that contains the punch models.

Values always_replace, never_replace

Default value always_replace

always_replace, never_replace

always_replace

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no yes, no

no no

punch_models_directory x86e_win64 Sets path to directory that contains the punch models. smt_allow_flip_sketch i486_nt Yes - Allows flipping the sketch in Flat and Flange tools. NoDisables the ability to flip the sketch in Flat and Flange tools. yes, no no

Sheetmetal

smt_allow_flip_sketch

x86e_win64 Yes - Allows flipping the sketch in Flat and Flange tools. NoDisables the ability to flip the sketch in Flat and Flange tools.

yes, no

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Category Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal

Name smt_bend_notes_dflt_dis play smt_bend_notes_dflt_dis play smt_bend_notes_directio n_down smt_bend_notes_directio n_down smt_bend_notes_directio n_up smt_bend_notes_directio n_up smt_bend_notes_order smt_bend_notes_order smt_bend_notes_type_fo rmed smt_bend_notes_type_fo rmed smt_bend_notes_type_ro lled smt_bend_notes_type_ro lled smt_crn_rel_display

Platform i486_nt

Description Values Define the default state of Bend Note display (sheetmetal Mode) yes, no

Default value yes yes default default default default &type&direction&angle &type&direction&angle default default default default

x86e_win64 Define the default state of Bend Note display (sheetmetal Mode) yes, no Define the Down Direction symbol for Bend Notes (sheetmetal Mode) x86e_win64 Define the Down Direction symbol for Bend Notes (sheetmetal Mode) i486_nt Define the Up Direction symbol for Bend Notes (sheetmetal Mode) x86e_win64 Define the Up Direction symbol for Bend Notes (sheetmetal Mode) i486_nt Define the Fields Order for Bend Notes (sheetmetal Mode) x86e_win64 Define the Fields Order for Bend Notes (sheetmetal Mode) i486_nt Define the Formed symbol for Bend Notes (sheetmetal Mode) x86e_win64 Define the Formed symbol for Bend Notes (sheetmetal Mode) i486_nt Define the Rolled symbol for Bend Notes (sheetmetal Mode) i486_nt

x86e_win64 Define the Rolled symbol for Bend Notes (sheetmetal Mode) i486_nt no, yes no, yes yes, no

Sheetmetal

Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal

Yes - Corner relief notes will be displayed. No - Corner relief notes will not be displayed. smt_crn_rel_display x86e_win64 Yes - Corner relief notes will be displayed. No - Corner relief notes will not be displayed. smt_drive_bend_by_para i486_nt Sheetmetal bend radius and bend angle values and bend meters dimension location will be driven by feature level relations to Sheetmetal parameters. smt_drive_bend_by_para x86e_win64 Sheetmetal bend radius and bend angle values and bend meters dimension location will be driven by feature level relations to Sheetmetal parameters. smt_drive_tools_by_para i486_nt Drives the Sheetmetal options and values by feature-level meters relations to Sheetmetal parameters. smt_drive_tools_by_para x86e_win64 Drives the Sheetmetal options and values by feature-level meters relations to Sheetmetal parameters. smt_form_abort_on_fail_ i486_nt Yes - will always fail the Sheetmetal Form feature if there is a plc problem with its placement .

yes yes no

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no yes, no

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Category Sheetmetal Sheetmetal

Sheetmetal

Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

Name Platform Description smt_form_abort_on_fail_ x86e_win64 Yes - will always fail the Sheetmetal Form feature if there is a plc problem with its placement . smt_mp_method i486_nt MASS - Suppressed Flat Pattern and Flatten Forms will be temporary resumed before mass properties calculation of sheetmetal part. CG - Mass Properties calculation will be performed on current state of sheetmetal part.BOTH - Both methods will be used one after the other. smt_mp_method x86e_win64 MASS - Suppressed Flat Pattern and Flatten Forms will be temporary resumed before mass properties calculation of sheetmetal part. CG - Mass Properties calculation will be performed on current state of sheetmetal part.BOTH - Both methods will be used one after the other. smt_outside_mold_lines i486_nt Yes - Outside Mold Lines will be created during Flat Pattern creation. smt_outside_mold_lines x86e_win64 Yes - Outside Mold Lines will be created during Flat Pattern creation. 2d_palette_path i486_nt Sets the default directory for the user sketcher shape library. Use the full path name to avoid problems. 2d_palette_path x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the user sketcher shape library. Use the full path name to avoid problems. grid_snap i486_nt Yes - Makes pick points snap to a grid. No - Turns the grid snap off so that any location can be picked. grid_snap x86e_win64 Yes - Makes pick points snap to a grid. No - Turns the grid snap off so that any location can be picked. section_color i486_nt Specifies the color of sketched sections.

Values yes, no mass, cg, both no cg

Default value

mass, cg, both

cg

yes, no yes, no

no no

yes, no yes, no default, sketch_color, drawing_color default, sketch_color, drawing_color

no no

Sketcher

section_color

x86e_win64 Specifies the color of sketched sections.

Sketcher

Sketcher

Determine if the original line style and color should be preserved yes, no on Copy/Paste, Sketcher Palette and Import from file. Yes Preserve original line style and color. sket_import_geometry_li x86e_win64 Determine if the original line style and color should be preserved yes, no ne_style on Copy/Paste, Sketcher Palette and Import from file. Yes Preserve original line style and color.

sket_import_geometry_li i486_nt ne_style

no

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Category Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

Name sketcher_animated_modi fy sketcher_animated_modi fy sketcher_auto_create_ref erences sketcher_auto_create_ref erences sketcher_auto_create_ref s

Platform i486_nt

Description No - The section is not animated as modifications are regenerated. x86e_win64 No - The section is not animated as modifications are regenerated. i486_nt This option controls the automatic reference creation from selected background geometry. x86e_win64 This option controls the automatic reference creation from selected background geometry. i486_nt The option values are: 2: the system automatically creates 2 dimensioning references; 1: the system automatically adds the orientation reference as a dimensioning reference; 0: the system does not automatically create dimensioning references.

Values yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes 1, 2 yes yes no no 2

Default value

Sketcher

sketcher_auto_create_ref x86e_win64 The option values are: 2: the system automatically creates 2 1, 2 s dimensioning references; 1: the system automatically adds the orientation reference as a dimensioning reference; 0: the system does not automatically create dimensioning references. sketcher_blended_backg i486_nt round This option controls whether the blended background should be used in 3D Sketcher.The option has no effect if blended background is turned off generally. sketcher_blended_backg x86e_win64 This option controls whether the blended background should be round used in 3D Sketcher.The option has no effect if blended background is turned off generally. sketcher_collinear_constr i486_nt Yes - collinear constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No collinear constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. sketcher_collinear_constr x86e_win64 Yes - collinear constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No collinear constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. sketcher_default_font_ke i486_nt rning Automatically set kerning for text entities in Sketcher. Yes Kerning will be set for new text entities. No- Kerning will not be set automatically. sketcher_default_font_ke x86e_win64 Automatically set kerning for text entities in Sketcher. Yes rning Kerning will be set for new text entities. No- Kerning will not be set automatically. sketcher_dim_of_revolve i486_nt If this option is set all dimensions created by Intent Manager to _axis Axis of Revolution will be diameter dimensions. no, yes

Sketcher

no

Sketcher

no, yes

no

Sketcher

no, yes

yes

Sketcher

no, yes

yes

Sketcher

yes, no

no

Sketcher

yes, no

no

Sketcher

no, yes

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Category Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

Name sketcher_dim_of_revolve _axis sketcher_dimension_auto lock sketcher_dimension_auto lock sketcher_disp_constraint s sketcher_disp_constraint s sketcher_disp_dimension s sketcher_disp_dimension s sketcher_disp_grid sketcher_disp_grid sketcher_disp_vertices

Platform Description x86e_win64 If this option is set all dimensions created by Intent Manager to Axis of Revolution will be diameter dimensions. i486_nt Automatically lock strong sketcher dimensions. x86e_win64 Automatically lock strong sketcher dimensions. i486_nt Shows the constraints when sketching in Sketcher Mode; for example, H for horizontal, V for vertical, and so on. x86e_win64 Shows the constraints when sketching in Sketcher Mode; for example, H for horizontal, V for vertical, and so on. i486_nt No - Suppresses the display of all dimensions while in sketcher. x86e_win64 No - Suppresses the display of all dimensions while in sketcher.

Values no, yes no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no, yes yes no no yes yes yes yes no no yes yes yes yes yes

Default value

i486_nt Specify whether or not to display the sketcher grid. x86e_win64 Specify whether or not to display the sketcher grid. i486_nt No - Suppresses the display of yellow points on all vertices while in sketcher. sketcher_disp_vertices x86e_win64 No - Suppresses the display of yellow points on all vertices while in sketcher. sketcher_disp_weak_dim i486_nt Yes - weak dimensions will be displayed; No - weak dimensions ensions will not be displayed. sketcher_disp_weak_dim x86e_win64 Yes - weak dimensions will be displayed; No - weak dimensions ensions will not be displayed. sketcher_equal_length_c i486_nt Yes - equal length constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No onstr - equal length constraints will not be used by Intent Manager.

Sketcher

sketcher_equal_length_c x86e_win64 Yes - equal length constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No no, yes onstr - equal length constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. sketcher_equal_radii_con i486_nt str Yes - equal radii constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - no, yes equal radii constraints will not be used by Intent Manager.

yes

Sketcher

yes

Sketcher

sketcher_equal_radii_con x86e_win64 Yes - equal radii constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - no, yes str equal radii constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. sketcher_grid_angle i486_nt Enter a grid angle value to override the default grid angle value.

yes

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Category Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

Name sketcher_grid_angle sketcher_grid_line_quanti ty sketcher_grid_line_quanti ty sketcher_grid_radius_sp acing sketcher_grid_radius_sp acing sketcher_grid_type sketcher_grid_type sketcher_highlight_open_ ends

Platform Description x86e_win64 Enter a grid angle value to override the default grid angle value. i486_nt Enter number of radial lines for radial grid.

Values 0 12 12 1 1

Default value

x86e_win64 Enter number of radial lines for radial grid. Enter a radial grid spacing value to override the default radial grid spacing value. x86e_win64 Enter a radial grid spacing value to override the default radial grid spacing value. i486_nt Set grid type to be Cartesian or Polar. cartesian, polar x86e_win64 Set grid type to be Cartesian or Polar. cartesian, polar i486_nt Yes - Highlights open ends of sketched entities in Sketcher. No - no, yes Does not highlight open ends of sketched entities in Sketcher. i486_nt

cartesian cartesian yes

Sketcher

sketcher_highlight_open_ x86e_win64 Yes - Highlights open ends of sketched entities in Sketcher. No - no, yes ends Does not highlight open ends of sketched entities in Sketcher. sketcher_import_exact_g eom sketcher_import_exact_g eom sketcher_known_dim_on _ref_ent sketcher_known_dim_on _ref_ent sketcher_lineup_hor_con str i486_nt During import in sketcher use exact geometry. yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no, yes

yes

Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

yes yes yes yes yes

x86e_win64 During import in sketcher use exact geometry. i486_nt

Sketcher

Sketcher

Sketcher

YES - create known dimensions on known geometry, NO create reference dimensions on known geometry x86e_win64 YES - create known dimensions on known geometry, NO create reference dimensions on known geometry i486_nt Yes - line up horizontal constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - line up horizontal constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. sketcher_lineup_hor_con x86e_win64 Yes - line up horizontal constraints will be used by Intent str Manager; No - line up horizontal constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. sketcher_lineup_ver_con i486_nt Yes - line up vertical constraints will be used by Intent Manager; str No - line up vertical constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. sketcher_lineup_ver_con x86e_win64 Yes - line up vertical constraints will be used by Intent Manager; str No - line up vertical constraints will not be used by Intent Manager.

no, yes

yes

no, yes

yes

no, yes

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Category Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

Name Platform sketcher_lock_modified_ i486_nt dims sketcher_lock_modified_ x86e_win64 dims sketcher_midpoint_constr i486_nt

Description Yes - modified dimensions will be locked; No - modified dimensions will not be locked. Yes - modified dimensions will be locked; No - modified dimensions will not be locked. Yes - midpoint constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No midpoint constraints will not be used by Intent Manager.

Values yes, no yes, no no, yes no no yes

Default value

Sketcher

sketcher_midpoint_constr x86e_win64 Yes - midpoint constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No midpoint constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. sketcher_parallel_constr i486_nt sketcher_parallel_constr x86e_win64 sketcher_perpendicular_ i486_nt constr sketcher_perpendicular_ x86e_win64 constr sketcher_point_on_entity i486_nt _constr sketcher_point_on_entity x86e_win64 _constr sketcher_refit_after_dim_ modify sketcher_refit_after_dim_ modify sketcher_rel_accuracy sketcher_rel_accuracy sketcher_same_point_co nstr i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt Yes - parallel constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No parallel constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - parallel constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No parallel constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - perpendicular constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - perpendicular constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - perpendicular constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - perpendicular constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - point on entity constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - point on entity constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - point on entity constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - point on entity constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Refits section after dimension modification in 2D section or when creating the first feature. Refits section after dimension modification in 2D section or when creating the first feature. Enter a sketcher relative accuracy. Enter a sketcher relative accuracy. Yes - same points constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - same points constraints will not be used by Intent Manager.

no, yes

yes

Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

no, yes no, yes no, yes

yes yes yes

Sketcher

no, yes

yes

Sketcher

no, yes

yes

Sketcher

no, yes

yes

Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

yes, no yes, no

yes yes -1 -1 yes

no, yes

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Category Sketcher

Name Platform Description Values sketcher_same_point_co x86e_win64 Yes - same points constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No no, yes nstr - same points constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. This option controls whether section files should be saved with embedded image information which can be used to preview sections in File/Open dialog. sketcher_save_preview_i x86e_win64 This option controls whether section files should be saved with mage embedded image information which can be used to preview sections in File/Open dialog. sketcher_set_grid_metho i486_nt "Automatic" - grid spacing will be automatically set, "Manual" d grid spacing will be manually set. sketcher_set_grid_metho x86e_win64 "Automatic" - grid spacing will be automatically set, "Manual" d grid spacing will be manually set. sketcher_set_grid_x_maj i486_nt Enter the number of grid lines per major line in x axis. or sketcher_set_grid_x_maj x86e_win64 Enter the number of grid lines per major line in x axis. or sketcher_set_grid_x_spa i486_nt Enter an x-grid spacing value to override the default x-grid cing spacing value. sketcher_set_grid_x_spa x86e_win64 Enter an x-grid spacing value to override the default x-grid cing spacing value. sketcher_set_grid_y_maj i486_nt Enter the number of grid lines per major line in y axis. or sketcher_set_grid_y_maj x86e_win64 Enter the number of grid lines per major line in y axis. or sketcher_set_grid_y_spa i486_nt Enter a y-grid spacing value to override the default y-grid spacing cing value. sketcher_set_grid_y_spa x86e_win64 Enter a y-grid spacing value to override the default y-grid spacing cing value. sketcher_shade_closed_l i486_nt yes-closed loops in sketcher will be displayed as shaded, nooops closed loops in sketcher will not be displayed as shaded sketcher_shade_closed_l x86e_win64 yes-closed loops in sketcher will be displayed as shaded, nooops closed loops in sketcher will not be displayed as shaded sketcher_starts_in_2d i486_nt Defines initial model orientation in Sketcher mode. Yes - (2D orientation) Looking directly at section (sketching) plane. No (Orientation unchanged) Sketch directly on the 3D part. sketcher_save_preview_i i486_nt mage no, yes

Default value yes

Sketcher

no

Sketcher

no, yes

no

Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

dynamic, static dynamic, static

dynamic dynamic 5 5 1 1 5 5 1 1

no, yes no, yes yes, no

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Category Sketcher

Name sketcher_starts_in_2d

Platform Description x86e_win64 Defines initial model orientation in Sketcher mode. Yes - (2D orientation) Looking directly at section (sketching) plane. No (Orientation unchanged) Sketch directly on the 3D part.

Values yes, no no

Default value

Sketcher

sketcher_symmetric_con i486_nt str

Yes - symmetric constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - no, yes symmetric constraints will not be used by Intent Manager.

yes

Sketcher

sketcher_symmetric_con x86e_win64 Yes - symmetric constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - no, yes str symmetric constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. sketcher_tangent_constr i486_nt Yes - tangent constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No tangent constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. no, yes

yes

Sketcher

yes

Sketcher

sketcher_tangent_constr x86e_win64 Yes - tangent constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No tangent constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. sketcher_undo_reorient_ i486_nt view Controls the ability to Undo view reorientation while in Sketcher. Yes - it is possible to Undo view reorientation in Sketcher.

no, yes

yes

Sketcher

no, yes

no

Sketcher

sketcher_undo_reorient_ x86e_win64 Controls the ability to Undo view reorientation while in Sketcher. view Yes - it is possible to Undo view reorientation in Sketcher. sketcher_undo_stack_lim i486_nt it

no, yes

no

Sketcher

Sketcher

System System System System

Sketcher saves a copy of each function performed. The number of possible saved functions depend on the number specified in the option. The undo menu can be used to remove the stored functions. sketcher_undo_stack_lim x86e_win64 Sketcher saves a copy of each function performed. The number it of possible saved functions depend on the number specified in the option. The undo menu can be used to remove the stored functions. allow_float_opt_checkout i486_nt Yes - Allows checkout failure for floating modules. no, yes allow_float_opt_checkout x86e_win64 Yes - Allows checkout failure for floating modules. auto_traceback auto_traceback i486_nt When set to yes, traceback.log file will be generated when fatal error occurs. x86e_win64 When set to yes, traceback.log file will be generated when fatal error occurs. no, yes

200

200

no no

always, yes, ask, no, yes never always, yes, ask, no, yes never

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Category System

Name cmdmgr_trail_output

Platform i486_nt

System

cmdmgr_trail_output

x86e_win64

System System System System System

cpus_to_use cpus_to_use enable_tree_indep enable_tree_indep export_report_format

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

System

export_report_format

x86e_win64

System System System

general_undo_stack_limit i486_nt general_undo_stack_limit x86e_win64 overlays_enabled i486_nt

System

overlays_enabled

x86e_win64

System System System

pick_aperture_radius pick_aperture_radius protable_in_background

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Description Trail file and mapkey output will include system instructions that are independent of user interface configuration when available (typically menu bar and toolbar options). Trail file and mapkey output will include system instructions that are independent of user interface configuration when available (typically menu bar and toolbar options). Set up the number of threads including main thread Set up the number of threads including main thread Setup whether tree customization will allow separating the tree window from Creo Parametric window. Setup whether tree customization will allow separating the tree window from Creo Parametric window. Controls the format of the exported reports displayed in the embedded browser. Rich Text - Exports the report in Rich Text format, Comma Delimited - Exports the report in Comma Delimited format. Controls the format of the exported reports displayed in the embedded browser. Rich Text - Exports the report in Rich Text format, Comma Delimited - Exports the report in Comma Delimited format. Setup the default number of entries in the top level Undo/Redo (default = 50). Setup the default number of entries in the top level Undo/Redo (default = 50). Yes - Enables Creo Parametric screens and menus to be placed on different overlay layers of the hardware graphics card. This frees memory for Creo Parametric use. Yes - Enables Creo Parametric screens and menus to be placed on different overlay layers of the hardware graphics card. This frees memory for Creo Parametric use. Specifies the size of the area about the mouse when making selections. Units are 1/1000 of screen size. Specifies the size of the area about the mouse when making selections. Units are 1/1000 of screen size. Yes - Starts Pro/TABLE editor in the background. Reduces time between pressing a menu button that uses Pro/TABLE and entering the data.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

yes, no yes, no comma_delimited, rich_text

2 2 no no comma_delimited

comma_delimited, rich_text

comma_delimited

50 50 yes, no no

yes, no

no

7 7 no, yes yes

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Category System

System

System

System System System System System System System System System

System

System

System

System System

Platform Description x86e_win64 Yes - Starts Pro/TABLE editor in the background. Reduces time between pressing a menu button that uses Pro/TABLE and entering the data. Yes - Enables Creo Parametric popup helptext and menus to saveunders_enabled i486_nt retain the portion of the window they obscure to be used to restore the window image when they are dismissed. saveunders_enabled x86e_win64 Yes - Enables Creo Parametric popup helptext and menus to retain the portion of the window they obscure to be used to restore the window image when they are dismissed. set_trail_single_step i486_nt Yes - Enables a trail file to be single-stepped by entering . set_trail_single_step x86e_win64 Yes - Enables a trail file to be single-stepped by entering . tablet_device_name i486_nt Specifies the name of a digitizing tablet. tablet_device_name x86e_win64 Specifies the name of a digitizing tablet. trail_delay i486_nt Sets a delay in seconds between trail file steps. trail_delay x86e_win64 Sets a delay in seconds between trail file steps. trail_dir i486_nt Instructs Creo Parametric to create its trail file in the specified directory rather than in the startup directory. trail_dir x86e_win64 Instructs Creo Parametric to create its trail file in the specified directory rather than in the startup directory. train_file_path i486_nt Specifies the default directory for training files. The path name must start from the root of the directory, for example, /home/users/library/training. train_file_path x86e_win64 Specifies the default directory for training files. The path name must start from the root of the directory, for example, /home/users/library/training. Use MS-Windows software OpenGL. In some cases this may use_software_opengl i486_nt avoid graphics card specific problems at the expense of performance. use_software_opengl x86e_win64 Use MS-Windows software OpenGL. In some cases this may avoid graphics card specific problems at the expense of performance. web_browser_history_da i486_nt Enter number of days to store history records. ys web_browser_history_da x86e_win64 Enter number of days to store history records. ys

Name protable_in_background

Values no, yes yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no yes, no

no no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

20 20

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Category System

Name Platform web_browser_homepage i486_nt

Description Enter location of Creo Parametric browser home page.

Values

Default value <creo_loadpoint>\help\usascii \resource_center_index.html <creo_loadpoint>\help\usascii \resource_center_index.html no

System

web_browser_homepage x86e_win64 Enter location of Creo Parametric browser home page.

System

web_browser_in_separat i486_nt e_window

System

web_browser_in_separat e_window

System

windows_browser_type

System

windows_browser_type

User Interface

ae_propagate_detail_dep endency ae_propagate_detail_dep endency af_copy_references_flag af_copy_references_flag allow_confirm_window

User Interface

User Interface User Interface User Interface

Specifies whether Creo Parametrics web browser should be yes, no launched as a separatewindow.When set to Yes the browser will be displayed as a separate window. The default, No, will result in the browser being embedded in the Creo Parametric application window x86e_win64 Specifies whether Creo Parametrics web browser should be yes, no launched as a separatewindow.When set to Yes the browser will be displayed as a separate window. The default, No, will result in the browser being embedded in the Creo Parametric application window i486_nt Select the type of embedded browser to use. ie_in_process, ie_in_sep_process, mozilla_based_brows er x86e_win64 Select the type of embedded browser to use. ie_in_process, ie_in_sep_process, mozilla_based_brows er i486_nt Sets the AE detail dependency for AE's that are locally dependent, propagated. If set to independent, the AE's parameter call outs independent will update to other propagated AEs parameters. x86e_win64 Sets the AE detail dependency for AE's that are locally dependent, propagated. If set to independent, the AE's parameter call outs independent will update to other propagated AEs parameters. i486_nt Toggle display of Copy References column in Annotation Feature no, yes definition dialog x86e_win64 Toggle display of Copy References column in Annotation Feature no, yes definition dialog i486_nt Display a confirmation window when exiting Creo Parametric. yes, no This enables you to use the mouse to confirm/cancel exiting Creo Parametric.

no

ie_in_process

ie_in_process

dependent

dependent

no no yes

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Category User Interface

User Interface

User Interface

User Interface

User Interface

User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface

Platform Description x86e_win64 Display a confirmation window when exiting Creo Parametric. This enables you to use the mouse to confirm/cancel exiting Creo Parametric. Define path and file name of external file used to define auto_ae_param_file i486_nt parameters that are automatically created in all Annotation Elements. auto_ae_param_file x86e_win64 Define path and file name of external file used to define parameters that are automatically created in all Annotation Elements. auto_include_annot_plan i486_nt Control the default setting of the check box in the Propagate e annotation dialog box which controls whether to pass all annotations plane references. auto_include_annot_plan x86e_win64 Control the default setting of the check box in the Propagate e annotation dialog box which controls whether to pass all annotations plane references. auto_propagate_ae i486_nt Yes - causes the automatic, local propagation of AE's after a supported feature has been created. auto_propagate_ae x86e_win64 Yes - causes the automatic, local propagation of AE's after a supported feature has been created. auxapp_popup_menu_inf i486_nt Enable display of popup menu info in the trail file. o auxapp_popup_menu_inf x86e_win64 Enable display of popup menu info in the trail file. o bm_graph_tool i486_nt BMX graph tool

Name allow_confirm_window

Values yes, no yes

Default value

no, yes

yes

no, yes

yes

no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no

no no no no

default, excel_linked, default excel_embedded default, excel_linked, default excel_embedded

User Interface

bm_graph_tool

x86e_win64 BMX graph tool

User Interface User Interface User Interface

bmgr_pref_file bmgr_pref_file button_name_in_help

i486_nt Specifies the location of the Graph Tool preference file. x86e_win64 Specifies the location of the Graph Tool preference file. i486_nt Yes - The name and menu of any selected menu option displays, yes, no in English, in the help text associated with that button. x86e_win64 Yes - The name and menu of any selected menu option displays, yes, no in English, in the help text associated with that button.

no

User Interface

button_name_in_help

no

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Category User Interface

Name default_font

Platform i486_nt

Description Sets font for text other than menu bar, menus and their children, and pop-up menus and help. Add comma-delimited variables in any order (italic bold, 24, times or 24, times, italic bold have the same effect). Any omitted variable uses standard setting.

Values

Default value

User Interface

default_font

x86e_win64 Sets font for text other than menu bar, menus and their children, and pop-up menus and help. Add comma-delimited variables in any order (italic bold, 24, times or 24, times, italic bold have the same effect). Any omitted variable uses standard setting. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt Specifies the language in which the dialog display when running non-English version of Creo Parametric. Specifies the language in which the dialog display when running non-English version of Creo Parametric. Allows a user to preset the server policy that is to be used when Apply Policy command is utilized. Allows a user to preset the server policy that is to be used when Apply Policy command is utilized. Controls pop-up help in dialog boxes. Yes - Help enabled. No Help disabled. Controls pop-up help in dialog boxes. Yes - Help enabled. No Help disabled. Determines the relative size of the text in menus and dialog boxes. You must restart Creo Parametric for the change to take effect. Determines the relative size of the text in menus and dialog boxes. You must restart Creo Parametric for the change to take effect. Specifies the language in which the short help messages display when running non-English versions of Creo Parametric. Yes Display in native language. No - Display in English. yes, no yes, no yes yes

User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface

dialog_translation dialog_translation drm_policy_server drm_policy_server enable_popup_help enable_popup_help fonts_size

yes, no yes, no small, medium, large

yes yes

User Interface

fonts_size

x86e_win64

small, medium, large

User Interface

help_translation

i486_nt

yes, no

yes

User Interface

help_translation

x86e_win64 Specifies the language in which the short help messages display yes, no when running non-English versions of Creo Parametric. Yes Display in native language. No - Display in English.

yes

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Category User Interface

Name iconify_entire_pro

User Interface

iconify_entire_pro

User Interface

initial_drm_warning

Description Values Determines how many other Creo Parametric windows/menus no, yes are iconified when one window is iconified. Yes - All the windows and menus are iconified. No - Only the selected window is iconified. x86e_win64 Determines how many other Creo Parametric windows/menus no, yes are iconified when one window is iconified. Yes - All the windows and menus are iconified. No - Only the selected window is iconified. i486_nt Warns the user that they are initiating a DRM session.When set yes, no to "no", this warning dialog will be skipped. x86e_win64 Warns the user that they are initiating a DRM session.When set to "no", this warning dialog will be skipped. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt On - Enables use of abbreviations when entering menu commands from the keyboard. On - Enables use of abbreviations when entering menu commands from the keyboard. Provides the ability to select locations in the graphics area via the keyboard.Yes - Selection in the graphics area may be performed via the keyboard.No - Selection in the graphics area requires a mouse. Provides the ability to select locations in the graphics area via the keyboard.Yes - Selection in the graphics area may be performed via the keyboard.No - Selection in the graphics area requires a mouse. Enables the loading of the UI customization file (.ui) if located in the run directory Enables the loading of the UI customization file (.ui) if located in the run directory Specifies the Model Tree configuration file to be loaded when Creo Parametric is started. Specifies the Model Tree configuration file to be loaded when Creo Parametric is started. yes, no

Platform i486_nt

Default value yes

yes

yes

User Interface

initial_drm_warning

yes

User Interface User Interface User Interface

kbd_cmd_abbreviation kbd_cmd_abbreviation kbd_selection

on, off on, off no, yes

off off no

User Interface

kbd_selection

x86e_win64

no, yes

no

User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface

load_ui_customization_ru i486_nt n_dir load_ui_customization_ru x86e_win64 n_dir mdl_tree_cfg_file i486_nt mdl_tree_cfg_file x86e_win64

no, yes no, yes

no no

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Category User Interface

Name menu_font

Platform i486_nt

Description Specify font used in the Creo Parametric menu bar, menus, and all their children. Specify the comma-delimited variables in any order (italic bold, 24, times or 24, times, italic bold have the same effect). Any omitted variable uses the standard setting.

Values

Default value

User Interface

menu_font

x86e_win64 Specify font used in the Creo Parametric menu bar, menus, and all their children. Specify the comma-delimited variables in any order (italic bold, 24, times or 24, times, italic bold have the same effect). Any omitted variable uses the standard setting. Controls the position of the Menu Manager.outside - Top left outside, inside, corner of Menu Manager is aligned to top right corner of window, adaptive inside - Top right corner of Menu Manager is aligned to top right corner of graphics area,adaptive - Menu Manager is positioned outside if there is enough room, otherwise it is positioned inside. adaptive

User Interface

menu_manager_position i486_nt

User Interface

menu_manager_position x86e_win64 Controls the position of the Menu Manager.outside - Top left outside, inside, corner of Menu Manager is aligned to top right corner of window, adaptive inside - Top right corner of Menu Manager is aligned to top right corner of graphics area,adaptive - Menu Manager is positioned outside if there is enough room, otherwise it is positioned inside. menu_mapper_location Specify your own URL for the Menu Mapper button in the help menu. menu_mapper_location x86e_win64 Specify your own URL for the Menu Mapper button in the help menu. menu_translation i486_nt Specifies the language in which the menus display when running non-English version of Creo Parametric. menu_translation x86e_win64 Specifies the language in which the menus display when running non-English version of Creo Parametric. modeltree_show_gen_of i486_nt Determines whether the generic name is displayed as an _instance extension of the instance name in the model tree and other model name lists. modeltree_show_gen_of x86e_win64 Determines whether the generic name is displayed as an _instance extension of the instance name in the model tree and other model name lists. msg_translation i486_nt Specifies language in which Messages are displayed when running non-English version of Creo Parametric. i486_nt

adaptive

User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface

yes, no, both yes, no, both yes, no

yes yes yes

User Interface

yes, no

yes

User Interface

yes, no

yes

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Category User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specifies language in which Messages are displayed when running non-English version of Creo Parametric. native_kbd_macros i486_nt Specifies support of keyboard macros written in native language (for example, German). native_kbd_macros x86e_win64 Specifies support of keyboard macros written in native language (for example, German). new_parameter_ui i486_nt Enable the new parameter editor and user interface. new_parameter_ui x86e_win64 Enable the new parameter editor and user interface. new_relation_ui i486_nt Enable the new relations editor and user interface. new_relation_ui x86e_win64 Enable the new relations editor and user interface. online_resources_locatio i486_nt Specify your own URL for the Online Resources button in the n help menu. online_resources_locatio x86e_win64 Specify your own URL for the Online Resources button in the n help menu. param_dec_places i486_nt Sets the number of decimal places (0-14) to display in parameters. param_dec_places x86e_win64 Sets the number of decimal places (0-14) to display in parameters. parameter_dialog_setup_ i486_nt Setup for the parameter dialog configuration file. file parameter_dialog_setup_ x86e_win64 Setup for the parameter dialog configuration file. file part_table_editor i486_nt Sets the editor that is used to edit notebook parameter tables. Protab - Use Pro/TABLE. Editor - Use the system editor (refer to pro_editor_command). part_table_editor

Name msg_translation

Values yes, no no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes no no yes yes yes yes

Default value

6 6

protab, editor, excel

User Interface

x86e_win64 Sets the editor that is used to edit notebook parameter tables. protab, editor, excel Protab - Use Pro/TABLE. Editor - Use the system editor (refer to pro_editor_command). i486_nt Determines whether relations of pattern leader are inherited by yes, no pattern members. x86e_win64 Determines whether relations of pattern leader are inherited by yes, no pattern members. i486_nt Specify font used in the Creo Parametric pop-up help. Add the comma-delimited variables in any order (italic bold, 24, times or 24, times, italic bold have the same effect). Any omitted variable uses the standard setting. yes yes

User Interface User Interface User Interface

pattern_relations_copy pattern_relations_copy popuphelp_font

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Category User Interface

Name popuphelp_font

User Interface

pro_editor_command

User Interface

pro_editor_command

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specify font used in the Creo Parametric pop-up help. Add the comma-delimited variables in any order (italic bold, 24, times or 24, times, italic bold have the same effect). Any omitted variable uses the standard setting. i486_nt Enables use of an editor other than the system editor when the option editor has been specified as the value for the options part_table_editor or relation_file_editor. x86e_win64 Enables use of an editor other than the system editor when the option editor has been specified as the value for the options part_table_editor or relation_file_editor. i486_nt yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes yes, no

Values

Default value

User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface

prompt_on_exit

Determines if you are prompted to save objects when exiting a Creo Parametric session. prompt_on_exit x86e_win64 Determines if you are prompted to save objects when exiting a Creo Parametric session. propagate_inactive_anno i486_nt Yes - causes the propagation of inactive annotation. tation propagate_inactive_anno x86e_win64 Yes - causes the propagation of inactive annotation. tation provide_pick_message_a i486_nt No - A message describing the (pre)selected item is provided lways only while querying. Yes - A message describing the selected item is provided in all cases (i.e. even when Query is not used). provide_pick_message_a x86e_win64 No - A message describing the (pre)selected item is provided lways only while querying. Yes - A message describing the selected item is provided in all cases (i.e. even when Query is not used). relation_file_editor relation_file_editor reserved_menu_space i486_nt Sets the editor used to edit relations. x86e_win64 Sets the editor used to edit relations. i486_nt Reserves space for extra menus to the right of the Creo Parametric window (0.0-4.0). This option overrides windows_scale. reserved_menu_space x86e_win64 Reserves space for extra menus to the right of the Creo Parametric window (0.0-4.0). This option overrides windows_scale. right_mouse_button_pop i486_nt Specify whether or not the right mouse button pop up menu is up available or not.

no no yes yes no

User Interface

yes, no

no

User Interface User Interface User Interface

protab, editor protab, editor

editor editor 1

User Interface

User Interface

yes, no

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Category User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface

Name right_mouse_button_pop up selection_dragger_displa y_max selection_dragger_displa y_max set_menu_width

Platform Description Values x86e_win64 Specify whether or not the right mouse button pop up menu is yes, no available or not. i486_nt Threshold for the number of simultaneously selected items to not display draggers. x86e_win64 Threshold for the number of simultaneously selected items to not display draggers. i486_nt Determines width of menu manager panels. Default value is equivalent to 8 character widths. Acceptable range is from 8 to 20. Values lower than 8 and higher than 20 are ignored. x86e_win64 Determines width of menu manager panels. Default value is equivalent to 8 character widths. Acceptable range is from 8 to 20. Values lower than 8 and higher than 20 are ignored. i486_nt

Default value yes 100 100 -1

User Interface

set_menu_width

-1

User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface

summary_help

Refers to the one-line help Messages that are either displayed or yes, no not displayed. summary_help x86e_win64 Refers to the one-line help Messages that are either displayed or yes, no not displayed. suppress_dlg_license_ex i486_nt Suppresses "License expired: List of options and expiration pired days" dialog suppress_dlg_license_ex x86e_win64 Suppresses "License expired: List of options and expiration pired days" dialog suppress_license_loss_di i486_nt Yes - Suppresses the 'Regained Floating License' dialog box. No yes, no alog - The 'Regained Floating License' dialog box will display. suppress_license_loss_di x86e_win64 Yes - Suppresses the 'Regained Floating License' dialog box. No yes, no alog - The 'Regained Floating License' dialog box will display. terminal_command i486_nt Specifies the full path to the terminal emulator command (the command that starts shell windows). Use the command for your system. Enter the complete path name and the terminal command. x86e_win64 Specifies the full path to the terminal emulator command (the command that starts shell windows). Use the command for your system. Enter the complete path name and the terminal command.

no no 7 7 no

User Interface

no

User Interface

User Interface

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Category User Interface

Name thermo_position_hint

User Interface

thermo_position_hint

User Interface

visible_mapkeys

Description Enables you to position the thermometer-type scales whenever they appear, so that they do not overlap the Creo Parametric windows (if space permits, for example, if windows have been scaled). x86e_win64 Enables you to position the thermometer-type scales whenever they appear, so that they do not overlap the Creo Parametric windows (if space permits, for example, if windows have been scaled). i486_nt No - Mapkeys will run without displaying picks being made in the Menu Manager menus. This does not affect the display of picks being made in menu bar menus or dialog boxes.

Platform i486_nt

Values Default value no_window_overlap, window_overlap window_overlap

no_window_overlap, window_overlap window_overlap

no, yes

no

User Interface

visible_mapkeys

x86e_win64 No - Mapkeys will run without displaying picks being made in the no, yes Menu Manager menus. This does not affect the display of picks being made in menu bar menus or dialog boxes. i486_nt Sets the default number of visible message lines in the Creo Parametric message area. x86e_win64 Sets the default number of visible message lines in the Creo Parametric message area. i486_nt Scales Creo Parametric windows with a given coefficient. A value of 0.85 is usually adequate to allow dynamic menus to display to the right of the Creo Parametric window. x86e_win64 Scales Creo Parametric windows with a given coefficient. A value of 0.85 is usually adequate to allow dynamic menus to display to the right of the Creo Parametric window. i486_nt Yes - System includes welds when calculating mass properties yes, no and approximates lightweight weld mass properties. No - System excludes welds when calculating mass properties. x86e_win64 Yes - System includes welds when calculating mass properties yes, no and approximates lightweight weld mass properties. No - System excludes welds when calculating mass properties. Specifies the directory to search when a weld parameter file is needed. x86e_win64 Specifies the directory to search when a weld parameter file is needed. i486_nt

no

User Interface User Interface User Interface

visible_message_lines visible_message_lines windows_scale

2 2 1

User Interface

windows_scale

Weld

add_weld_mp

no

Weld

add_weld_mp

no

Weld Weld

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Category Weld

Name weld_ask_xsec_refs

Platform i486_nt

Weld

weld_ask_xsec_refs

x86e_win64

Weld

weld_color

i486_nt

Weld

weld_color

x86e_win64

Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld

weld_dec_places weld_dec_places weld_edge_prep_driven_ by weld_edge_prep_driven_ by weld_edge_prep_groove _angle weld_edge_prep_groove _angle weld_edge_prep_groove _depth weld_edge_prep_groove _depth weld_edge_prep_instanc e

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Description No - Do not ask for X-section references when creating weld features. Yes - Ask for X-section references when creating weld features. No - Do not ask for X-section references when creating weld features. Yes - Ask for X-section references when creating weld features. Defines default weld color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using Tools>Colors>System. Defines default weld color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using Tools>Colors>System. Sets the default number of decimal places (0-10) to display in weld parameters. Sets the default number of decimal places (0-10) to display in weld parameters. Determines if the edge preparation feature is created in the part or theassembly level. Determines if the edge preparation feature is created in the part or theassembly level. Specifies an initial default value for the angle cut edge preparation. Specifies an initial default value for the angle cut edge preparation. Specifies an initial default value for the edge preparation depth.

Values no, yes no

Default value

no, yes

no

3 3 part, assembly part, assembly part part 45 45 0.25 0.25 yes, no

x86e_win64 Specifies an initial default value for the edge preparation depth. i486_nt

Weld

Controls whether a family table instance is created for edge preparation. Yes - Instances of the components that receive edge preparation are created. weld_edge_prep_instanc x86e_win64 Controls whether a family table instance is created for edge e preparation. Yes - Instances of the components that receive edge preparation are created.

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Category Weld

Weld

Weld Weld Weld

Description Values Specifies the suffix name for the instance that will be created during edge preparation. Part name plus extension makes the instance name. weld_edge_prep_name_ x86e_win64 Specifies the suffix name for the instance that will be created during edge preparation. Part name plus extension makes the suffix instance name. weld_edge_prep_root_op i486_nt Specifies an initial default value for the root opening edge en preparation. weld_edge_prep_root_op x86e_win64 Specifies an initial default value for the root opening edge en preparation. weld_edge_prep_visibility i486_nt Applies only if weld_edge_prep is set to Yes. Generic - Edge generic, instance preparation features are resumed in the generic and suppressed in the instance. Instance - Edge preparation features are suppressed in the generic and resumed in the instance. weld_edge_prep_visibility x86e_win64 Applies only if weld_edge_prep is set to Yes. Generic - Edge generic, instance preparation features are resumed in the generic and suppressed in the instance. Instance - Edge preparation features are suppressed in the generic and resumed in the instance. weld_geom_type_default i486_nt Sets the default weld geometry type. surface, light surface, light

Name Platform weld_edge_prep_name_ i486_nt suffix

Default value _noep

_noep

0.25 0.25

Weld

Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld

surface surface 0.1 0.1 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 ansi

weld_geom_type_default x86e_win64 Sets the default weld geometry type. weld_notch_corner_radiu s weld_notch_corner_radiu s weld_notch_height weld_notch_height weld_notch_radius weld_notch_radius weld_notch_width weld_notch_width weld_ui_standard i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt Specifies an initial default value for the radius at weld notch corner. Specifies an initial default value for the radius at weld notch corner. Specifies an initial default value for the weld notch height. Specifies an initial default value for the weld notch height. Specifies an initial default value for the weld notch radius. Specifies an initial default value for the weld notch radius. Specifies an initial default value for the weld notch width. Specifies an initial default value for the weld notch width. Specifies standard for welding user interface. ANSI - Use ANSI standards. ISO - Use ISO standards.

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Without category

Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category

Without category

Without category

Without category

Without category

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specifies standard for welding user interface. ANSI - Use ANSI standards. ISO - Use ISO standards. accessory_window_displ i486_nt Docked - Displays the accessory window embedded in the active window. Undocked - Displays the accessory window as a ay standalone window. accessory_window_displ x86e_win64 Docked - Displays the accessory window embedded in the active ay window. Undocked - Displays the accessory window as a standalone window. acis_out_version i486_nt Allows the user to choose ACIS export version. acis_out_version x86e_win64 Allows the user to choose ACIS export version. advanced_style_surface_ i486_nt Use advanced options by default for Surface Edit in Style. edit advanced_style_surface_ x86e_win64 Use advanced options by default for Surface Edit in Style. edit aec_parameter_file i486_nt Specifies the file name of the user defined piping parameter codes. aec_parameter_file x86e_win64 Specifies the file name of the user defined piping parameter codes. allow_delete_many_in_dr i486_nt Make the Delete Many command available in drawing mode. The awings Delete Many command is not supported by undo but can improve performance when deleting a significant number of items. allow_delete_many_in_dr x86e_win64 Make the Delete Many command available in drawing mode. The awings Delete Many command is not supported by undo but can improve performance when deleting a significant number of items. allow_ref_scope_change i486_nt No - Displays the message "Reference scope changes are prohibited by the configuration file settings" when the Ref Scope user interface is changed. allow_ref_scope_change x86e_win64 No - Displays the message "Reference scope changes are prohibited by the configuration file settings" when the Ref Scope user interface is changed. allow_workpiece_silhouet i486_nt Determines if the workpiece is allowed for Silhouette Mach te Window creation. NO - only reference part is allowed; YES - both workpiece and reference part are allowed; AUTO - only workpiece is allowed.

Name weld_ui_standard

Values iso, ansi undocked, docked

Default value ansi docked

undocked, docked

docked

4, 5 4, 5 yes, no yes, no

5 5 no no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no, auto

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Without category Without category Without category

Name Platform Description Values allow_workpiece_silhouet x86e_win64 Determines if the workpiece is allowed for Silhouette Mach yes, no, auto te Window creation. NO - only reference part is allowed; YES - both workpiece and reference part are allowed; AUTO - only workpiece is allowed. animation_imported_pbk i486_nt Sets the default directory for the playback files to be used for _dir Imported Animation. animation_imported_pbk x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the playback files to be used for _dir Imported Animation. arc_radius_limit i486_nt Sets the upper limit for a radius in a CIRCLE statement of NCL file. The value must be positive. If not, 10*part_size is used. arc_radius_limit x86e_win64 Sets the upper limit for a radius in a CIRCLE statement of NCL file. The value must be positive. If not, 10*part_size is used. i486_nt Show the both required and optional owners to be designated. yes, no yes, no

Default value no

-1

Without category

-1

Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category

ask_designate_owners ask_designate_owners atb_search_path

yes yes

x86e_win64 Show the both required and optional owners to be designated. i486_nt

Extends search path for ATB Update and ATB Check Status commands. atb_search_path x86e_win64 Extends search path for ATB Update and ATB Check Status commands. attach_menumanager i486_nt Setup menu manager attachment to the main Creo Parametric window. attach_menumanager x86e_win64 Setup menu manager attachment to the main Creo Parametric window. auto_show_3d_detail_ite i486_nt When set to yes, AEs parallel to the view will be displayed while ms creating a new view. auto_show_3d_detail_ite x86e_win64 When set to yes, AEs parallel to the view will be displayed while ms creating a new view. bmx_param_restrictions i486_nt bmx_param_restrictions boeing_extract_bundle boeing_extract_bundle x86e_win64 i486_nt Yes - Uses the extract bundle algorithm. No - Does not use the extract bundle algorithm. x86e_win64 Yes - Uses the extract bundle algorithm. No - Does not use the extract bundle algorithm.

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

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Description Yes - updates UDF internal keys upon group's retrieval. No skips keys update. check_udf_int_key x86e_win64 Yes - updates UDF internal keys upon group's retrieval. No skips keys update. collect_dims_in_active_la i486_nt This config options allows dimensions to be collected on the yer active layer. collect_dims_in_active_la x86e_win64 This config options allows dimensions to be collected on the yer active layer. combined_views_customi i486_nt Enable / Disable combined views customization. zation combined_views_customi x86e_win64 Enable / Disable combined views customization. zation comp_assemble_with_int i486_nt Settings for assembling component with interface(s). erface comp_assemble_with_int x86e_win64 Settings for assembling component with interface(s). erface comp_interface_placeme i486_nt nt

Name check_udf_int_key

Platform i486_nt

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no default_multi, default_single, from_list, none default_multi, default_single, from_list, none yes yes yes yes yes yes

Default value

default_multi

Without category

default_multi

Without category

Sets the default interface placement type. Interface to geometry - interface_to_interface interface_to_interface place the component using component interfaces and assembly , interface_to_geom geometry. Interface to Interface - place the component using assembly and component interfaces.

Without category

comp_interface_placeme x86e_win64 Sets the default interface placement type. Interface to geometry - interface_to_interface interface_to_interface nt place the component using component interfaces and assembly , interface_to_geom geometry. Interface to Interface - place the component using assembly and component interfaces. comp_normal_offset_eps i486_nt Specifies the angle epsilon such that if the desired surfaces are equal or less than the epsilon (in degrees), then a normal constraint will be created. comp_normal_offset_eps x86e_win64 Specifies the angle epsilon such that if the desired surfaces are equal or less than the epsilon (in degrees), then a normal constraint will be created. comp_snap_angle_tolera i486_nt Specify the angle tolerance for snapping while freeform dragging nce components. Default value is 30.0 degrees. 10

Without category

Without category

10

Without category

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Without category

Without category

Name Platform Description Values comp_snap_angle_tolera x86e_win64 Specify the angle tolerance for snapping while freeform dragging nce components. Default value is 30.0 degrees. comp_snap_dist_toleranc i486_nt Specify the distance tolerance for snapping while freeform dragging components.Default value is 0.1 (relative to size of e component being assembled). comp_snap_dist_toleranc x86e_win64 Specify the distance tolerance for snapping while freeform e dragging components.Default value is 0.1 (relative to size of component being assembled). constraint_reference_red i486_nt keep_constraint_type efine , reset_constraint_type constraint_reference_red x86e_win64 efine

Default value 30 0.1

0.1

keep_constraint_type

Without category

keep_constraint_type keep_constraint_type , reset_constraint_type 0 0 no no 0.001

Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category

Without category

Without category Without category Without category Without category

Sets the maximum allowable gap between weld contact surfaces. contact_surfaces_gap x86e_win64 Sets the maximum allowable gap between weld contact surfaces. convert_to_wf3_replace i486_nt Convert to Wildfire3 replace functionality. yes, no convert_to_wf3_replace x86e_win64 Convert to Wildfire3 replace functionality. yes, no cosmetic_thread_match_ i486_nt Sets the tolerance, which is used in the analysis to match tolerance standard thread type and standard radius, to the selected thread surface. cosmetic_thread_match_ x86e_win64 Sets the tolerance, which is used in the analysis to match tolerance standard thread type and standard radius, to the selected thread surface. data_sharing_gen_notific i486_nt off, on ation data_sharing_gen_notific x86e_win64 off, on ation default_comp_geom_sco i486_nt Set thespecified Shared Geometry reference control conditions all, pg, none pe to newly added components. default_comp_geom_sco x86e_win64 Set thespecified Shared Geometry reference control conditions all, pg, none pe to newly added components.

contact_surfaces_gap

i486_nt

0.001

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Name Platform default_comp_invalid_ref i486_nt s default_comp_invalid_ref x86e_win64 s default_comp_scope_sett i486_nt ing

Description Set the specified handling method of out-of-scope Accessible references to newly added components. Set the specified handling method of out-of-scope Accessible references to newly added components. Set the specified Accessible reference control conditions to newly added components.

Values copy, prohibit copy, prohibit all, none, subassemblies, skeleton_model all, none, subassemblies, skeleton_model all, pg, none all, pg, none all, none, subassemblies, skeleton_model

Default value copy copy all

Without category

default_comp_scope_sett x86e_win64 Set the specified Accessible reference control conditions to ing newly added components. default_comp_skel_geom i486_nt _scope default_comp_skel_geom x86e_win64 _scope default_comp_skel_scop i486_nt e_setting Set the specified Shared Geometry reference control conditions to newly added Skeleton components. Set the specified Shared Geometry reference control conditions to newly added Skeleton components. Set the specified Accessible reference control conditions to newly added Skeleton components.

all

Without category Without category Without category

all all all

Without category

default_comp_skel_scop x86e_win64 Set the specified Accessible reference control conditions to e_setting newly added Skeleton components.

Without category

Without category

Without category Without category Without category

all, none, subassemblies, skeleton_model default_ext_ref_scope i486_nt Set default scope for externally referenced models. All - Any all, none, model. None - Only current model and children. Skeletons - Any subassemblies, component in model's assembly and higher skeletons on branch. skeleton_model Subassembly - Only components and children in model's assembly. default_ext_ref_scope x86e_win64 Set default scope for externally referenced models. All - Any all, none, model. None - Only current model and children. Skeletons - Any subassemblies, component in model's assembly and higher skeletons on branch. skeleton_model Subassembly - Only components and children in model's assembly. default_geom_analysis_t i486_nt Default save type for geometry analysis. quick, saved, feature ype default_geom_analysis_t x86e_win64 Default save type for geometry analysis. quick, saved, feature ype default_geom_scope i486_nt Default value for Geometry Scope allowed for referencing. all, pg_if_exists, pg_only

all

all

all

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Category Without category Without category

Name default_geom_scope

Platform Description x86e_win64 Default value for Geometry Scope allowed for referencing.

Values all, pg_if_exists, pg_only

Default value all all

default_obj_constraints_s i486_nt cope

Set the specified Shared Placement reference control conditions all, interfaces, none to newly created models if template models were not used.

Without category

default_obj_constraints_s x86e_win64 Set the specified Shared Placement reference control conditions all, interfaces, none cope to newly created models if template models were not used. default_object_geom_sco i486_nt pe Set the specified Shared Geometry reference control conditions to newly created models if template models were not used. all, pg, none

all

Without category

all

Without category

default_object_geom_sco x86e_win64 Set the specified Shared Geometry reference control conditions pe to newly created models if template models were not used. default_object_invalid_ref i486_nt s

all, pg, none

all

Without category

Without category

Without category

Sets default condition for reference handling. Prohibit - System copy, prohibit will abort all attempts to create ext. reference that violates scope. Copy - System will issue warning upon all attempts to create ext. reference that violates scope. default_object_invalid_ref x86e_win64 Sets default condition for reference handling. Prohibit - System copy, prohibit s will abort all attempts to create ext. reference that violates scope. Copy - System will issue warning upon all attempts to create ext. reference that violates scope. default_object_scope_set i486_nt Set default condition for reference control. All - Any model. None - all, none, ting Only current model and children. Skeletons - Any component in subassemblies, model's assembly ang higher skeletons on branch. Subassembly skeleton_model - Only components and children in model's assembly. default_object_scope_set x86e_win64 Set default condition for reference control. All - Any model. None - all, none, Only current model and children. Skeletons - Any component in subassemblies, ting model's assembly ang higher skeletons on branch. Subassembly skeleton_model - Only components and children in model's assembly. default_placement_scope i486_nt Default value for Component Placement Reference filter. all, intrf_if_exists, intrf_only all, intrf_if_exists, intrf_only

copy

copy

all

Without category

all

Without category Without category

all all

default_placement_scope x86e_win64 Default value for Component Placement Reference filter.

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Name Platform designate_model_item_p i486_nt arams designate_model_item_p x86e_win64 arams disp_in_open_rep_create i486_nt

Description When an object is designated, all parameters belonging to that object will be automatically designated as well. When an object is designated, all parameters belonging to that object will be automatically designated as well. Simplified Rep to display initially in Open Rep Create: "No" for none, "Yes" for graphics rep, or "Default Rep" to display the rep indicated by option "open_simplified_rep_by_default".

Values yes, no yes, no yes, default rep, no no no no

Default value

Without category

disp_in_open_rep_create x86e_win64 Simplified Rep to display initially in Open Rep Create: "No" for none, "Yes" for graphics rep, or "Default Rep" to display the rep indicated by option "open_simplified_rep_by_default". display_all_dims display_all_dims display_ie8_warning_dial og display_ie8_warning_dial og display_pdm_server_quic k_view display_pdm_server_quic k_view display_popup_viewer i486_nt Controls the display of dimensions during dynamic edit. x86e_win64 Controls the display of dimensions during dynamic edit. i486_nt Show/Hide the warning dialog related to Internet Explorer 8 running in Compatibility Mode x86e_win64 Show/Hide the warning dialog related to Internet Explorer 8 running in Compatibility Mode i486_nt Yes - display summary view of PDM information for items in session. It applies to ProductPoint only. x86e_win64 Yes - display summary view of PDM information for items in session. It applies to ProductPoint only. i486_nt No- disable popup viewer, File_Open_Only: display popup viewer only in the file open dialog, Yes: display popup viewer in file open dialog, model tree and in Server Quick View dialog

yes, default rep, no

no

Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no, file_open_only

yes yes yes yes yes yes file_open_only

Without category

display_popup_viewer

x86e_win64 No- disable popup viewer, File_Open_Only: display popup viewer yes, no, only in the file open dialog, Yes: display popup viewer in file open file_open_only dialog, model tree and in Server Quick View dialog i486_nt Controls the display of sketch dimensions during dynamic edit. yes, no yes, no yes, no

file_open_only

Without category Without category Without category

display_sketch_dims display_sketch_dims

yes yes yes

x86e_win64 Controls the display of sketch dimensions during dynamic edit.

dm_enable_simple_impo i486_nt rt_export

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Without category

Without category

Without category

Without category

Without category

Without category Without category Without category

Without category

Without category

Name Platform Description dm_enable_simple_impo x86e_win64 rt_export dm_nc_process i486_nt Sets output of NC process information as content on the NC Assembly CAD Document in XML Format. Yes- Outputs the file whenever CAD Document is Saved. No - Does not output the file. dm_nc_process x86e_win64 Sets output of NC process information as content on the NC Assembly CAD Document in XML Format. Yes- Outputs the file whenever CAD Document is Saved. No - Does not output the file. dm_nc_references i486_nt Sets whether reference relationships will be created in Windchill between the manufacturing model and its deliverables(CL file, tape file and DMIS file). dm_nc_references x86e_win64 Sets whether reference relationships will be created in Windchill between the manufacturing model and its deliverables(CL file, tape file and DMIS file). ecad_load_filtered_holes i486_nt Controls whether "ECAD import holes configs" _to_ui (ecad_pin_hole_import & ecad_via_hole_import) will remove holes completely from the import (default) or just pre-set the holes filter UI condition. ecad_load_filtered_holes x86e_win64 Controls whether "ECAD import holes configs" _to_ui (ecad_pin_hole_import & ecad_via_hole_import) will remove holes completely from the import (default) or just pre-set the holes filter UI condition. ecad_outline_holes_exp_ i486_nt Select how holes that are placed on the board outline be method exported. ecad_outline_holes_exp_ x86e_win64 Select how holes that are placed on the board outline be method exported. enable_3dmodelspace_b i486_nt Yes - Display 3D ModelSpace tab in the browser when Creo rowser_tab Parametric starts.No - Display 3D ModelSpace tab only when you click a 3D ModelSpace link in the navigator. enable_3dmodelspace_b x86e_win64 Yes - Display 3D ModelSpace tab in the browser when Creo Parametric starts.No - Display 3D ModelSpace tab only when rowser_tab you click a 3D ModelSpace link in the navigator. enable_face_preselection i486_nt Controls the ability to "pre-select" faces/datums as an entry to Sketch based features such as Extrude, Revolve (input to the internal sketch).

Values yes, no yes, no yes no

Default value

yes, no

no

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

default, arcs default, arcs yes, no

default default yes

yes, no

yes

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Name Platform Description enable_face_preselection x86e_win64 Controls the ability to "pre-select" faces/datums as an entry to Sketch based features such as Extrude, Revolve (input to the internal sketch). enable_face_thread_turni i486_nt Allows/disallows face option for thread turning sequence. ng enable_face_thread_turni x86e_win64 Allows/disallows face option for thread turning sequence. ng enable_offset_fan_curve i486_nt Enables fan curve option for offset tool. enable_offset_fan_curve x86e_win64 Enables fan curve option for offset tool. enable_opengl_shader i486_nt Enable OpenGL Phong lighting. enable_opengl_shader x86e_win64 Enable OpenGL Phong lighting. esr_mass_properties i486_nt Defines whether to include all immediate components of external simplified repinto Mass Properties calculations or only defined state of design assembly. esr_mass_properties x86e_win64 Defines whether to include all immediate components of external simplified repinto Mass Properties calculations or only defined state of design assembly. expand_all_with_nested_ i486_nt Yes - expand all including nested sub layers. layers expand_all_with_nested_ x86e_win64 Yes - expand all including nested sub layers. layers fasthlr_drawing i486_nt Specifies whether fast hidden line removal is on/off by default. fasthlr_drawing file_dialog_units_class file_dialog_units_class file_timestamp_format x86e_win64 Specifies whether fast hidden line removal is on/off by default. i486_nt

Values yes, no yes

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yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes design_only, extended design_only, extended yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes

no no no no yes yes design_only

design_only

yes yes no no mks mks %dd-%mmm-%yy

Sets the units for manikin attributes displayed in the File Open ips, mks dialog. x86e_win64 Sets the units for manikin attributes displayed in the File Open ips, mks dialog. i486_nt Controls the format of time stamps in file dialogs and the folder browser. The format for the setting is a string consisting of up to seven portions: the year, the month, and the date, the hours, minutes, seconds and am/pm designator. You can enter the portions in any order.

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Name file_timestamp_format

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group_repl_with_recycle

Platform Description Values x86e_win64 Controls the format of time stamps in file dialogs and the folder browser. The format for the setting is a string consisting of up to seven portions: the year, the month, and the date, the hours, minutes, seconds and am/pm designator. You can enter the portions in any order. i486_nt Yes - enables new UDF replacement with family table instances yes, no that prevents children failures. No - UDF replacement will work in the same manner as Wildfire 3.0 and earlier releases. x86e_win64 Yes - enables new UDF replacement with family table instances yes, no that prevents children failures. No - UDF replacement will work in the same manner as Wildfire 3.0 and earlier releases. i486_nt

Default value %dd-%mmm-%yy

yes

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group_repl_with_recycle

yes

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group_replace_rename

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Yes - updates replaced group name with replacement group yes, no name. No - preserves existing name of the group being replaced if it is a user-given name. group_replace_rename x86e_win64 Yes - updates replaced group name with replacement group yes, no name. No - preserves existing name of the group being replaced if it is a user-given name. hdic_export_v5_to_ws_e i486_nt Enables HDIC export for CATIA V5 to Workspace. no, yes nable hdic_export_v5_to_ws_e x86e_win64 Enables HDIC export for CATIA V5 to Workspace. no, yes nable idd_repair_tangency i486_nt Sets the default state of the "Repair Tangency" checkbox in the yes, no Repair and Match tools idd_repair_tangency x86e_win64 Sets the default state of the "Repair Tangency" checkbox in the yes, no Repair and Match tools ignore_all_ref_scope_sett i486_nt Controls whether object-specific reference scope settings are yes, no ings ignored or not. Environment scope settings will still be enforced. See also allow_ref_scope_change and default_ext_ref_scope ignore_all_ref_scope_sett x86e_win64 Controls whether object-specific reference scope settings are ings ignored or not. Environment scope settings will still be enforced. See also allow_ref_scope_change and default_ext_ref_scope ignore_export_geom_dec i486_nt laration Ignore Export Geometry settings. yes, no

yes

yes

no no no no no

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no

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Name ignore_export_geom_dec laration include_all_tools_in_list include_all_tools_in_list intf_pdf_u3d_create_u3d _files

Platform Description x86e_win64 Ignore Export Geometry settings. i486_nt Show/hide inapplicable cutting tools in mfg sequence UI. x86e_win64 Show/hide inapplicable cutting tools in mfg sequence UI. i486_nt YES - When exporting a Creo Parametric model as PDF U3D file, create a U3D file of the same name as the PDF file.

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no no no no

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intf_pdf_u3d_create_u3d x86e_win64 YES - When exporting a Creo Parametric model as PDF U3D _files file, create a U3D file of the same name as the PDF file. intf2d_out_blanked_layer i486_nt s Enables export of blanked layer entities. If an entity is placed on a layer that is blanked and this option is set to YES, the entity will be exported. intf2d_out_blanked_layer x86e_win64 Enables export of blanked layer entities. If an entity is placed on s a layer that is blanked and this option is set to YES, the entity will be exported. intf3d_out_catia_v5_versi i486_nt Allows the user to switch between the default and alternate on converter version for export to CATIA V5 intf3d_out_catia_v5_versi x86e_win64 Allows the user to switch between the default and alternate on converter version for export to CATIA V5 intf3d_out_jt_config_nam i486_nt Name of JT configuration file. e intf3d_out_jt_config_nam x86e_win64 Name of JT configuration file. e intf3d_out_jt_config_path i486_nt Path to JT configuration file. intf3d_out_jt_config_path x86e_win64 Path to JT configuration file. jlink_java_command i486_nt Specifies a command to start JRE for J-Link. May contain arguments and environment variables. Overrides the default, see also jlink_java2.

yes, no

no

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no

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16, 17, 18, 19, 20 16, 17, 18, 19, 20

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jlink_java_command

x86e_win64 Specifies a command to start JRE for J-Link. May contain arguments and environment variables. Overrides the default, see also jlink_java2. Controls whether a model is displayed in its window whenthe accessory window is open. no, yes no

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keep_model_in_open_wi i486_nt ndow

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Name keep_model_in_open_wi ndow keep_style_items_hidden _on_exit keep_style_items_hidden _on_exit last_session_directory_p ath

Platform Description x86e_win64 Controls whether a model is displayed in its window whenthe accessory window is open. i486_nt Keep style entities hidden after exiting of the Style feature definition. x86e_win64 Keep style entities hidden after exiting of the Style feature definition. i486_nt Sets the directory that holds the temp files for the session recording mechanism.

Values no, yes yes, no yes, no no no no

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last_session_directory_p x86e_win64 Sets the directory that holds the temp files for the session ath recording mechanism. last_session_retrieval i486_nt Yes - Activates recording mechanism that enables the session to yes, no be retrieved during the next session. No - The recording mechanism is not available and the session can not be retrieved.

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<work_dir>\appdata\roaming\ ptc\proengineer\wildfire\.wf\.s ettings <work_dir>\appdata\roaming\ ptc\proengineer\wildfire\.wf\.s ettings yes

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last_session_retrieval

x86e_win64 Yes - Activates recording mechanism that enables the session to yes, no be retrieved during the next session. No - The recording mechanism is not available and the session can not be retrieved.

yes

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layer_rule_retrieve_objec i486_nt ts

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This option controls whether or not the system will retrieve promt, ok, cancel additional objects needed to evaluate a layer rule. OK tells the system to retrieve the objects. Cancel stops evaluation of the rule. layer_rule_retrieve_objec x86e_win64 This option controls whether or not the system will retrieve promt, ok, cancel ts additional objects needed to evaluate a layer rule. OK tells the system to retrieve the objects. Cancel stops evaluation of the rule. layout_default_entity_typ i486_nt Allows to change the default ce entity type to be public or private. private, public e layout_default_entity_typ x86e_win64 Allows to change the default ce entity type to be public or private. private, public e layout_scroll_bars i486_nt Show/Hides scroll bars. yes, no layout_scroll_bars x86e_win64 Show/Hides scroll bars. yes, no layout_snap i486_nt Enable/Disable snapping to geometry and guides. yes, no layout_snap x86e_win64 Enable/Disable snapping to geometry and guides. yes, no

promt

promt

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Description Values Set and automatically create the default directory for saving and retrieving user-defined symbols. If you do not specify a directory, Layout will use the same directory as Creo Parametric drawings. Use full path name to avoid problems. layout_symbol_dir x86e_win64 Set and automatically create the default directory for saving and retrieving user-defined symbols. If you do not specify a directory, Layout will use the same directory as Creo Parametric drawings. Use full path name to avoid problems. layout_symbol_inst_palett i486_nt Specifies the location of the layout symbol instance palette. If you e_file do not specify a directory, layout will use the same palette as Creo Parametric drawings. Use full path name to avoid problems. layout_symbol_inst_palett x86e_win64 Specifies the location of the layout symbol instance palette. If you do not specify a directory, layout will use the same palette as e_file Creo Parametric drawings. Use full path name to avoid problems. layout_template_dir i486_nt Specifies the default directory for layout template files.Use full pathname to avoid problems. layout_template_dir x86e_win64 Specifies the default directory for layout template files.Use full pathname to avoid problems. lda_batch_mapping_optio i486_nt Specifies the options for mapping in LDA from dBatch. all, model_only, n views_only, annotations_only, model_and_views, views_and_annotatio ns lda_batch_mapping_optio x86e_win64 Specifies the options for mapping in LDA from dBatch. n

Name layout_symbol_dir

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Default value <work_dir>\config.pro_cronjo bs\dump_i486_nt\

<work_dir>\config.pro_cronjo bs\dump_x86e_win64\

all

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all, model_only, all views_only, annotations_only, model_and_views, views_and_annotatio ns

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lda_map_file lda_map_file lda_model_dir

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Path to the file containing the list of matching drawings and solid models. x86e_win64 Path to the file containing the list of matching drawings and solid models. i486_nt Path to the directory containing the solid models.

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Name lda_model_dir lda_overall_view_map_ti me_limit lda_overall_view_map_ti me_limit lda_view_map_time_limit

Platform Description x86e_win64 Path to the directory containing the solid models. i486_nt Specifies LDA overall view mapping time limit in seconds. x86e_win64 Specifies LDA overall view mapping time limit in seconds. i486_nt Specifies LDA single view mapping time limit in seconds.

Values 300 300 60 60 yes, no yes, no yes, no yes yes no

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lda_view_map_time_limit x86e_win64 Specifies LDA single view mapping time limit in seconds. manikin_drag_auto_locks i486_nt Manikin drag auto locks

manikin_drag_auto_locks x86e_win64 Manikin drag auto locks controls whether to rotate around axis manikin drag mode invokes the old rotate version (or the forward kinematics new version manikin_drag_legacy_rot x86e_win64 controls whether to rotate around axis manikin drag mode invokes the old rotate version (or the forward kinematics new ate version manikin_flexibility i486_nt Sets the level of flexibility that is allowed when dragging a manikin. FULL - All Manikin segments are articulated.NONE Manikin is calculated as a single body. DEFAULT - Manikin finger segments are locked to a single body. manikin_flexibility x86e_win64 Sets the level of flexibility that is allowed when dragging a manikin. FULL - All Manikin segments are articulated.NONE Manikin is calculated as a single body. DEFAULT - Manikin finger segments are locked to a single body. i486_nt Controls whether a manikin's existing posture is applied to a replacement manikin. x86e_win64 Controls whether a manikin's existing posture is applied to a replacement manikin. i486_nt Controls whether to take into the account values from mass properties file. x86e_win64 Controls whether to take into the account values from mass properties file. manikin_drag_legacy_rot i486_nt ate

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yes, no

no

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full, none, default

default

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default

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manikin_replace_keep_p osture manikin_replace_keep_p osture mass_prop_load_from_fil e mass_prop_load_from_fil e

yes, no yes, no by_request, always by_request, always

yes yes by_request by_request

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Name measure_dec_places

Platform i486_nt

Description This configuration option controls the number of digits after the decimal point. If value = -1, this configuration is ignored and measure_sig_figures is used

Values -1

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measure_dec_places

x86e_win64 This configuration option controls the number of digits after the decimal point. If value = -1, this configuration is ignored and measure_sig_figures is used Enable/Disable auto referencing for Manufacturing template Enable/Disable auto referencing for Manufacturing template Specifies distance between automatically created retract plane and step coordinate system. Will be applied to the new steps created in process manager if operation retract cannot be used. yes, no yes, no

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mfg_auto_ref_mfg_templ i486_nt ate mfg_auto_ref_mfg_templ x86e_win64 ate mfg_auto_retract_clear_d i486_nt ist

no no -0.001

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mfg_auto_retract_clear_d x86e_win64 Specifies distance between automatically created retract plane ist and step coordinate system. Will be applied to the new steps created in process manager if operation retract cannot be used. Specifies the directory where Mfg Process html page get stored. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. mfg_process_print_dir x86e_win64 Specifies the directory where Mfg Process html page get stored. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. mfg_process_sync_by_d i486_nt Specifies whether all steps created in the Process Manager get yes, no efault automatically synchronized with features in the Pro/NC assembly. You can change steps later in the dialog box open during the session. mfg_process_sync_by_d x86e_win64 Specifies whether all steps created in the Process Manager get yes, no efault automatically synchronized with features in the Pro/NC assembly. You can change steps later in the dialog box open during the session. mfg_process_table_setu i486_nt Specifies the directory where Mfg Process Table settings get p_dir stored. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. mfg_process_table_setu x86e_win64 Specifies the directory where Mfg Process Table settings get p_dir stored. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. mfg_process_template_d i486_nt Specifies the directory where Mfg Process Templates get stored. ir Use the full pathname to avoid problems. mfg_process_print_dir i486_nt

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yes

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Name Platform Description mfg_process_template_d x86e_win64 Specifies the directory where Mfg Process Templates get stored. ir Use the full pathname to avoid problems. mfg_setup_dir i486_nt Specifies the directory which contains all manufacturing related setup files for the current session. mfg_setup_dir x86e_win64 Specifies the directory which contains all manufacturing related setup files for the current session. mfg_tap_mat_rem_coef i486_nt The factor is used to consider the threading of tapping tool. The estimate removed material value of tapping sequence is presented as estimate removed material value multiplied by this factor. The factor should be greater than 0 and upto 1.0. mfg_tap_mat_rem_coef x86e_win64 The factor is used to consider the threading of tapping tool. The estimate removed material value of tapping sequence is presented as estimate removed material value multiplied by this factor. The factor should be greater than 0 and upto 1.0.

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mfg_tool_dialog_setup_fil i486_nt Specifies the XML based file to setup Tool Dialog. e mfg_tool_dialog_setup_fil x86e_win64 Specifies the XML based file to setup Tool Dialog. e mfg_udf_info_setup_file i486_nt Specify name and path of the file containing udf and mfg criteria values . mfg_udf_info_setup_file x86e_win64 Specify name and path of the file containing udf and mfg criteria values . model_allow_ref_scope_ i486_nt Yes - Users can change the scope setting of components. yes, no change model_allow_ref_scope_ x86e_win64 Yes - Users can change the scope setting of components. yes, no change model_tree_font i486_nt Specify font used in the Creo Parametric Model Tree. specify the comma-delimited variables in any order (italic bold, 24, times or 24, times, italic bold have the same effect). Any omitted variable uses the standard setting. model_tree_font x86e_win64 Specify font used in the Creo Parametric Model Tree. specify the comma-delimited variables in any order (italic bold, 24, times or 24, times, italic bold have the same effect). Any omitted variable uses the standard setting. modelcheck_dir i486_nt Specifies path to the ModelCHECK configuration files.

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Name modelcheck_dir mp_calc_level mp_calc_level

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specifies path to the ModelCHECK configuration files. i486_nt Specifies the level of mass properties calculation. x86e_win64 Specifies the level of mass properties calculation.

Values assembly_only, all_models assembly_only, all_models yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

Default value assembly_only assembly_only no no no no no no yes yes yes yes yes

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multiple_skeletons_allow i486_nt Allows/restricts multiple skeleton. ed multiple_skeletons_allow x86e_win64 Allows/restricts multiple skeleton. ed nc_jobman_visible i486_nt Yes - make "Submit Path" and "Abort Path" visible. No - make "Submit Path" and "Abort Path"invisible. nc_jobman_visible x86e_win64 Yes - make "Submit Path" and "Abort Path" visible. No - make "Submit Path" and "Abort Path"invisible. ncseq_outbnd_curve i486_nt Yes - Create out bound curve. ncseq_outbnd_curve x86e_win64 Yes - Create out bound curve. new_ref_part_name_disa i486_nt bled new_ref_part_name_disa x86e_win64 bled new_wf5_simp_rep_ui i486_nt Yes - Use Component Chooser base Simp Rep UI, No - Use old Simp Rep definition UI. new_wf5_simp_rep_ui x86e_win64 Yes - Use Component Chooser base Simp Rep UI, No - Use old Simp Rep definition UI. old_style_set_datum i486_nt Yes - datum properties dialog has button for old-style set datum. No - datum properties dialog does not have button for old-style set datum. old_style_set_datum x86e_win64 Yes - datum properties dialog has button for old-style set datum. No - datum properties dialog does not have button for old-style set datum. orientation_style i486_nt Set spin orientation style to dynamic or anchored. orientation_style x86e_win64 Set spin orientation style to dynamic or anchored. output_mfg_xml i486_nt Allows export/import mfg model to/from xml file. Yes- make Export/Import options visible. No - make them invisible. output_mfg_xml x86e_win64 Allows export/import mfg model to/from xml file. Yes- make Export/Import options visible. No - make them invisible.

yes, no

yes

anchored, dynamic anchored, dynamic yes, no yes, no

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Name Platform pattern_exact_increment i486_nt al_dim

Description When pattern incremental dimensions are calculated from expressions, round them to the decimal places set by config option default_dec_places.

Values no, yes no

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pattern_exact_increment x86e_win64 When pattern incremental dimensions are calculated from al_dim expressions, round them to the decimal places set by config option default_dec_places. pdm_server_quickview_r ows_num pdm_server_quickview_r ows_num pipe_3d_bend_theor_int_ pts pipe_3d_bend_theor_int_ pts plot_names_with_sheet i486_nt Sets the default number of rows for the pdm quick view list.

no, yes

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7 7 no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no no no no no no

x86e_win64 Sets the default number of rows for the pdm quick view list. i486_nt

Yes - Displays theoretical intersections and bends in threedimensional models. x86e_win64 Yes - Displays theoretical intersections and bends in threedimensional models. i486_nt Yes - Plot file names are appended with _(sheet number) before file extension. plot_names_with_sheet x86e_win64 Yes - Plot file names are appended with _(sheet number) before file extension. popup_refpairintch_windo i486_nt Bring forward the window being used with the reference pairing w table. popup_refpairintch_windo x86e_win64 Bring forward the window being used with the reference pairing w table. prime_analysis_directory i486_nt Sets the default directory for the Prime files to be used for Prime analysis calculations. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. prime_analysis_directory x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the Prime files to be used for Prime analysis calculations. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Toggles Prime analysis automapping of variables Toggles Prime analysis automapping of variables Sets the default directory for the Design Test mode data. If not specified, your current working directory is the default. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_design_test_mode_d x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the Design Test mode data. If not specified, your current working directory is the default. Use the ir full pathname to avoid problems. propagate_by_default i486_nt Yes - Allow propagation by default. prime_automapping i486_nt prime_automapping x86e_win64 pro_design_test_mode_d i486_nt ir

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yes, no yes, no

no no

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Name Platform Description Values propagate_by_default x86e_win64 Yes - Allow propagation by default. yes, no Sets the default directory for the Creo Parametric manikin library ptc_manikin_library_path i486_nt (or custom manikin libraries you built containing the proper index menu files). Use the full path name to avoid problems.You must restart Creo Parametric for the change to take effect. ptc_manikin_library_path x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the Creo Parametric manikin library (or custom manikin libraries you built containing the proper index menu files). Use the full path name to avoid problems.You must restart Creo Parametric for the change to take effect. ptc_manikin_posture_pat i486_nt h Sets the default directory for the Creo Parametric manikin postures (or custom posture libraries you built). Use the full path name to avoid problems.You must restart Creo Parametric for the change to take effect. ptc_manikin_posture_pat x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the Creo Parametric manikin h postures (or custom posture libraries you built). Use the full path name to avoid problems.You must restart Creo Parametric for the change to take effect. qty_balloon_change_war i486_nt Sets the warning style when quantity balloons have changed in a dialog, message ning drawing.Dialog displays the warning in a dialog box, Message displays the warning in the message area only. qty_balloon_change_war x86e_win64 Sets the warning style when quantity balloons have changed in a dialog, message ning drawing.Dialog displays the warning in a dialog box, Message displays the warning in the message area only. quick_print_drawing_tem plate quick_print_drawing_tem plate quick_print_plotter_config _file quick_print_plotter_config _file radial_hole_linear_dim Specify the path and name of a drawing template to be used by the File > Quick Print command. x86e_win64 Specify the path and name of a drawing template to be used by the File > Quick Print command. i486_nt Specify the path and name of the default plotter config file to be used by the File > Quick Print command. x86e_win64 Specify the path and name of the default plotter config file to be used by the File > Quick Print command. i486_nt YES - Option for creation of radial hole with a linear dimension will be available. i486_nt

Default value no <creo_loadpoint>\manikin_lite \

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<creo_loadpoint>\manikin_lite \

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dialog

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dialog

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Name radial_hole_linear_dim ref_scope_copy_color

Platform Description Values x86e_win64 YES - Option for creation of radial hole with a linear dimension yes, no will be available. i486_nt Set the color of backed up references according to RGB values. Enter RGB values between 0 and 100 separated by space. x86e_win64 Set the color of backed up references according to RGB values. Enter RGB values between 0 and 100 separated by space. i486_nt Enable changing colors of backuped references during selection. no, yes

Default value no 55

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ref_scope_copy_color

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ref_scope_copy_color_ch ange ref_scope_copy_color_ch ange ref_scope_no_pick_to_co py ref_scope_no_pick_to_co py ref_scope_no_pick_to_pr ohibit ref_scope_no_pick_to_pr ohibit ref_scope_prohibit_color

yes yes no no yes yes 45

x86e_win64 Enable changing colors of backuped references during selection. no, yes i486_nt Disable selecting references backuped by references control. no, yes no, yes no, yes no, yes

x86e_win64 Disable selecting references backuped by references control. i486_nt Disable selecting references prohibited by references control.

x86e_win64 Disable selecting references prohibited by references control. i486_nt Set the color of prohibited references according to RGB values. Enter RGB values between 0 and 100 separated by space.

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ref_scope_prohibit_color x86e_win64 Set the color of prohibited references according to RGB values. Enter RGB values between 0 and 100 separated by space. ref_scope_prohibit_color i486_nt Enable changing colors of prohibited references during selection. _change ref_scope_prohibit_color x86e_win64 Enable changing colors of prohibited references during selection. _change regen_failure_handling i486_nt Specifies whether to enter resolve mode when regeneration failures occur.Resolve_mode - Enter resolve mode when regeneration failures occur. No_resolve_mode - Don't enter resolve mode when regeneration failures occur. regen_failure_handling x86e_win64 Specifies whether to enter resolve mode when regeneration failures occur.Resolve_mode - Enter resolve mode when regeneration failures occur. No_resolve_mode - Don't enter resolve mode when regeneration failures occur. no, yes no, yes resolve_mode, no_resolve_mode

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yes yes no_resolve_mode

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resolve_mode, no_resolve_mode

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Description Yes to regen models intersected with assem feats during assembly retrieval. regen_int_mdls_on_retr x86e_win64 Yes to regen models intersected with assem feats during assembly retrieval. regen_solid_before_save i486_nt Controls whether to regenerate top model,or promot user before regeneration if it is required regen_solid_before_save x86e_win64 Controls whether to regenerate top model,or promot user before regeneration if it is required relations_num_const_unit i486_nt Specifies whether diagnostic should be issued when an unitless s numeric value causes relation expression evaluation trouble. relations_num_const_unit x86e_win64 Specifies whether diagnostic should be issued when an unitless s numeric value causes relation expression evaluation trouble. Set the default unit sensitivity (ignore or take into account parameter/dimensions units) in creation of new relation data (legacy relation data will not be unit sensitive until "converted" to one). relations_units_sensitive x86e_win64 Set the default unit sensitivity (ignore or take into account parameter/dimensions units) in creation of new relation data (legacy relation data will not be unit sensitive until "converted" to one). remember_last_attach_ty i486_nt Yes - Sets the default of the ATTACH TYPE menu of the last pe options picked. remember_last_attach_ty x86e_win64 Yes - Sets the default of the ATTACH TYPE menu of the last pe options picked. remember_replaced_co i486_nt Set to "Yes" this option will preserve a dependency to the mponents replaced, outgoing, component. Set to "No" the dependency will, when possible, be removed. remember_replaced_co x86e_win64 Set to "Yes" this option will preserve a dependency to the replaced, outgoing, component. Set to "No" the dependency will, mponents when possible, be removed. replace_comp_notes_me i486_nt Specify treatment of notes when components are replaced. thod Transfer - transfer to new component. Remove - remove the notes. Preserve - save notes in case component is restored. relations_units_sensitive i486_nt

Name regen_int_mdls_on_retr

Platform i486_nt

Values yes, no yes, no prompt, yes, no prompt, yes, no yes, no no no prompt prompt no

Default value

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yes, no

no

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yes, no

yes

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yes, no

yes

Without category Without category Without category

yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes yes

Without category

yes, no

yes

Without category

transfer, remove, preserve

transfer

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Name Platform Description replace_comp_notes_me x86e_win64 Specify treatment of notes when components are replaced. thod Transfer - transfer to new component. Remove - remove the notes. Preserve - save notes in case component is restored. restricted_val_definition Specify name and path of the file contained restricted values definition. restricted_val_definition x86e_win64 Specify name and path of the file contained restricted values definition. retrieve_display i486_nt Controls whether or not graphics data is loaded in the background. retrieve_display x86e_win64 Controls whether or not graphics data is loaded in the background. retrieve_merge_ref_parts i486_nt Automatic reference parts retrieval for dependent Merge. retrieve_merge_ref_parts x86e_win64 Automatic reference parts retrieval for dependent Merge. If the option value is 1, the tool path is obtained from standard one by reversing it; if the option value is 2, the tool path starts from an inner circle. reverse_spiral_finish_typ x86e_win64 If the option value is 1, the tool path is obtained from standard e one by reversing it; if the option value is 2, the tool path starts from an inner circle. round_prewf5_displayed_ i486_nt Rounds the displayed value dim_val round_prewf5_displayed_ x86e_win64 Rounds the displayed value dim_val save_hidden_items_w_st i486_nt The items on the "Hidden Items" temporary layer are stored atus permanently when layer display status is saved with Save Status command. save_hidden_items_w_st x86e_win64 The items on the "Hidden Items" temporary layer are stored permanently when layer display status is saved with Save Status atus command. save_view_states_metho i486_nt Setup the method used on saving view states changes. d save_view_states_metho x86e_win64 Setup the method used on saving view states changes. d reverse_spiral_finish_typ i486_nt e i486_nt

Values transfer, remove, preserve

Default value transfer

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background, foreground background, foreground yes, no, ignore_missing yes, no, ignore_missing

background background no no

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Without category Without category Without category

round all, round none, calculated round all, round none, calculated yes, no

calculated calculated yes

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yes, no

yes

Without category

Without category

prompt, save changes, discard changes prompt, save changes, discard changes

prompt

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Name scope_invalid_refs

Platform i486_nt

Without category

scope_invalid_refs

x86e_win64

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show_description_view_ mgr show_description_view_ mgr show_sketch_dims_in_fe ature show_sketch_dims_in_fe ature show_sketcher_guides show_sketcher_guides

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64

simprep_column_display i486_nt

Description Prohibit - System will abort all attempts to create external reference violating the scope. Backup - Warning appears. Abort reference creation or declare as out-of-scope reference. If you declare, backup copies to part/assembly and backup is referenced. Prohibit - System will abort all attempts to create external reference violating the scope. Backup - Warning appears. Abort reference creation or declare as out-of-scope reference. If you declare, backup copies to part/assembly and backup is referenced. Yes - show a column for Description field for all tabs in view manager. Yes - show a column for Description field for all tabs in view manager. Sets the default display state of internal sketch dimensions in the feature definition environment. Sets the default display state of internal sketch dimensions in the feature definition environment. Yes - Sketching guides will be shown; No - Sketching guides will not be shown. Yes - Sketching guides will be shown; No - Sketching guides will not be shown. Controls display of Simplified Representations columns in Model Tree,'Automatic'-'Current Rep' column is shown automatically when a rep is activated, 'Manual' visibility of thecolumn is fully controlled by user, pre-Wildfire 6 behavior.

Values copy, prohibit

Default value copy

copy, prohibit

copy

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes automatic, manual

no no no no yes yes automatic

Without category

simprep_column_display x86e_win64 Controls display of Simplified Representations columns in Model automatic, manual Tree,'Automatic'-'Current Rep' column is shown automatically when a rep is activated, 'Manual' visibility of thecolumn is fully controlled by user, pre-Wildfire 6 behavior. simprep_column_format i486_nt Specifies simplified representation model tree column format. names only, icons only, icons and names

automatic

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Name simprep_column_format

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specifies simplified representation model tree column format.

Values names only, icons only, icons and names yes, no

Default value icons

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simprep_ondemand_acti i486_nt vation

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Without category

Without category

Without category

Enables retrieving on-demand the Master rep ofan activated model. When an assembly is activatedthe Assembly only rep is retrieved. simprep_ondemand_acti x86e_win64 Enables retrieving on-demand the Master rep ofan activated vation model. When an assembly is activatedthe Assembly only rep is retrieved. simprep_ondemand_clea i486_nt Determines if a model retrieved on demandshould be removed nup or erased.Disabled - the model will not be removedand will remain in the assembly.Removed - the model will be removed. Remove_Erase - The model will be removedand erased from memory. simprep_ondemand_clea x86e_win64 Determines if a model retrieved on demandshould be removed nup or erased.Disabled - the model will not be removedand will remain in the assembly.Removed - the model will be removed. Remove_Erase - The model will be removedand erased from memory. simprep_ondemand_editi i486_nt Enables on demand retrieval of an edited item and its parent ng references.Configuration tools (Family Tables, Relations, etc) will retrieverequired models accordingly.Automatic - Retrieves the minimum rep required to perform the operation. simprep_ondemand_editi x86e_win64 Enables on demand retrieval of an edited item and its parent ng references.Configuration tools (Family Tables, Relations, etc) will retrieverequired models accordingly.Automatic - Retrieves the minimum rep required to perform the operation. simprep_ondemand_rege neration simprep_ondemand_rege neration sketcher_alignment_cons tr sketcher_alignment_cons tr i486_nt Enables on demand retrieval of requiredmodels during regeneration.Can affect regeneration performance. x86e_win64 Enables on demand retrieval of requiredmodels during regeneration.Can affect regeneration performance. i486_nt Yes - Alignment constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No Alignment constraints will not be used. x86e_win64 Yes - Alignment constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No Alignment constraints will not be used.

yes

yes, no

yes

disable, restore, restore_and_erase

restore

disable, restore, restore_and_erase

restore

disable, master, automatic automatic, master_with_ancesto rs disable, master, automatic automatic, master_with_ancesto rs automatic, master, disable automatic, master, disable no, yes no, yes automatic automatic no no

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Name Platform Description sketcher_curve_color_sy i486_nt nch sketcher_curve_color_sy x86e_win64 nch sketcher_diagonal_constr i486_nt Yes - Diagonal constraints will be used; No - Diagonal constraints will not be used. sketcher_diagonal_constr x86e_win64 Yes - Diagonal constraints will be used; No - Diagonal constraints will not be used. sketcher_palette_path i486_nt Sets the default directory for the user sketcher shape library. Use the full path name to avoid problems. sketcher_palette_path x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the user sketcher shape library. Use the full path name to avoid problems. sketcher_strngthn_to_def i486_nt This option enable the user to keep a highly precise value during _dec_pl creation or convertion strong dimension. sketcher_strngthn_to_def x86e_win64 This option enable the user to keep a highly precise value during _dec_pl creation or convertion strong dimension. smaller_bundle_min_ben i486_nt Setup whether to consider the thickness of the bundle when set d_rad up the minimum bend radius. smaller_bundle_min_ben x86e_win64 Setup whether to consider the thickness of the bundle when set d_rad up the minimum bend radius. snap_single_constraints i486_nt When dynamically dragging components during component placement, allow to snap to references one constraint at a time. snap_single_constraints x86e_win64 When dynamically dragging components during component placement, allow to snap to references one constraint at a time.

Values yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes yes yes no no

Default value

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes no no yes

Without category

yes, no

yes

Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category

spin_with_orientation_ce i486_nt Display orientation center while reorienting. nter spin_with_orientation_ce x86e_win64 Display orientation center while reorienting. nter style_auto_regen_curves i486_nt Yes - Enable autoregeneration of curves. style_auto_regen_curves x86e_win64 Yes - Enable autoregeneration of curves. style_auto_regen_shade i486_nt Yes - Enable autoregeneration of shaded surfaces. d_surface style_auto_regen_shade x86e_win64 Yes - Enable autoregeneration of shaded surfaces. d_surface

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

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Name style_auto_regen_surfac e style_auto_regen_surfac e style_connection_arrow_ scale style_connection_arrow_ scale style_default_connection s style_default_connection s style_display_grid style_display_grid style_grid_spacing

Platform i486_nt

Description Yes - Enable autoregeneration of surfaces.

Values yes, no yes, no yes yes 1 1 yes yes yes yes 5 5 70

Default value

x86e_win64 Yes - Enable autoregeneration of surfaces. i486_nt

Set scale factor of surface connection arrow. Number should be greater then 0. x86e_win64 Set scale factor of surface connection arrow. Number should be greater then 0. i486_nt Yes - Add connections to a newly created Style surface. yes, no x86e_win64 Yes - Add connections to a newly created Style surface. yes, no

i486_nt Yes - Display grid for active datum plane. yes, no x86e_win64 Yes - Display grid for active datum plane. yes, no i486_nt Set the number of lines to display on the grid. Number should be equal or greater than 2. style_grid_spacing x86e_win64 Set the number of lines to display on the grid. Number should be equal or greater than 2. style_state_transparency i486_nt Set the value of transparency for components set to "Transparent" in style state.Value must be between 0 and 100. style_state_transparency x86e_win64 Set the value of transparency for components set to "Transparent" in style state.Value must be between 0 and 100. style_surface_mesh_disp i486_nt lay On - Display surfaces mesh. Off - Do not display surfaces mesh. off, on, off when Off When Shaded - Display surfaces mesh except when shaded. shaded

Without category

70

Without category

off

Without category

style_surface_mesh_disp x86e_win64 On - Display surfaces mesh. Off - Do not display surfaces mesh. off, on, off when lay Off When Shaded - Display surfaces mesh except when shaded. shaded style_surface_mesh_qual i486_nt ity style_surface_mesh_qual x86e_win64 ity template_config_asm i486_nt template_config_asm Sets the quality of the surface mesh. Values range is between 0.1 to 10. Sets the quality of the surface mesh. Values range is between 0.1 to 10. Specifies the default configurable assembly template file.Use full pathname to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Specifies the default configurable assembly template file.Use full pathname to avoid problems.

off

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Description Values Specifies the default container template file.Use full pathname to avoid problems. template_container x86e_win64 Specifies the default container template file.Use full pathname to avoid problems. template_esrasm i486_nt Specifies the designated template ESR assembly. Use full path to avoid problems. template_esrasm x86e_win64 Specifies the designated template ESR assembly. Use full path to avoid problems. template_layout i486_nt Specifies the default layout template file.Use full pathname to avoid problems. template_layout x86e_win64 Specifies the default layout template file.Use full pathname to avoid problems. tool_path_preview_defaul i486_nt Sets tool path preview default mode to OFF. off, on, auto t tool_path_preview_defaul x86e_win64 Sets tool path preview default mode to OFF. off, on, auto t trace_thru_splice_connec i486_nt Report the from/to connectors of cables passing through splices yes, no tor correctly. trace_thru_splice_connec x86e_win64 Report the from/to connectors of cables passing through splices yes, no tor correctly. tracesketch i486_nt Display tracesketches outside of Style feature no, yes tracesketch x86e_win64 Display tracesketches outside of Style feature no, yes travel_bounds_display i486_nt Enable travel bounds display. yes, no travel_bounds_display x86e_win64 Enable travel bounds display. yes, no travel_bounds_transpare i486_nt Transparency value for machine bound display. ncy travel_bounds_transpare x86e_win64 Transparency value for machine bound display. ncy turn_avoid_holder_interfe i486_nt Yes - Tool holder interference will be ignored during Turning yes, no rence toolpath calculation. turn_avoid_holder_interfe x86e_win64 Yes - Tool holder interference will be ignored during Turning yes, no rence toolpath calculation. upd_param_on_retr_mar i486_nt Allows/disallows mark model as changed if as a result of mass yes, no k_modified properties/relations calculation during retrieval some parameter values are changed.

Name template_container

Platform i486_nt

Default value

inlbs_asm_esr.asm inlbs_asm_esr.asm

auto auto no no yes yes no no 0.8 0.8 no no no

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Name Platform Description upd_param_on_retr_mar x86e_win64 Allows/disallows mark model as changed if as a result of mass k_modified properties/relations calculation during retrieval some parameter values are changed. use_master_for_bad_dis i486_nt Yes to retrieve master rep when graphics rep has no display p_reps data. use_master_for_bad_dis x86e_win64 Yes to retrieve master rep when graphics rep has no display p_reps data. use_strict_ui_trail i486_nt Perform extra validation of user interface actions when playing back trail files. use_strict_ui_trail x86e_win64 Perform extra validation of user interface actions when playing back trail files. use_web_page_font_in_r i486_nt Controls whether HTML reports use the browser's standard eports fonts. use_web_page_font_in_r x86e_win64 Controls whether HTML reports use the browser's standard eports fonts. visible_recent_files i486_nt Number of visible recent files. The possible range is 1 - 25. visible_recent_files x86e_win64 Number of visible recent files. The possible range is 1 - 25. warn_if_iso_tol_missing i486_nt Yes - Returns the user to the dimension properties dialog to select a different table. No - Applies the tolerance according to existing functionality. warn_if_iso_tol_missing x86e_win64 Yes - Returns the user to the dimension properties dialog to select a different table. No - Applies the tolerance according to existing functionality. wcell_fixt_info_setup_file i486_nt Specify name and path of the file containing workcell and fixture name info. wcell_fixt_info_setup_file x86e_win64 Specify name and path of the file containing workcell and fixture name info. web_enable_javascript i486_nt Enables or disables Pro/Web.Link in the embedded browser. web_enable_javascript web_max_mail_size web_max_mail_size weld_fillet_preferences_fi le weld_fillet_preferences_fi le x86e_win64 Enables or disables Pro/Web.Link in the embedded browser. i486_nt Set the maximum email attachment size in kilobytes. x86e_win64 Set the maximum email attachment size in kilobytes. i486_nt Sets the path and name of the fillet weld preferences file. x86e_win64 Sets the path and name of the fillet weld preferences file.

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no yes yes no no 13 13 no

yes, no

yes, no

no

on, off on, off

off off 5000 5000

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Name weld_general_preference s_file weld_general_preference s_file weld_groove_preference s_file weld_groove_preference s_file weld_plug_slot_preferenc es_file weld_plug_slot_preferenc es_file weld_spot_preferences_fi le weld_spot_preferences_fi le workpiece_instances workpiece_instances

Platform i486_nt

Description Sets the path and name of the general weld preferences file.

Values

Default value

x86e_win64 Sets the path and name of the general weld preferences file. i486_nt Sets the path and name of the groove weld preferences file.

x86e_win64 Sets the path and name of the groove weld preferences file. i486_nt Sets the path and name of the plug/slot weld preferences file.

x86e_win64 Sets the path and name of the plug/slot weld preferences file. i486_nt Sets the path and name of the spot weld preferences file.

x86e_win64 Sets the path and name of the spot weld preferences file. i486_nt Cut out are created in Workpiece but not the family table instances. x86e_win64 Cut out are created in Workpiece but not the family table instances. none, operations none, operations none none

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Category Application Programming Interfaces

Name Platform add_java_class_path i486_nt

Application Programming Interfaces

Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces

Description Prepends the option value on the java environment variable, CLASSPATH, used to find classes in J-Link programs. To specify multiple search paths in the same line, delimit them using ':' on UNIX, and ';' on Windows NT. add_java_class_path x86e_win64 Prepends the option value on the java environment variable, CLASSPATH, used to find classes in J-Link programs. To specify multiple search paths in the same line, delimit them using ':' on UNIX, and ';' on Windows NT. enable_protk_xml_sc i486_nt Enables XML-Schema validation for Pro/TK feature hema XMLs enable_protk_xml_sc x86e_win64 Enables XML-Schema validation for Pro/TK feature hema XMLs jlink_java2 i486_nt Option to force use of Java-2 JRE command line ("java" instead of "jre") jlink_java2 x86e_win64 Option to force use of Java-2 JRE command line ("java" instead of "jre") prodevdat i486_nt Specify the name of the Pro/Develop registry file. prodevdat protkdat protkdat toolkit_registry_file x86e_win64 Specify the name of the Pro/Develop registry file. i486_nt Specify the Pro/TOOLKIT registry file.

Values

Default value

yes, no yes, no off, on off, on

no no on on

x86e_win64 Specify the Pro/TOOLKIT registry file. i486_nt Tells Creo Parametric the full path to which toolkit registry file to be used. This option replaces the R17 option prodevdat.

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Category Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Application Programming Interfaces Assembly

Platform Description x86e_win64 Tells Creo Parametric the full path to which toolkit registry file to be used. This option replaces the R17 option prodevdat. web_disable_js_com i486_nt Enter a specific javascript command to be disabled mand web_disable_js_com x86e_win64 Enter a specific javascript command to be disabled mand web_enable_subscrip i486_nt Enable the subscription mechanism for Connections tion web_enable_subscrip x86e_win64 Enable the subscription mechanism for Connections tion web_link_file_read i486_nt Sets Pro/Web.Link permission to read data from the local file system. web_link_file_read x86e_win64 Sets Pro/Web.Link permission to read data from the local file system. web_link_file_write i486_nt Sets Pro/Web.Link permission to write data to the local file system. web_link_file_write x86e_win64 Sets Pro/Web.Link permission to write data to the local file system. web_link_proe_read i486_nt Sets Pro/Web.Link permission to read data from a Creo Parametric session. web_link_proe_read x86e_win64 Sets Pro/Web.Link permission to read data from a Creo Parametric session. web_link_proe_write i486_nt Sets Pro/Web.Link permission to modify data in a Creo Parametric session. web_link_proe_write x86e_win64 Sets Pro/Web.Link permission to modify data in a Creo Parametric session. web_link_security_au i486_nt Yes - The Security dialog box is displayed when a toprompt Pro/Web.Link function requires security access beyond the current settings. web_link_security_au x86e_win64 Yes - The Security dialog box is displayed when a Pro/Web.Link function requires security access toprompt beyond the current settings. Adds an offset dimensions to constraints that were add_offset_to_constr i486_nt created without an offset during the dragging of a aint_comp component.

Name toolkit_registry_file

Values

Default value

no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes no no no no no no no no yes

yes, no

yes

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Category Assembly

Assembly Assembly Assembly

Name Platform Description add_offset_to_constr x86e_win64 Adds an offset dimensions to constraints that were aint_comp created without an offset during the dragging of a component. advanced_intersectio i486_nt Control the appearance of the intersection tool and n scope of available functionalities. advanced_intersectio x86e_win64 Control the appearance of the intersection tool and n scope of available functionalities. allow_package_childr i486_nt Sets what type of children packaged components can en have. ALL - Features and components can be a children of packaged component. FEAT - Only features can be children of packaged components. NONE - Packaged components cannot have children.

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no yes, no all, feat, none

no no all

Assembly

allow_package_childr x86e_win64 Sets what type of children packaged components can all, feat, none en have. ALL - Features and components can be a children of packaged component. FEAT - Only features can be children of packaged components. NONE - Packaged components cannot have children. allow_redo_intersecti ons allow_redo_intersecti ons allow_save_as_insta nce allow_save_as_insta nce allow_save_failed_m odel Yes - Displays the ReIntersect command in the ASSY FEAT menu. x86e_win64 Yes - Displays the ReIntersect command in the ASSY FEAT menu. i486_nt Allows the option to save a copy of the active model as a family table instance. x86e_win64 Allows the option to save a copy of the active model as a family table instance. i486_nt Yes - Failed models can be saved. No - Failed models cannot be saved. Prompt - Let the user decide whether failed models can be saved. allow_save_failed_m x86e_win64 Yes - Failed models can be saved. No - Failed models odel cannot be saved. Prompt - Let the user decide whether failed models can be saved. i486_nt yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no, prompt

all

Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

no no no no prompt

Assembly

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Category Assembly

Name Platform allow_update_part_si i486_nt mp_rep_data

Assembly

allow_update_part_si x86e_win64 mp_rep_data

Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

auto_assembly_with_ notebooks auto_assembly_with_ notebooks auto_backup_new_pl acemnt_refs auto_backup_new_pl acemnt_refs auto_constr_always_ use_offset

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Assembly

auto_constr_always_ x86e_win64 use_offset

Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

auto_evaluate_simpr ep_rules auto_evaluate_simpr ep_rules auto_place_max_nu mber auto_place_max_nu mber

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64

Description Allow updating part Simplified Rep data in session automatically when switching from one Simp Rep to another.Yes - Allow updating part simplified rep data. No - Do not update part simplified rep data. Prompt Prompt the user if the current simplified rep should be updated. Allow updating part Simplified Rep data in session automatically when switching from one Simp Rep to another.Yes - Allow updating part simplified rep data. No - Do not update part simplified rep data. Prompt Prompt the user if the current simplified rep should be updated. Yes - Enables automatic assembly. No - Disables automatic assembly. Yes - Enables automatic assembly. No - Disables automatic assembly. Yes - Create Component Reference Backup, No - Do not Create Component Reference Backup. Yes - Create Component Reference Backup, No - Do not Create Component Reference Backup. Control whether auto constraint should create offsets. Yes - Auto constraint alw ays creates offsets. No Auto constraint snaps align or mate if surfaces are wi thin tolerance. Never - Auto constraint never create offsets. Control whether auto constraint should create offsets. Yes - Auto constraint alw ays creates offsets. No Auto constraint snaps align or mate if surfaces are wi thin tolerance. Never - Auto constraint never create offsets. If the option is "yes" newly created rep would be updated each time on retrieve/regeneration. If the option is "yes" newly created rep would be updated each time on retrieve/regeneration. Set the default value for the maximum number of matches allowed. Set the default value for the maximum number of matches allowed.

Values yes, no, prompt

Default value yes

yes, no, prompt

yes

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no, never

yes yes no no no

yes, no, never

no

no, yes no, yes

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Category Assembly Assembly Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Description Control the appearance of the intersection tool and scope of available functionalities. Control the appearance of the intersection tool and scope of available functionalities. Assembling components with an interface will automatically place the component at the first position satisfying the interface definitions. autoplace_single_co x86e_win64 Assembling components with an interface will mp automatically place the component at the first position satisfying the interface definitions. bump_revnum_on_re i486_nt Determines whether or not revision number is tr_regen increased for generic models that regenerate and change during assembly retrieval.Only applies if new_asm_regen_revnums is yes (otherwise, there will be no revision number bumping). bump_revnum_on_re x86e_win64 Determines whether or not revision number is tr_regen increased for generic models that regenerate and change during assembly retrieval.Only applies if new_asm_regen_revnums is yes (otherwise, there will be no revision number bumping). can_snap_to_missin i486_nt Controls whether to enable snapping to missing g_ref references while dragging components for placement. Yes - Snapping is enabled while dragging. No Snapping is disabled while dragging.

Name Platform auto_update_intersec i486_nt ted_models auto_update_intersec x86e_win64 ted_models autoplace_single_co i486_nt mp

Values yes, no yes, no no, yes yes yes yes

Default value

no, yes

yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

Assembly

can_snap_to_missin x86e_win64 Controls whether to enable snapping to missing yes, no g_ref references while dragging components for placement. Yes - Snapping is enabled while dragging. No Snapping is disabled while dragging. check_interface_crite ria check_interface_crite ria check_interference_o f_matches check_interference_o f_matches i486_nt Check for interfaces when placing a component. yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes

Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

no no yes yes

x86e_win64 Check for interfaces when placing a component. i486_nt Show only matches that do not interfere with other components. x86e_win64 Show only matches that do not interfere with other components.

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Assembly

Assembly Assembly Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Description Determines whether to permit different names for different part occurrences, or not in mirror subassembly UI. check_same_assy_p x86e_win64 Determines whether to permit different names for different part occurrences, or not in mirror arts subassembly UI. chooser_size_filter_d i486_nt Sets the size filter default value as a percentage of the efault overall assembly size chooser_size_filter_d x86e_win64 Sets the size filter default value as a percentage of the efault overall assembly size comp_angle_offset_e i486_nt Specifies the angle epsilon such that if the desired ps surfaces are equal or greater than the epsilon (in degrees), than an angle offset constraint will be created. comp_angle_offset_e x86e_win64 Specifies the angle epsilon such that if the desired ps surfaces are equal or greater than the epsilon (in degrees), than an angle offset constraint will be created. comp_assemble_star i486_nt Sets the initial assembly placement behavior when t assembling a new component. Default - Default initial position.Package - Define initial position using the Move option.Constraint_in_Window - Use secondary window. Move_then_Place - Define initial position using the Move option and thendefine placement constraints.

Name Platform check_same_assy_p i486_nt arts

Values yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

10

10

default, package, constrain_in_window, move_then_place

Assembly

comp_assemble_star x86e_win64 Sets the initial assembly placement behavior when default, package, t assembling a new component. Default - Default initial constrain_in_window, position.Package - Define initial position using the move_then_place Move option.Constraint_in_Window - Use secondary window. Move_then_Place - Define initial position using the Move option and thendefine placement constraints. comp_placement_as i486_nt sumptions comp_placement_as x86e_win64 sumptions Use placement assumptions when placing components. Use placement assumptions when placing components. yes, no yes, no yes yes

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Category Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

Name comp_retr_angular_i ncrement comp_retr_angular_i ncrement comp_rollback_on_re def comp_rollback_on_re def copy_geom_update_ pre_2000i_dep

Platform i486_nt

Description Sets the accuracy for the selection of external components based on graphic computation. x86e_win64 Sets the accuracy for the selection of external components based on graphic computation. i486_nt No - Assembly is not rolled back when the user yes, no redefines a component. x86e_win64 No - Assembly is not rolled back when the user yes, no redefines a component. i486_nt Yes - Flags independent copy geom features in a pre- no, yes 2000i model as modified when retrieved into Creo Parametric. Save the model immediately to update the model's copy geom dependency information.

Values 1 1 yes yes

Default value

Assembly

copy_geom_update_ x86e_win64 Yes - Flags independent copy geom features in a pre- no, yes pre_2000i_dep 2000i model as modified when retrieved into Creo Parametric. Save the model immediately to update the model's copy geom dependency information. copy_geometry_meth od copy_geometry_meth od create_temp_interfac es create_temp_interfac es dim_inactive_compo nents i486_nt Sets the default copy geometry reference(s) type publish_geometry, references publish_geometry publish_geometry, references publish_geometry yes, no yes, no always, never, shaded_only no no shaded_only

Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

x86e_win64 Sets the default copy geometry reference(s) type i486_nt

Assembly

Assembly Assembly Assembly

Allow the automatic creation of interfaces based on previous assembly instructions. x86e_win64 Allow the automatic creation of interfaces based on previous assembly instructions. i486_nt Display inactive assembly components with stippled transparency and default color (grey). Default value is shade_only. dim_inactive_compo x86e_win64 Display inactive assembly components with stippled transparency and default color (grey). Default value is nents shade_only. disp_regen_success i486_nt Issue successfull regeneration messages for _msg assembly models. disp_regen_success x86e_win64 Issue successfull regeneration messages for _msg assembly models. enable_advance_colli i486_nt Enables advance collision settings usage. sion

always, never, shaded_only

shaded_only

yes, no yes, no yes, no no

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Category Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

Name enable_advance_colli sion enable_assembly_ac curacy enable_assembly_ac curacy enable_implied_joints

Platform Description x86e_win64 Enables advance collision settings usage. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt No - Disables accuracy modification for assembly objects. No - Disables accuracy modification for assembly objects. Allow underconstrained components as mechanism connections. Allow underconstrained components as mechanism connections. Yes - Global Reference Viewer will show objects with external references only;No - all the objects will be visible Yes - Global Reference Viewer will show objects with external references only;No - all the objects will be visible Yes - When using a copied geom feature or a backedup external reference with the Design Manager, and the reference is missing in the original, then the copied geom feature fails. No - The feature freezes and does not update. Yes - When using a copied geom feature or a backedup external reference with the Design Manager, and the reference is missing in the original, then the copied geom feature fails. No - The feature freezes and does not update. Sets remnant removal ability for the ReIntersect command in the ASSY FEAT menu. Yes - You can remove remnants. No - You cannot remove remnants.

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no yes yes yes yes no

Default value

enable_implied_joints x86e_win64 erv_show_external_o i486_nt nly erv_show_external_o x86e_win64 nly fail_ref_copy_when_ i486_nt missing_orig

Assembly

yes, no

no

Assembly

yes, no

yes

Assembly

fail_ref_copy_when_ x86e_win64 missing_orig

yes, no

yes

Assembly

fix_refs_to_intersecti i486_nt ons

yes, no

no

Assembly

fix_refs_to_intersecti x86e_win64 Sets remnant removal ability for the ReIntersect yes, no ons command in the ASSY FEAT menu. Yes - You can remove remnants. No - You cannot remove remnants. force_upd_assem_m i486_nt p_in_simp_rep Update mass properties parameters even when some yes, no, use_stored of the components of the assembly are not in master rep.

no

Assembly

use_stored

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Assembly

Name Platform Description Values force_upd_assem_m x86e_win64 Update mass properties parameters even when some yes, no, use_stored p_in_simp_rep of the components of the assembly are not in master rep. freeze_failed_assy_c i486_nt No - Requires an action to fix the assembly or freeze yes, no omp the component that fails retrieval. Yes - Freezes any component failing retrieval at its last known assembly location. Missing refs using offsets or internal datums do not cause components to freeze. freeze_failed_assy_c x86e_win64 No - Requires an action to fix the assembly or freeze yes, no omp the component that fails retrieval. Yes - Freezes any component failing retrieval at its last known assembly location. Missing refs using offsets or internal datums do not cause components to freeze. ignore_non_displaye i486_nt d_items Ignores nondisplayed items when searching the component interface during component placement. yes, no

Default value use_stored

no

Assembly

no

Assembly

no

Assembly

ignore_non_displaye x86e_win64 Ignores nondisplayed items when searching the d_items component interface during component placement. include_sub_model_i i486_nt nterfaces

yes, no

no

Assembly

Includes sub model interfaces as possible references yes, no for interface to interface component placement.

yes

Assembly

include_sub_model_i x86e_win64 Includes sub model interfaces as possible references yes, no nterfaces for interface to interface component placement. interface_criteria_mis i486_nt match FAIL_PLACEMENT - Fail regeneration upon component interface criteria mismatch. WARNING_ONLY - A warning message is given during regeneration for the criteria mismatch only without failure. IGNORE - Interface criteria mismatch ignored during regeneration.

yes

Assembly

warning_only, fail_placement, warning_only ignore

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Assembly Assembly Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Name Platform Description interface_criteria_mis x86e_win64 FAIL_PLACEMENT - Fail regeneration upon match component interface criteria mismatch. WARNING_ONLY - A warning message is given during regeneration for the criteria mismatch only without failure. IGNORE - Interface criteria mismatch ignored during regeneration. modify_offset_during i486_nt Enables the modification of the value of offset _comp_drag dimensions during component dragging. modify_offset_during x86e_win64 Enables the modification of the value of offset _comp_drag dimensions during component dragging. mp_dens_ft_column_ i486_nt Yes - Allows adding an MP_DENSITY column in FT mtrl_assigned when a material is assigned to a model. When set may cause the same material to have different values for the Density parameter in different instances. Does not affect legacy models. mp_dens_ft_column_ x86e_win64 Yes - Allows adding an MP_DENSITY column in FT mtrl_assigned when a material is assigned to a model. When set may cause the same material to have different values for the Density parameter in different instances. Does not affect legacy models. mtrl_convert_units i486_nt If set to "Yes" Creo Parametric will automatically convert units in materials from a library to the model system of units. mtrl_convert_units x86e_win64 If set to "Yes" Creo Parametric will automatically convert units in materials from a library to the model system of units. package_constraints i486_nt Action to take for packaged components in Assembly mode. Update - Updates components if assembly changes. Freeze - Does not move components if assembly changes. Disallow - Does not allow packaged components in assembly (must be fully constrained). package_constraints x86e_win64 Action to take for packaged components in Assembly mode. Update - Updates components if assembly changes. Freeze - Does not move components if assembly changes. Disallow - Does not allow packaged components in assembly (must be fully constrained).

Values Default value warning_only, fail_placement, warning_only ignore

yes, no yes, no no, yes

no no no

no, yes

no

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

disallow, freeze, update

update

disallow, freeze, update

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Category Assembly

Name package_ref_alert

Platform i486_nt

Description Control whether alert dialog is given when packaged component is referenced. Yes - Allow alert when a packaged component is referenced. No -No Alert is given when a packaged component is referenced.

Values yes, no no

Default value

Assembly

package_ref_alert

x86e_win64 Control whether alert dialog is given when packaged component is referenced. Yes - Allow alert when a packaged component is referenced. No -No Alert is given when a packaged component is referenced. Yes - During component placement, component being assembled will retain its normal colors.No - During component placement, component being assembled is shown in preview color. Yes - During component placement, component being assembled will retain its normal colors.No - During component placement, component being assembled is shown in preview color. Specifies whether or not the notebook will be automatically regenerated upon assembly regeneration. Specifies whether or not the notebook will be automatically regenerated upon assembly regeneration. Sets the naming convention used when replacing components. Sets the naming convention used when replacing components. Set the default order of the history evaluation rule in the replace operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules. Set the default order of the history evaluation rule in the replace operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules.

yes, no

no

Assembly

preserve_comp_color i486_nt _in_preview

no, yes

no

Assembly

preserve_comp_color x86e_win64 _in_preview

no, yes

no

Assembly

regen_notebook_w_a i486_nt ssem regen_notebook_w_a x86e_win64 ssem replace_comp_name i486_nt _method replace_comp_name x86e_win64 _method replace_history_rule_ i486_nt order

yes, no

yes

Assembly

yes, no

yes

Assembly Assembly Assembly

transfer, remove, preserve transfer, remove, preserve disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

transfer transfer 3

Assembly

replace_history_rule_ x86e_win64 order

disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

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Category Assembly

Name Platform replace_interface_rul i486_nt e_order

Description Values Set the default order of the interface evaluation rule in disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 the replace operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules.

Default value 1

Assembly

replace_interface_rul x86e_win64 Set the default order of the interface evaluation rule in disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 e_order the replace operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules. replace_sameid_rule i486_nt _order Set the default order of the same id evaluation rule in disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 the replace operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules.

Assembly

Assembly

replace_sameid_rule x86e_win64 Set the default order of the same id evaluation rule in disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 _order the replace operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules. replace_samename_ i486_nt rule_order Set the default order of the same name evaluation rule disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 in the replace operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules.

Assembly

Assembly

replace_samename_ x86e_win64 Set the default order of the same name evaluation rule disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 rule_order in the replace operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number - set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules. replace_sameparam i486_nt _rule_order Set the default order of the same parameters evaluation rule in the replace operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules. disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

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Assembly

Assembly

Assembly

Name Platform Description replace_sameparam x86e_win64 Set the default order of the same parameters _rule_order evaluation rule in the replace operation. Disable - the evaluation rule will be disabled by default. Number set the order of the rule relative to other evaluation rules. replace_unrelated_au i486_nt Availability of automatic reference pairing in unrelated tomatic replace. No - Automatic reference pairing is not available. Yes - Automatic reference pairing is available. replace_unrelated_au x86e_win64 Availability of automatic reference pairing in unrelated tomatic replace. No - Automatic reference pairing is not available. Yes - Automatic reference pairing is available. retrieve_instance_de i486_nt Determines whether to retrieve the dependencies of pendencies the generic when an instance is retrieved. retrieve_instance_de x86e_win64 Determines whether to retrieve the dependencies of pendencies the generic when an instance is retrieved. rv_current_object rv_current_object rv_search_scope Will control default option when setting a model or component as the current object. x86e_win64 Will control default option when setting a model or component as the current object. i486_nt Sets the search scope for children when entering the reference viewer. Session - Search all objects in session. Window - Search objects in the active window only. x86e_win64 Sets the search scope for children when entering the reference viewer. Session - Search all objects in session. Window - Search objects in the active window only. i486_nt Defines the search area for the component interface as a percentage of the component size during component placement. x86e_win64 Defines the search area for the component interface as a percentage of the component size during component placement. i486_nt

Values disable, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Default value 4

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

Assembly

Assembly Assembly Assembly

instance_deps_only, instance_and_generic_deps, instance_req_generic instance_deps_only, instance_and_generic_deps, instance_req_generic component, model, component + model component, model, component + model session, window

instance_req_generic

instance_req_generic

component component session

Assembly

rv_search_scope

session, window

session

Assembly

search_area_for_co mp_interfaces search_area_for_co mp_interfaces

100

Assembly

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Category Assembly

Name Platform search_not_retrieved i486_nt _models

Description Expands search to include models that have not been yes, no retrieved into session. If Yes, models will be brought into session possibly causing performance issues.

Values yes

Default value

Assembly

search_not_retrieved x86e_win64 Expands search to include models that have not been yes, no _models retrieved into session. If Yes, models will be brought into session possibly causing performance issues. sel_insts_on_comp_r i486_nt etrieval Yes - If the components used in the assembly instances are themselves generics, the systems asks if you want to choose an instance as each component is retrieved. No - The generic model of the component is retrieved automatically. Yes - If the components used in the assembly instances are themselves generics, the systems asks if you want to choose an instance as each component is retrieved. No - The generic model of the component is retrieved automatically. Displays the Shrinkwrap alert the first time the quality level is increased. Displays the Shrinkwrap alert the first time the quality level is increased. Determines the default model status while defining a new simplified rep. Determines the default model status while defining a new simplified rep. Determines the rep to be retrieved when selecting a reference. AutomaticRetrieves the minimum rep required to perform the operation. Determines the rep to be retrieved when selecting a reference. AutomaticRetrieves the minimum rep required to perform the operation. Determines on-demand retrieval behavior in simplified representation views. Prompt - Ask for confirmation before retrieving on-demand. Never_prompt - Retrieve models on-demand automatically with no confirmation. Disabled - on demand is disabled. yes, no

yes

Assembly

no

Assembly

sel_insts_on_comp_r x86e_win64 etrieval

yes, no

no

Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly

shrinkwrap_alert shrinkwrap_alert

i486_nt x86e_win64

yes, no yes, no exclude, master, graphics, geometry, light graphics rep exclude, master, graphics, geometry, light graphics rep automatic, master, disable

yes yes exclude exclude automatic

simprep_default_mod i486_nt el_status simprep_default_mod x86e_win64 el_status simprep_ondemand_ i486_nt selection simprep_ondemand_ x86e_win64 selection simprep_ondemand_ i486_nt settings

Assembly

automatic, master, disable

automatic

Assembly

prompt, never_prompt, disable never_prompt

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Category Assembly

Name Platform Description Values Default value simprep_ondemand_ x86e_win64 Determines on-demand retrieval behavior in simplified prompt, never_prompt, disable never_prompt settings representation views. Prompt - Ask for confirmation before retrieving on-demand. Never_prompt - Retrieve models on-demand automatically with no confirmation. Disabled - on demand is disabled. skeleton_model_defa i486_nt ult_color Specifies the color Creo Parametric uses to display new skeleton models. The three decimal values ranging from 0 through 100 specify (in order) the percentages of red, green, and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies medium blue. 0

Assembly

Assembly

skeleton_model_defa x86e_win64 Specifies the color Creo Parametric uses to display ult_color new skeleton models. The three decimal values ranging from 0 through 100 specify (in order) the percentages of red, green, and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies medium blue. Enables the dynamic snapping to constraints during the dragging of components. Enables the dynamic snapping to constraints during the dragging of components. Yes-Copy Geometry will try to update location of copied geometry based on changes to component placements even if some components are excluded or in graphics rep. update_copy_geom_l x86e_win64 Yes-Copy Geometry will try to update location of ocation copied geometry based on changes to component placements even if some components are excluded or in graphics rep. update_rep_refs i486_nt "Yes" updates top assembly simplified reps for replacements during regeneration and upon replacement. update_rep_refs x86e_win64 "Yes" updates top assembly simplified reps for replacements during regeneration and upon replacement. use_3d_thumbnail_in i486_nt Control the usage of 3D thumbnails when retrieving in _lwg_rep light weight graphic representation snap_to_constraints_ i486_nt during_drag snap_to_constraints_ x86e_win64 during_drag update_copy_geom_l i486_nt ocation yes, no yes, no yes, no

Assembly Assembly Assembly

yes yes yes

Assembly

yes, no

yes

Assembly

yes, no

yes

Assembly

yes, no

yes

Assembly

yes, no

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Category Assembly Assembly Assembly Assembly Process Assembly Process Assembly Process Assembly Process Assembly Process

Name use_3d_thumbnail_in _lwg_rep use_active_model_in _transform use_active_model_in _transform curr_proc_comp_def _color curr_proc_comp_def _color curr_proc_comp_def _font curr_proc_comp_def _font display_comps_to_as semble

Platform Description x86e_win64 Control the usage of 3D thumbnails when retrieving in light weight graphic representation i486_nt Transform analysis default behavior: use active model CSYS and units or not. x86e_win64 Transform analysis default behavior: use active model CSYS and units or not. i486_nt Specifies the default color used to display the current component in a process assembly. x86e_win64 Specifies the default color used to display the current component in a process assembly. i486_nt Specifies the default font used on the current component in a process assembly. x86e_win64 Specifies the default font used on the current component in a process assembly. i486_nt Yes - The design model goes into memory and displays. Pick process components from the design model or the Model Tree. No - Only the Model Tree displays. As you pick process components from the Model Tree, they go into memory.

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no yes no no 0 0

Default value

yes, no

yes

Assembly Process

display_comps_to_as x86e_win64 Yes - The design model goes into memory and semble displays. Pick process components from the design model or the Model Tree. No - Only the Model Tree displays. As you pick process components from the Model Tree, they go into memory. Specifies the color that offset lines are displayed in drawings. offset_line_def_color x86e_win64 Specifies the color that offset lines are displayed in drawings. offset_line_def_font i486_nt Specifies the font in which offset lines are displayed in drawings. offset_line_def_font x86e_win64 Specifies the font in which offset lines are displayed in drawings. prev_proc_comp_def i486_nt Specify the default color for components added to a _color process assembly in a previous step. prev_proc_comp_def x86e_win64 Specify the default color for components added to a _color process assembly in a previous step. offset_line_def_color i486_nt

yes, no

yes

Assembly Process Assembly Process Assembly Process Assembly Process Assembly Process Assembly Process

0 0

0 0

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Category Assembly Process Assembly Process Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design

Name prev_proc_comp_def _font prev_proc_comp_def _font allow_shrink_dim_bef ore allow_shrink_dim_bef ore default_mold_base_v endor default_mold_base_v endor default_shrink_formul a default_shrink_formul a mold_layout_origin_n ame mold_layout_origin_n ame mold_vol_surf_no_au to_rollback mold_vol_surf_no_au to_rollback pro_catalog_dir

Platform i486_nt

Description Specify the default font for previously added components in a process assembly. x86e_win64 Specify the default font for previously added components in a process assembly. i486_nt Allow calculation before relations. x86e_win64 Allow calculation before relations. i486_nt Default Value for Mold Base vendor.

Values

Default value

yes, no yes, no futaba_mm, dme, hasco, dme_mm, hasco_mm futaba_mm, dme, hasco, dme_mm, hasco_mm asme, simple

no no

x86e_win64 Default Value for Mold Base vendor. i486_nt

Default option of shrinkage formula: 1/(1-S) - ASME standard or 1+S (simple). x86e_win64 Default option of shrinkage formula: 1/(1-S) - ASME asme, simple standard or 1+S (simple). i486_nt Sets a specified coordinate system as the default for the cavity layout origin. x86e_win64 Sets a specified coordinate system as the default for the cavity layout origin. i486_nt Do not perform automatic rollback while modifying yes, no mold volumes or parting surfaces. x86e_win64 Do not perform automatic rollback while modifying yes, no mold volumes or parting surfaces. i486_nt Sets the path to the catalog directory containing the catalog menu and the names of other catalog files, such as ejector pins. For example: pro_catalog_dir proe_loadpoint/apps_data/mold_data/catalog. Use full path name to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Sets the path to the catalog directory containing the catalog menu and the names of other catalog files, such as ejector pins. For example: pro_catalog_dir proe_loadpoint/apps_data/mold_data/catalog. Use full path name to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for cavity layout rules. Use the full path name to avoid problems.

simple simple

no no

Casting & Mold Design

pro_catalog_dir

Casting & Mold Design

pro_cav_lay_rule_dir i486_nt

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Category Casting & Mold Design Casting & Mold Design

Casting & Mold Design

Colors Colors Colors

Name Platform Description pro_cav_lay_rule_dir x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for cavity layout rules. Use the full path name to avoid problems. shrinkage_value_disp i486_nt Determines how dimensions are displayed when shrinkage is applied to a model with lay Pro/MOLDESIGN. Percent_shrink - Dimensions appear with the shrinkage percent. shrinkage_value_disp x86e_win64 Determines how dimensions are displayed when lay shrinkage is applied to a model with Pro/MOLDESIGN. Percent_shrink - Dimensions appear with the shrinkage percent. color i486_nt Turns the colors on or off. Turning colors off displays the model wireframe in white. color x86e_win64 Turns the colors on or off. Turning colors off displays the model wireframe in white. color_ramp_size i486_nt Specifies the number of shades in a color ramp. Applicable to multi-color, shaded model displays of simulation / analysis results. System graphics must support 256 colors and color maps that compress. color_ramp_size x86e_win64 Specifies the number of shades in a color ramp. Applicable to multi-color, shaded model displays of simulation / analysis results. System graphics must support 256 colors and color maps that compress. i486_nt Specifies minimum allowable deviation between userdefined colors. Colors having RGB values within tolerance of existing colors cannot be created. Decreasing this setting allows more colors that are very similar in RGB value to be defined.

Values

Default value

final_value, percent_shrink

percent_shrink

final_value, percent_shrink

percent_shrink

no, yes no, yes

yes yes -1

Colors

-1

Colors

color_resolution

0.1

Colors

color_resolution

x86e_win64 Specifies minimum allowable deviation between userdefined colors. Colors having RGB values within tolerance of existing colors cannot be created. Decreasing this setting allows more colors that are very similar in RGB value to be defined.

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Category Colors

Name color_windows

Platform i486_nt

Description All_windows - Wireframe colors display in the main window and all auxiliary windows. One_window Colors display only in the main window. Auxiliary windows display wireframe in the default color.

Values all_windows, one_window

Default value all_windows

Colors

color_windows

x86e_win64 All_windows - Wireframe colors display in the main window and all auxiliary windows. One_window Colors display only in the main window. Auxiliary windows display wireframe in the default color. i486_nt Material Global Appearance file path.

all_windows, one_window

all_windows

Colors Colors Colors Colors Colors

global_appearance_fi le global_appearance_fi le mat_assign_appeara nce mat_assign_appeara nce number_user_colors

x86e_win64 Material Global Appearance file path. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt Control whether default appearance in material definition is automatically assigned to a part. Control whether default appearance in material definition is automatically assigned to a part. Specifies the maximum number of different wireframe colors that can display in the graphics area(s) at any given moment. Specifies the maximum number of different wireframe colors that can display in the graphics area(s) at any given moment. Specifies the directory path for a color map (.map) file to be loaded from disk. Use the full path name to avoid problems. Specifies the directory path for a color map (.map) file to be loaded from disk. Use the full path name to avoid problems. Suppress the Lightworks appearance conversion notification dialog. Suppress the Lightworks appearance conversion notification dialog. yes, no yes, no yes yes -1

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number_user_colors x86e_win64

-1

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pro_colormap_path

i486_nt

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pro_colormap_path

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suppress_appearanc i486_nt e_message suppress_appearanc x86e_win64 e_message

yes, no yes, no

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Name Platform system_background_ i486_nt color

Description Defines default graphics area background color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

Values 0

Default value

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system_background_ x86e_win64 Defines default graphics area background color. The color three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. system_colors_file Specifies the system color file. Use the full path name to avoid problems. system_colors_file x86e_win64 Specifies the system color file. Use the full path name to avoid problems. system_curves_color i486_nt Defines default curve color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. system_curves_color x86e_win64 Defines default curve color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. system_dimmed_me i486_nt Defines default secondary highlight color. The three nu_color decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. i486_nt system_dimmed_me x86e_win64 Defines default secondary highlight color. The three nu_color decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

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Name Platform system_edge_high_c i486_nt olor

Description Defines default edge highlight color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

Values 0

Default value

Colors

system_edge_high_c x86e_win64 Defines default edge highlight color. The three olor decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. system_geometry_co i486_nt lor Defines default color of solid wireframe entities. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

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system_geometry_co x86e_win64 Defines default color of solid wireframe entities. The lor three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. system_hidden_color i486_nt Defines default color of hidden, wireframe entities. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. system_hidden_color x86e_win64 Defines default color of hidden, wireframe entities. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

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Name Platform system_highlight_col i486_nt or

Description Defines default primary highlight color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

Values 0

Default value

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system_highlight_col x86e_win64 Defines default primary highlight color. The three or decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. system_letter_color i486_nt Defines default color of datum tags. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

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system_letter_color

x86e_win64 Defines default color of datum tags. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

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system_section_color i486_nt

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Defines default section color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. system_section_color x86e_win64 Defines default section color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

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Name Platform system_sheetmetal_ i486_nt color

Description Defines default color of Sheetmetal parts. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

Values 0

Default value

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system_sheetmetal_ x86e_win64 Defines default color of Sheetmetal parts. The three color decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. system_volume_color i486_nt Defines default color of Manufacturing volumes. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors.

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system_volume_color x86e_win64 Defines default color of Manufacturing volumes. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using View>Display Settings>System Colors. use_part_color_for_hi i486_nt dden_lines Determines how to color the hidden lines of parts that no, yes have user defined colors. "YES" - Use the dimmed part color for hidden lines.SYSTEM_HIDDEN_COLOR is ignored if it has been specified.

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no

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use_part_color_for_hi x86e_win64 Determines how to color the hidden lines of parts that no, yes dden_lines have user defined colors. "YES" - Use the dimmed part color for hidden lines.SYSTEM_HIDDEN_COLOR is ignored if it has been specified. acis_export_params acis_export_params For ACIS interface allows to export object, feature and yes, no entity level parameters. x86e_win64 For ACIS interface allows to export object, feature and yes, no entity level parameters. i486_nt

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Name acis_export_units acis_export_units atb_auto_check_on_ activate atb_auto_check_on_ activate atb_auto_check_on_r etrieve atb_auto_check_on_r etrieve atb_auto_check_on_ update atb_auto_check_on_ update atb_ident_cadds_files

Platform i486_nt

Description Allows selection of model units for ACIS export.

x86e_win64 Allows selection of model units for ACIS export. Sets state of ATB 'Auto Check Status On Activate' toggle. x86e_win64 Sets state of ATB 'Auto Check Status On Activate' toggle. i486_nt Sets state of ATB 'Auto Check Status On Retrieve' toggle. x86e_win64 Sets state of ATB 'Auto Check Status On Retrieve' toggle. i486_nt Sets state of ATB 'Auto Check Status On Update' toggle. x86e_win64 Sets state of ATB 'Auto Check Status On Update' toggle. i486_nt Allows to identify CADDS files in the file open browser. i486_nt

Values in, ft, m, mm, cm, micron, default in, ft, m, mm, cm, micron, default on, off on, off on, off on, off on, off on, off yes, no

Default value default default off off on on off off no no yes

atb_ident_cadds_files x86e_win64 Allows to identify CADDS files in the file open browser. yes, no atb_prod_asm_upd_ i486_nt by_comp_ids Allows to update a Pro/DESKTOP assembly based on yes, no assembly component ids, if set to YES. Otherwise, the update will be based on component names.

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atb_prod_asm_upd_ x86e_win64 Allows to update a Pro/DESKTOP assembly based on yes, no by_comp_ids assembly component ids, if set to YES. Otherwise, the update will be based on component names. atb_show_log i486_nt atb_show_log x86e_win64 auto_associate_dime i486_nt nsions Sets state of ATB 'Show Log' toggle. Sets state of ATB 'Show Log' toggle. If set to yes, Creo Parametric will attempt to take imported dimensions that are not associative and link them to geometric entities so that they act as associative. on, off on, off no, yes

yes

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Name Platform Description auto_associate_dime x86e_win64 If set to yes, Creo Parametric will attempt to take nsions imported dimensions that are not associative and link them to geometric entities so that they act as associative. cadds_import_layer i486_nt Allows import of CADDS5 layering. cadds_import_layer x86e_win64 Allows import of CADDS5 layering. catia_out_to_existing i486_nt Append - If the selected CATIA model already exists, _model the new data is appended to the existing CATIA file. Overwrite - If the selected CATIA model already exists, the newly exported file overwrites the existing one. catia_out_to_existing x86e_win64 Append - If the selected CATIA model already exists, _model the new data is appended to the existing CATIA file. Overwrite - If the selected CATIA model already exists, the newly exported file overwrites the existing one. cgm_use_pentable i486_nt No - Do not use a defined pen table for formatting of CGM export. cgm_use_pentable x86e_win64 No - Do not use a defined pen table for formatting of CGM export. cri_grafting_enable i486_nt Activates "Graft features" button under File menu. This allows user to graft features created in CRI model to active model. cri_grafting_enable x86e_win64 Activates "Graft features" button under File menu. This allows user to graft features created in CRI model to active model. dazix_default_placem i486_nt Specifies the units to be used for data imported in ent_unit Dazix files. dazix_default_placem x86e_win64 Specifies the units to be used for data imported in ent_unit Dazix files. dazix_export_mounth i486_nt Yes - Causes the MOUNTHOLE section of a Dazix file ole to be processed as a mount hole.No - Causes the MOUNTHOLE section to be processed as a cut.

Values no, yes no

Default value

yes, no yes, no append, overwrite

yes yes append

append, overwrite

append

no, yes no, yes yes, no

no no no

yes, no

no

micron, mm, thou micron, mm, thou yes, no no

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Name Platform Description dazix_export_mounth x86e_win64 Yes - Causes the MOUNTHOLE section of a Dazix file yes, no ole to be processed as a mount hole.No - Causes the MOUNTHOLE section to be processed as a cut. dazix_z_translation dazix_z_translation direct_vrml direct_vrml dwg_export_format dwg_export_format i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 Yes - Passes the objects in the .edn files through z translation. Yes - Passes the objects in the .edn files through z translation. Yes - Enables direct VRML conversion. Yes - Enables direct VRML conversion. Provides the ability to choose DWG file version when exporting from Creo Parametric drawing. Provides the ability to choose DWG file version when exporting from Creo Parametric drawing. Specifies whether or not DXF BLOCKS to be imported as Creo Parametric symbols. Yes - Imports BLOCKS as symbol definitions, No - Imports BLOCKS as separate entities. Specifies whether or not DXF BLOCKS to be imported as Creo Parametric symbols. Yes - Imports BLOCKS as symbol definitions, No - Imports BLOCKS as separate entities. Provides the ability to choose DXF file version when exporting from Creo Parametric drawing. Provides the ability to choose DXF file version when exporting from Creo Parametric drawing. Default, faceted boundary representation is allowed in import. Default, faceted boundary representation is allowed in import. Controls the input support for ACAD_PROXY_ENTITY. Controls the input support for ACAD_PROXY_ENTITY. yes, no yes, no

Values no

Default value

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yes yes no no 2007 2007 no

yes, no yes, no 14, 2000, 2004, 2007, 2010 14, 2000, 2004, 2007, 2010 yes, no

dxf_block_to_pro_sy i486_nt mbol

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dxf_block_to_pro_sy x86e_win64 mbol

yes, no

no

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dxf_export_format dxf_export_format

i486_nt x86e_win64

dxf_in_faceted_brep i486_nt dxf_in_faceted_brep x86e_win64 dxf_in_proxy_entity dxf_in_proxy_entity i486_nt x86e_win64

12, 13, 14, 2000, 2004, 2007, 2007 2010 12, 13, 14, 2000, 2004, 2007, 2007 2010 yes, no yes yes, no no, yes no, yes yes yes yes

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Name dxf_out_comments

Platform i486_nt

Description YES - comments (999 group codes) will be created in yes, no DXF file exported from Creo Parametric. NO - DXF file will be created without comment lines.

Values yes

Default value

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x86e_win64 YES - comments (999 group codes) will be created in yes, no DXF file exported from Creo Parametric. NO - DXF file will be created without comment lines.

yes

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Specify whether or not to export drawing scale to the yes, no DXF or DWG file. Yes - Includes a scale factor DIMLFAC in the exported DXF/DWG. No - Exports without using a scale for the drawing. Set to Yes when exporting to read into AutoCAD. dxf_out_drawing_scal x86e_win64 Specify whether or not to export drawing scale to the yes, no e DXF or DWG file. Yes - Includes a scale factor DIMLFAC in the exported DXF/DWG. No - Exports without using a scale for the drawing. Set to Yes when exporting to read into AutoCAD. dxf_out_scale_views i486_nt Specify whether or not to scale drawing views when yes, no exporting to theDXF or DWG file.Yes - rescales the entire drawing in such a way that the main viewscale becomes 1:1. No - exports without rescaling. dxf_out_scale_views x86e_win64 Specify whether or not to scale drawing views when exporting to theDXF or DWG file.Yes - rescales the entire drawing in such a way that the main viewscale becomes 1:1. No - exports without rescaling. dxf_out_sep_dim_w_ i486_nt breaks yes, no

dxf_out_drawing_scal i486_nt e

no

no

no

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no

Data Exchange

YES - Breaks dimensions with breaks on witness lines yes, no to separate entities and preserves the original picture. No - Exports such dimensions as DXF DIMENSION entities and removes the breaks on witness lines.

no

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dxf_out_sep_dim_w_ x86e_win64 YES - Breaks dimensions with breaks on witness lines yes, no breaks to separate entities and preserves the original picture. No - Exports such dimensions as DXF DIMENSION entities and removes the breaks on witness lines.

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Name dxfio_in_sjis

Description Determines if the SJIS is supported when importing/exporting DXF files in Japanese dxfio_in_sjis x86e_win64 Determines if the SJIS is supported when importing/exporting DXF files in Japanese ecad_area_default_i i486_nt Defines how imported ECAD areas are treated. mport Cosm_area - Treats imported ECAD areas as cosmetic area features. 3d_volume - Imports ECAD areas with Z-heights as a 3D enclosed quilt. ecad_area_default_i x86e_win64 Defines how imported ECAD areas are treated. mport Cosm_area - Treats imported ECAD areas as cosmetic area features. 3d_volume - Imports ECAD areas with Z-heights as a 3D enclosed quilt. ecad_board_csys_de i486_nt f_name Specifies the default coordinate system name added to an ECAD board being imported. If you do not set this variable, the system prompts you for a name.

Platform i486_nt

Values yes, no yes, no 3d_volume, cosm_area yes yes

Default value

cosm_area

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3d_volume, cosm_area

cosm_area

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ecad_board_csys_de x86e_win64 Specifies the default coordinate system name added f_name to an ECAD board being imported. If you do not set this variable, the system prompts you for a name. ecad_comp_csys_de i486_nt f_name Specifies the default coordinate system name added to an ECAD component being imported. If you do not set this variable, the system prompts you for a name.

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ecad_comp_csys_de x86e_win64 Specifies the default coordinate system name added f_name to an ECAD component being imported. If you do not set this variable, the system prompts you for a name. ecad_comp_layer_m i486_nt ap ecad_comp_layer_m x86e_win64 ap Allow layer mapping for ECAD component's import into Assembly. Allow layer mapping for ECAD component's import into Assembly. yes, no yes, no yes yes

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Name Platform ecad_comp_naming_ i486_nt convention

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Description ECAD_NAME / ECAD_ALT_NAME - Uses the components package name or part number as the part name.ECAD_NAME_ECAD_ALT_NAME Concatenates the component's package name and part number as the part name. ecad_comp_naming_ x86e_win64 ECAD_NAME / ECAD_ALT_NAME - Uses the convention components package name or part number as the part name.ECAD_NAME_ECAD_ALT_NAME Concatenates the component's package name and part number as the part name. ecad_comp_xsec_de i486_nt Will allow pre-setting default X-section to be used for f_name component outline output to *.eda format. ecad_comp_xsec_de x86e_win64 Will allow pre-setting default X-section to be used for f_name component outline output to *.eda format. ecad_create_hint_ad i486_nt Assists in creation of an ecad_hint.map file. Yes d Automatically renames components, if necessary, each time library of component outlines is imported to Creo Parametric. This does not create an ecad_hint.map file. It controls if ecad_hint.add is created. ecad_create_hint_ad x86e_win64 Assists in creation of an ecad_hint.map file. Yes d Automatically renames components, if necessary, each time library of component outlines is imported to Creo Parametric. This does not create an ecad_hint.map file. It controls if ecad_hint.add is created. ecad_default_comp_ i486_nt Sets default value and units for an ECAD component height being imported. Units can be: inch, mil (1E-3 inches), thou (1E-6 inches), cm, mm, micron (1E-6 meters), dsu (1E-8 meters). If not set, the system uses the current component's units. ecad_default_comp_ x86e_win64 Sets default value and units for an ECAD component height being imported. Units can be: inch, mil (1E-3 inches), thou (1E-6 inches), cm, mm, micron (1E-6 meters), dsu (1E-8 meters). If not set, the system uses the current component's units.

Values ecad_name, ecad_name_ecad_alt_name, ecad_alt_name

Default value ecad_name

ecad_name, ecad_name_ecad_alt_name, ecad_alt_name

ecad_name

no, yes

yes

no, yes

yes

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Name ecad_default_comp_ place_status ecad_default_comp_ place_status ecad_edmd_out_vers ion ecad_edmd_out_vers ion ecad_exp_both_two_ areas

Platform i486_nt

Description Sets default component placement status for export (parameter setting will override the default). x86e_win64 Sets default component placement status for export (parameter setting will override the default). i486_nt Set the EDMD output version. x86e_win64 Set the EDMD output version. i486_nt

Values Default value unplaced, fixed, placed, mcad, placed ecad unplaced, fixed, placed, mcad, placed ecad 1.2, 2.0 2 1.2, 2.0 2 no

Supports the export of ECAD areas with different yes, no "Above Board" and "Below Board" conditions."yes" Enables you to export both sided keep-in/keep-out ECAD areas as two individual areas (top and bottom).

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ecad_exp_both_two_ x86e_win64 Supports the export of ECAD areas with different yes, no areas "Above Board" and "Below Board" conditions."yes" Enables you to export both sided keep-in/keep-out ECAD areas as two individual areas (top and bottom). ecad_export_cuts_as _holes ecad_export_cuts_as _holes ecad_export_holes_a s_cuts ecad_export_holes_a s_cuts ecad_import_holes_a s_features Exports Creo Parametric cuts as holes to ECAD systems. x86e_win64 Exports Creo Parametric cuts as holes to ECAD systems. i486_nt Exports Creo Parametric holes as cuts to ECAD systems. x86e_win64 Exports Creo Parametric holes as cuts to ECAD systems. i486_nt Import sections specified as DRILLED_HOLE as through-all holes. Boards created with Creo Parametric drilled holes export with default value of NPTH for the ECAD_HOLE_TYPE parameter. Create this feature parameter if a value of PTH is needed (IDF 2.0/3.0). ecad_import_holes_a x86e_win64 Import sections specified as DRILLED_HOLE as s_features through-all holes. Boards created with Creo Parametric drilled holes export with default value of NPTH for the ECAD_HOLE_TYPE parameter. Create this feature parameter if a value of PTH is needed (IDF 2.0/3.0). i486_nt yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

no

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yes yes no no yes

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Name Platform Description ecad_import_relative i486_nt Defines the relative accuracy used in ECAD import. _accuracy ecad_import_relative x86e_win64 Defines the relative accuracy used in ECAD import. _accuracy ecad_mapping_file i486_nt Specify the ecad_hint.map file that will be used for ECAD operations. ecad_mapping_file x86e_win64 Specify the ecad_hint.map file that will be used for ECAD operations. ecad_missing_comp i486_nt Setup default status for missing components in onent_status "Investigate Placement" Dialog. ecad_missing_comp x86e_win64 Setup default status for missing components in onent_status "Investigate Placement" Dialog. ecad_mtg_hole_impo i486_nt Setup the default for the import of ECAD Holes type rt MTG (IDF 3.0 or IDX ONLY) ecad_mtg_hole_impo x86e_win64 Setup the default for the import of ECAD Holes type rt MTG (IDF 3.0 or IDX ONLY) ecad_other_outl_csy i486_nt Specifies the default coordinate system name for the s_def_name .OTHER_OUTLINE section of an IDF 2.0 ECAD component being imported. If you do not set this variable, the system uses ECAD DEFAULT as coordinate system name. ecad_other_outl_csy x86e_win64 Specifies the default coordinate system name for the s_def_name .OTHER_OUTLINE section of an IDF 2.0 ECAD component being imported. If you do not set this variable, the system uses ECAD DEFAULT as coordinate system name. ecad_panel_csys_def i486_nt Specifies the default coordinate system name added _name to an ECAD panel being imported. If you do not set this variable, the system prompts you for a name. ecad_panel_csys_def x86e_win64 Specifies the default coordinate system name added _name to an ECAD panel being imported. If you do not set this variable, the system prompts you for a name. ecad_pin_hole_impor i486_nt t ecad_pin_hole_impor x86e_win64 t Set up the default for the import of ECAD Holes from type PIN (IDF 3.0 or IDX ONLY) Set up the default for the import of ECAD Holes from type PIN (IDF 3.0 or IDX ONLY)

Values 0.0012 0.0012

Default value

keep_missing, delete_missing keep_missing keep_missing, delete_missing keep_missing yes, no, as lightweight yes, no, as lightweight yes yes

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yes, no, as lightweight yes, no, as lightweight

no no

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Name Platform ecad_reject_strategy i486_nt ecad_reject_strategy x86e_win64 ecad_set_intercomm _compatible ecad_set_intercomm _compatible ecad_tool_hole_impo rt ecad_tool_hole_impo rt ecad_via_hole_impor t ecad_via_hole_impor t efx_enabled efx_enabled enable_acis_export_ extension enable_acis_export_ extension enable_cadra_export i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Description Configures the way the changes are rejected.

Values ui_based, as_original, as_base Configures the way the changes are rejected. ui_based, as_original, as_base Yes - Set both EDA format version and output method no, yes to support InterComm product, yes or no. Yes - Set both EDA format version and output method no, yes to support InterComm product, yes or no. Setup the default for the import of ECAD Holes type yes, no, as lightweight TOOL (IDF 3.0 or IDX ONLY) Setup the default for the import of ECAD Holes type yes, no, as lightweight TOOL (IDF 3.0 or IDX ONLY) Set up the default for the import of ECAD Holes from yes, no, as lightweight type VIA (IDF 3.0 or IDX ONLY) Set up the default for the import of ECAD Holes from yes, no, as lightweight type VIA (IDF 3.0 or IDX ONLY) Loads EFX application. yes, no Loads EFX application. yes, no Enable ACIS export extension. yes, no yes, no

Default value ui_based ui_based no no yes yes yes yes no no no no no

x86e_win64 Enable ACIS export extension. i486_nt

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Enables the CADRA command in the EXPORT menu. no, yes This enables the creation of a CADRA specific IGES file. enable_cadra_export x86e_win64 Enables the CADRA command in the EXPORT menu. no, yes This enables the creation of a CADRA specific IGES file. explode_iges_dimens i486_nt Controls how dimensions are treated when importing yes, no ion_note an IGES drawing file. Yes - Each IGES dimension explodes into an independent note with the dimension text and a dimension with an empty note. No Dimensions are treated as before.

no

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Name Platform Description explode_iges_dimens x86e_win64 Controls how dimensions are treated when importing yes, no ion_note an IGES drawing file. Yes - Each IGES dimension explodes into an independent note with the dimension text and a dimension with an empty note. No Dimensions are treated as before. export_3d_force_def i486_nt ault_naming Specify whether the Creo Parametric model names should be used for STEP export. Yes - Use default naming. No - Add suffixes to model file names. yes, no

Values no

Default value

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no

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export_3d_force_def x86e_win64 Specify whether the Creo Parametric model names ault_naming should be used for STEP export. Yes - Use default naming. No - Add suffixes to model file names. export_to_shipit export_to_shipit extend_cvpath extend_cvpath fix_autocad_iges_text _scale fix_autocad_iges_text _scale fix_catia_iges_sym_n ote fix_catia_iges_sym_n ote fix_imported_set_vie w_orient i486_nt Enable Ship-it interface export. x86e_win64 Enable Ship-it interface export. i486_nt Extends CVPATH search path for CADDS5 data exchanging. x86e_win64 Extends CVPATH search path for CADDS5 data exchanging. i486_nt Fixes scaling problems with AutoCAD releases earlier than Release 10. Yes - Repairs AutoCAD files appropriately. x86e_win64 Fixes scaling problems with AutoCAD releases earlier than Release 10. Yes - Repairs AutoCAD files appropriately. i486_nt Corrects a problem caused by multiple rotations of a note in a CATIA IGES file. Yes - Rectifies any discrepancies. x86e_win64 Corrects a problem caused by multiple rotations of a note in a CATIA IGES file. Yes - Rectifies any discrepancies. i486_nt Sets viewing characteristics for imported CATIA SET files. Yes - Files can have translated views. No - Files cannot have translated views.

yes, no

no

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yes, no yes, no

no no

yes, no

no

Data Exchange

yes, no

no

Data Exchange

yes, no

no

Data Exchange

yes, no

no

Data Exchange

yes, no

no

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Name Platform Description fix_imported_set_vie x86e_win64 Sets viewing characteristics for imported CATIA SET w_orient files. Yes - Files can have translated views. No - Files cannot have translated views. frt_enabled i486_nt Loads feature recognition application. frt_enabled x86e_win64 Loads feature recognition application. iges_clip_view_ent i486_nt Determines whether IGES entities are clipped with regards to IGES views. YES - Entities outside the view outline are clipped. NO - No clipping. iges_clip_view_ent

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no yes

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x86e_win64 Determines whether IGES entities are clipped with yes, no regards to IGES views. YES - Entities outside the view outline are clipped. NO - No clipping. i486_nt no_clip, full_clip, partial_clip

yes

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iges_clip_view_note

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Determines how IGES notes are clipped with regards to IGES views. No_clip - No clipping. Full_clip - Notes that are partially outside the view outline are clipped. Partial_clip - Notes completely outside the view outline are clipped. iges_clip_view_note x86e_win64 Determines how IGES notes are clipped with regards to IGES views. No_clip - No clipping. Full_clip - Notes that are partially outside the view outline are clipped. Partial_clip - Notes completely outside the view outline are clipped. iges_export_dwg_vie i486_nt Yes - Exports drawing view information. No - Does not ws export drawing view information. iges_export_dwg_vie x86e_win64 Yes - Exports drawing view information. No - Does not ws export drawing view information. iges_in_dwg_color i486_nt Yes - Import RGB information to IGES files. The color definition entities in the IGES file are imported to the drawings as user-defined colors. No - The colordefinition entities in the IGES files are ignored when importing to the drawing. iges_in_dwg_color x86e_win64 Yes - Import RGB information to IGES files. The color definition entities in the IGES file are imported to the drawings as user-defined colors. No - The colordefinition entities in the IGES files are ignored when importing to the drawing.

no_clip

no_clip, full_clip, partial_clip

no_clip

yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no

yes, no

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Name Platform iges_in_dwg_line_fon i486_nt t

Description Controls the import of user-defined line fonts. Yes yes, no Give default names to user-defined line styles without names in order ("IGES_1," "IGES_2" etc.). No Imports the user-defined line fonts as Solid line font.

Values no

Default value

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iges_in_dwg_line_fon x86e_win64 Controls the import of user-defined line fonts. Yes yes, no t Give default names to user-defined line styles without names in order ("IGES_1," "IGES_2" etc.). No Imports the user-defined line fonts as Solid line font. iges_in_group_to_dw i486_nt g_layer iges_in_group_to_dw x86e_win64 g_layer iges_note_disp i486_nt Yes - Converts an IGES group to drawing layers. No The IGES group is not converted. Yes - Converts an IGES group to drawing layers. No The IGES group is not converted. Determines what to do when IGES note entities do not point to any views or the drawing entity. See the configuration option iges_zero_view_disp. iges_note_disp x86e_win64 Determines what to do when IGES note entities do not point to any views or the drawing entity. See the configuration option iges_zero_view_disp. iges_out_all_srfs_as i486_nt Default - Outputs all surfaces as appropriate IGES surfaces. 114 - This option applies only to representations of surface shape. Trimmed surface entities (type 144) are exported regardless of setting. 128 - Outputs all surfaces as IGES B-spline surfaces. no, yes no, yes as_geometry, all_views, no_views, as_is as_geometry, all_views, no_views, as_is 128, 114, default

no

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no no all_views

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all_views

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default

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iges_out_all_srfs_as x86e_win64 Default - Outputs all surfaces as appropriate IGES 128, 114, default surfaces. 114 - This option applies only to representations of surface shape. Trimmed surface entities (type 144) are exported regardless of setting. 128 - Outputs all surfaces as IGES B-spline surfaces. iges_out_assembly_d i486_nt efault_mode Set default for assembly export via IGES. Flat - Single flat, one_level, all_levels, level model. One_level - Assy structure with pointers all_parts to components. All_levels - Assy structure with all comps to IGES files. All_parts - Assy to IGES files with geominfo of comps and assy feats.

default

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flat

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Name Platform Description Values iges_out_assembly_d x86e_win64 Set default for assembly export via IGES. Flat - Single flat, one_level, all_levels, efault_mode level model. One_level - Assy structure with pointers all_parts to components. All_levels - Assy structure with all comps to IGES files. All_parts - Assy to IGES files with geominfo of comps and assy feats. Yes - Enables the desired width of a gtol symbol to be exported to CATIA. Yes - Enables the desired width of a gtol symbol to be exported to CATIA. Yes - Breaks a large note (greater than 70 strings) down into smaller notes, each producing an IGES entity. iges_out_catia_notes x86e_win64 Yes - Breaks a large note (greater than 70 strings) down into smaller notes, each producing an IGES entity. iges_out_dwg_color i486_nt Yes - Enables the export of RGB information to IGES files. The user-defined colors in the drawing are exported to an IGES file as color definition entities. No - Ignores the user-defined colors in the drawing when exporting IGES file. iges_out_dwg_color x86e_win64 Yes - Enables the export of RGB information to IGES files. The user-defined colors in the drawing are exported to an IGES file as color definition entities. No - Ignores the user-defined colors in the drawing when exporting IGES file. iges_out_dwg_line_fo i486_nt Controls the export of user-defined line font through nt IGES. No - Exports all geometry as solid font. iges_out_dwg_line_fo x86e_win64 Controls the export of user-defined line font through nt IGES. No - Exports all geometry as solid font. iges_out_ent_as_bsp i486_nt line iges_out_catia_gdt_w i486_nt idth iges_out_catia_gdt_w x86e_win64 idth iges_out_catia_notes i486_nt yes, no yes, no yes, no

Default value flat

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no no no

Data Exchange

yes, no

no

Data Exchange

yes, no

no

Data Exchange

yes, no

no

Data Exchange

yes, no

no

Data Exchange

yes, no

no

Data Exchange

True - Exports all geometry entities, other than lines or true, false arcs, as third-degree B-splines. False - Does not export entities as third-degree B-splines.

FALSE

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Name Platform Description Values iges_out_ent_as_bsp x86e_win64 True - Exports all geometry entities, other than lines or true, false line arcs, as third-degree B-splines. False - Does not export entities as third-degree B-splines. Yes - Specifies IGES output with special JAMA-IS subset specification, compliant with the version 1.02 of JAMA-IS (Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association IGES Subset Specification). No Specifies normal IGES. iges_out_jamais_co x86e_win64 Yes - Specifies IGES output with special JAMA-IS mpliant subset specification, compliant with the version 1.02 of JAMA-IS (Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association IGES Subset Specification). No Specifies normal IGES. iges_out_mil_d_2800 i486_nt Yes - Specifies IGES output that uses the MIL-D0 28000 entity subset. iges_out_mil_d_2800 x86e_win64 Yes - Specifies IGES output that uses the MIL-D0 28000 entity subset. iges_out_spl_crvs_as i486_nt Converts all part geometry spline curves to IGES _126 entity 126 (B-spline) when creating an IGES file. iges_out_spl_crvs_as x86e_win64 Converts all part geometry spline curves to IGES _126 entity 126 (B-spline) when creating an IGES file. iges_out_spl_srfs_as i486_nt Converts all part geometry spline surfaces to IGES _128 entity 128 (B-spline) when creating an IGES file. iges_out_spl_srfs_as x86e_win64 Converts all part geometry spline surfaces to IGES _128 entity 128 (B-spline) when creating an IGES file. iges_out_start_note i486_nt Yes - Exports the text specified by system_iges_header_file and user_iges_header_file as a note on the drawing. To control note placement, use the configuration file option put_iges_drawing_entity. x86e_win64 Yes - Exports the text specified by system_iges_header_file and user_iges_header_file as a note on the drawing. To control note placement, use the configuration file option put_iges_drawing_entity. iges_out_jamais_co mpliant i486_nt yes, no

Default value FALSE

Data Exchange

no

Data Exchange

yes, no

no

Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange

yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes no, yes

no no yes yes yes

Data Exchange

no, yes

yes

Data Exchange

yes, no

no

Data Exchange

iges_out_start_note

yes, no

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Name Platform iges_out_symbol_enti i486_nt ty iges_out_symbol_enti x86e_win64 ty iges_out_trim_curve_ i486_nt deviation iges_out_trim_curve_ x86e_win64 deviation iges_out_trim_xyz iges_out_trim_xyz i486_nt x86e_win64

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Data Exchange

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iges_out_trm_srfs_as i486_nt _143 iges_out_trm_srfs_as x86e_win64 _143 iges_zero_view_disp i486_nt

Description Exports a drawing symbol as an IGES general symbol entity, IGES type number 228 (yes), or as its component entities: notes and lines. Exports a drawing symbol as an IGES general symbol entity, IGES type number 228 (yes), or as its component entities: notes and lines. Sets the maximum value for the distance between an XYZ trimming curve (boundary) and the underlying surface of a trimmed surface Sets the maximum value for the distance between an XYZ trimming curve (boundary) and the underlying surface of a trimmed surface Controls whether or not XYZ data is output in addition to UV data for trimmed surfaces. Controls whether or not XYZ data is output in addition to UV data for trimmed surfaces. Yes - Exports all surfaces to IGES entities 141 and 143. This overrides option iges_out_trm_xyz. Yes - Exports all surfaces to IGES entities 141 and 143. This overrides option iges_out_trm_xyz. When IGES geometry does not point to any views or the drawing entity. All_views - Creates a copy of the entity for each view. No_views - Does not create the entity at all. As_is - Creates the entity once, using only its own transformation information.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

-1

-1

yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes all_views, no_views, as_is

yes yes no no all_views

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iges_zero_view_disp x86e_win64 When IGES geometry does not point to any views or all_views, no_views, as_is the drawing entity. All_views - Creates a copy of the entity for each view. No_views - Does not create the entity at all. As_is - Creates the entity once, using only its own transformation information. interface_quality i486_nt Sets amount of checking for overlapping lines and collecting lines of same pen color before exporting plot or 2-D file. 0 - No check or collection. 1 - No check, but collection. 2 - Partial check and collection. 3 Complete check and collection.

all_views

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Name interface_quality

Platform Description x86e_win64 Sets amount of checking for overlapping lines and collecting lines of same pen color before exporting plot or 2-D file. 0 - No check or collection. 1 - No check, but collection. 2 - Partial check and collection. 3 Complete check and collection. Allows the user to solidify all closed quilts during yes, no import CADDS5 model. Allows the user to solidify all closed quilts during yes, no import CADDS5 model. Allows the user to switch between the default and 14, 15 alternate converter version for interface with CADDS5

Values 3

Default value

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intf_cadds_import_m i486_nt ake_solid intf_cadds_import_m x86e_win64 ake_solid intf_cadds_version i486_nt

no no 14

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intf_cadds_version

x86e_win64 Allows the user to switch between the default and 14, 15 alternate converter version for interface with CADDS5 Specifies not to generate or generate short or long log files for data exchange import operations. Specifies not to generate or generate short or long log files for data exchange import operations. Yes - Converts an IGES or DXF point entity to a drawing point. Yes - Converts an IGES or DXF point entity to a drawing point. Controls if associativity in an imported IGES view is preserved. 3D_VIEWS - tries to create 3D views if 3D model exists in the file. 2D_VIEWS - Imported IGES views work as 2D. No - Imported IGES views are exploded and become unrelated. Controls if associativity in an imported IGES view is preserved. 3D_VIEWS - tries to create 3D views if 3D model exists in the file. 2D_VIEWS - Imported IGES views work as 2D. No - Imported IGES views are exploded and become unrelated. Default, no profiles in a data exchange file will be extracted for use. Default, no profiles in a data exchange file will be extracted for use. no, short, long no, short, long yes, no yes, no no, 2d_views, 3d_views

14

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intf_generate_log_file i486_nt intf_generate_log_file x86e_win64 intf_in_dwg_pnt_ent intf_in_dwg_pnt_ent intf_in_dwg_view i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

short short no no 2d_views

Data Exchange

intf_in_dwg_view

x86e_win64

no, 2d_views, 3d_views

2d_views

Data Exchange Data Exchange

intf_in_extract_profile i486_nt s intf_in_extract_profile x86e_win64 s

none, comp, all none, comp, all

none none

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Name Platform intf_in_granite_direct i486_nt _enable

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intf_in_granite_direct x86e_win64 _enable

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intf_in_layer_asm_di i486_nt alog

Data Exchange

intf_in_layer_asm_di x86e_win64 alog

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intf_in_profile_default i486_nt intf_in_profile_default x86e_win64 intf_out_as_bezier intf_out_as_bezier intf_out_asm_mappe d_item intf_out_asm_mappe d_item intf_out_assign_nam es i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

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intf_out_assign_nam x86e_win64 es

Description Allows the user to switch back to the old 'Import Feature' method of reading Desktop .des files and Granite .g files into Creo Parametric. By default, Creo Parametric directly opens these models. Allows the user to switch back to the old 'Import Feature' method of reading Desktop .des files and Granite .g files into Creo Parametric. By default, Creo Parametric directly opens these models. Yes - Presents a dialog box to control the import of both layers and assemblies. You can choose from the list of layers and/or solids available in the file to select one or more for import. Yes - Presents a dialog box to control the import of both layers and assemblies. You can choose from the list of layers and/or solids available in the file to select one or more for import. Specifies the name of the existing import profile to use by default. Specifies the name of the existing import profile to use by default. Exports all B-splines as Bezier surfaces. Exports all B-splines as Bezier surfaces. Export assembly components and instances using MAPPED ITEM entity. Export assembly components and instances using MAPPED ITEM entity. Controls how entity names are handled when an object is exported to STEP format from part or assembly mode. You can give unique names to Creo Parametric datum points, datum axes, datum curves, surfaces, edges, and quilts. Controls how entity names are handled when an object is exported to STEP format from part or assembly mode. You can give unique names to Creo Parametric datum points, datum axes, datum curves, surfaces, edges, and quilts.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no_name, user_name, id_name

no no no no no_name

no_name, user_name, id_name

no_name

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Description Yes - Automatically assigns interface IDs for layers that were not assigned IDs during export. No - Does not assign interface IDs for layers that were not assigned IDs during export. intf_out_auto_layer_i x86e_win64 Yes - Automatically assigns interface IDs for layers ds that were not assigned IDs during export. No - Does not assign interface IDs for layers that were not assigned IDs during export. intf_out_blanked_enti i486_nt Filters export of entities based on their blank status ties intf_out_blanked_enti x86e_win64 Filters export of entities based on their blank status ties intf_out_cat_start_mo i486_nt Specifies Catia start model to be used for CATIA II del .model export. intf_out_cat_start_mo x86e_win64 Specifies Catia start model to be used for CATIA II del .model export. intf_out_ed_recipe_fil i486_nt Sets the Creo View recipe file for export to .ed and e .edz formats. For use with Windchill 8.0 and earlier servers intf_out_ed_recipe_fil x86e_win64 Sets the Creo View recipe file for export to .ed and .edz formats. For use with Windchill 8.0 and earlier e servers intf_out_layer i486_nt Layer mapping mechanism providing an ability to group entities to layers or blocks.

Name Platform intf_out_auto_layer_i i486_nt ds

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no

yes yes

none, part_layer, block_layer, none block_nested_layer, block_view_based_layer, block_nested_view_based_lay er none, part_layer, block_layer, none block_nested_layer, block_view_based_layer, block_nested_view_based_lay er

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intf_out_layer

x86e_win64 Layer mapping mechanism providing an ability to group entities to layers or blocks.

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intf_out_layer_renam i486_nt e_table intf_out_layer_renam x86e_win64 e_table

Enables you to assign interface ids to layers during export Enables you to assign interface ids to layers during export

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Name Platform intf_out_max_bspl_d i486_nt egree intf_out_max_bspl_d x86e_win64 egree intf_out_pvs_recipe_f i486_nt ile intf_out_pvs_recipe_f x86e_win64 ile intf_out_text_length i486_nt

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Data Exchange

Data Exchange

intf_out_text_length

x86e_win64

Data Exchange

intf_profile_dir

i486_nt

Data Exchange

intf_profile_dir

x86e_win64

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intf_pv_recipe_dir intf_pv_recipe_dir intf_ug_version intf_ug_version

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64

Description Controls the maximum degree of exported B-spline surfaces when exporting through IGES Controls the maximum degree of exported B-spline surfaces when exporting through IGES Sets the Creo View recipe file for export to .pvs and .pvz formats. For use with Windchill 9.0 and later servers Sets the Creo View recipe file for export to .pvs and .pvz formats. For use with Windchill 9.0 and later servers Sets text length in exported 2-D. As_is - Width of each character is width of strokes. Full_size - Width of each character is width of character text box. Adjusted Adjusts spacing so no extra space left and end/start character do not overlap. Sets text length in exported 2-D. As_is - Width of each character is width of strokes. Full_size - Width of each character is width of character text box. Adjusted Adjusts spacing so no extra space left and end/start character do not overlap. Specifies the directory where import and export profiles are stored. Use the full path to avoid problems. Specifies the directory where import and export profiles are stored. Use the full path to avoid problems. Sets the directory for user defined Creo View recipe files Sets the directory for user defined Creo View recipe files Sets the version of Unigraphics interface. Sets the version of Unigraphics interface.

Values 16 16

Default value

as_is, full_size, adjusted

full_size

as_is, full_size, adjusted

full_size

nx5, nx6, nx7 nx5, nx6, nx7

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Data Exchange

Data Exchange

Data Exchange

Data Exchange

Description Yes - IGES,DXF,STEP files with variable sized sheet information are imported andput on the appropriate variable-size format. Without a sheet size, the system tries to apply the correct variable-size format.No - The IGES,DXF,STEP drawing isplaced on a standardsized format. intf_use_variable_siz x86e_win64 Yes - IGES,DXF,STEP files with variable sized sheet information are imported andput on the appropriate e variable-size format. Without a sheet size, the system tries to apply the correct variable-size format.No - The IGES,DXF,STEP drawing isplaced on a standardsized format. YES - For import and export, fixes compatibility intf2d_fit_incompatibl i486_nt problems between 2-D external formats (such as e_data IGES and DXF) and Creo Parametric. intf2d_fit_incompatibl x86e_win64 YES - For import and export, fixes compatibility problems between 2-D external formats (such as e_data IGES and DXF) and Creo Parametric. YES - Exports draft xhatching as IGES sectioned area intf2d_iges_out_hatc i486_nt entity. NO - exports draft xhatching as separate h geometric entities. intf2d_iges_out_hatc x86e_win64 YES - Exports draft xhatching as IGES sectioned area entity. NO - exports draft xhatching as separate h geometric entities. intf2d_in_acad_ignor i486_nt YES - Ignore the 3DSOLID entities, if they exist, in the e_3d DXF/DWG file being imported in Drawing mode. Only, the 2D entities are processed.NO - Create an assembly by processing the 3DSOLID entities in the DWG/DXF file being imported in Drawing mode. This is the default value for this option.

Name Platform intf_use_variable_siz i486_nt e

Values no, yes yes

Default value

no, yes

yes

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

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intf2d_in_acad_ignor x86e_win64 YES - Ignore the 3DSOLID entities, if they exist, in the yes, no e_3d DXF/DWG file being imported in Drawing mode. Only, the 2D entities are processed.NO - Create an assembly by processing the 3DSOLID entities in the DWG/DXF file being imported in Drawing mode. This is the default value for this option.

no

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Name Platform intf2d_in_assoc_dim i486_nt _geom

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Description Controls if imported associative dimensions remain associative. Yes - If the drawing setup option associative_dimensioning is Yes, then dimensions are imported associative. No - Dimensions do not retain associativity. intf2d_in_assoc_dim x86e_win64 Controls if imported associative dimensions remain _geom associative. Yes - If the drawing setup option associative_dimensioning is Yes, then dimensions are imported associative. No - Dimensions do not retain associativity. intf2d_in_bottom_ma i486_nt Sets the bottom margin in drawing units for imported rgin drawings. intf2d_in_bottom_ma x86e_win64 Sets the bottom margin in drawing units for imported rgin drawings. intf2d_in_create_mult i486_nt Create a single multi-line note on importing multi-line iline_note text when is set to YES. intf2d_in_create_mult x86e_win64 Create a single multi-line note on importing multi-line iline_note text when is set to YES. intf2d_in_dim i486_nt AS_SEP_ENT - Imports each component of a dimension separately. AS_IS - Imports dimensions as dimensions in Pro/ENGINEER. AS_SYMBOL Imports dimensions as symbols in Pro/ENGINEER. intf2d_in_dim

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

no

0 0 yes, no yes, no yes yes

as_sep_ent, as_is, as_symbol as_is

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x86e_win64 AS_SEP_ENT - Imports each component of a as_sep_ent, as_is, as_symbol as_is dimension separately. AS_IS - Imports dimensions as dimensions in Pro/ENGINEER. AS_SYMBOL Imports dimensions as symbols in Pro/ENGINEER. Specifies the mapping file for DXF and DWG import. Absolute or relative path to the file can be used.

Data Exchange

intf2d_in_dxf_mappin i486_nt g_file

Data Exchange

intf2d_in_dxf_mappin x86e_win64 Specifies the mapping file for DXF and DWG import. g_file Absolute or relative path to the file can be used. intf2d_in_iges_hatch i486_nt _bnd_layer Yes - Places all sectioned areas boundary imported from the IGES file in one layer named IGES_HATCH_BOUNDARY. NO - Does not place sectioned areas boundary in one layer. yes, no no

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Name Platform Description intf2d_in_iges_hatch x86e_win64 Yes - Places all sectioned areas boundary imported _bnd_layer from the IGES file in one layer named IGES_HATCH_BOUNDARY. NO - Does not place sectioned areas boundary in one layer. intf2d_in_iges_symbo i486_nt Controls whether to import IGES symbols as symbols ls or as entities by default. Yes - Import IGES symbols as symbols by default. No - Import IGES symbols as entities by default. intf2d_in_iges_symbo x86e_win64 Controls whether to import IGES symbols as symbols ls or as entities by default. Yes - Import IGES symbols as symbols by default. No - Import IGES symbols as entities by default. intf2d_in_left_margin i486_nt Sets the left margin in drawing units for imported drawings. intf2d_in_left_margin x86e_win64 Sets the left margin in drawing units for imported drawings. intf2d_in_mi_mappin i486_nt Specifies the mapping file for MI import. Absolute or g_file relative path to the file can be used. intf2d_in_mi_mappin x86e_win64 Specifies the mapping file for MI import. Absolute or g_file relative path to the file can be used. intf2d_in_open_log_ i486_nt Yes - Opens Import Log File in a separate window. No window - The Log File does not appear in the window. intf2d_in_open_log_ window intf2d_in_recompute_ dim_value intf2d_in_recompute_ dim_value intf2d_in_right_margi n intf2d_in_right_margi n intf2d_in_std_clrs_as _user_def

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

0 0

yes, no

no

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x86e_win64 Yes - Opens Import Log File in a separate window. No yes, no - The Log File does not appear in the window. i486_nt Indicates whether to recompute associative dimensions upon import. x86e_win64 Indicates whether to recompute associative dimensions upon import. i486_nt Sets the right margin in drawing units for imported drawings. x86e_win64 Sets the right margin in drawing units for imported drawings. i486_nt Yes - standard colors are imported as user-defined colors. No - standard colors are mapped to Creo Parametric colors. yes, no yes, no

no

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no no 0 0

yes, no

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Name Platform Description intf2d_in_std_clrs_as x86e_win64 Yes - standard colors are imported as user-defined yes, no _user_def colors. No - standard colors are mapped to Creo Parametric colors. Sets the top margin in drawing units for imported intf2d_in_top_margin i486_nt drawings. intf2d_in_top_margin x86e_win64 Sets the top margin in drawing units for imported drawings. intf2d_in_white_as_bl i486_nt If set to yes entities having white color will be imported yes, no ack as black when the background color is white. intf2d_in_white_as_bl x86e_win64 If set to yes entities having white color will be imported yes, no ack as black when the background color is white. intf2d_out_acad_brk_ i486_nt tbl_w_bl_ln Yes - drawing tables having blanked lines are exported to DXF/DWG as separate entities, No - the tables are exported as DXF/DWG tables but the lines are not blanked. Yes - drawing tables having blanked lines are exported to DXF/DWG as separate entities, No - the tables are exported as DXF/DWG tables but the lines are not blanked. Create a single MTEXT entity for multi-line text notes when is set to YES. Create a single MTEXT entity for multi-line text notes when is set to YES. Controls OLE export to DXF/DWG. Yes - exports OLE objects as DXF/DWG IMAGEs. No - exports OLE objects as separate entities. Controls OLE export to DXF/DWG. Yes - exports OLE objects as DXF/DWG IMAGEs. No - exports OLE objects as separate entities. As_is - Exports notes to DXF/DWG with their original alignment values. Fit - Exports notes with FIT alignment. As_is - Exports notes to DXF/DWG with their original alignment values. Fit - Exports notes with FIT alignment. yes, no

Values yes

Default value

0 0 yes

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yes

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no

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intf2d_out_acad_brk_ x86e_win64 tbl_w_bl_ln

yes, no

no

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intf2d_out_acad_mte i486_nt xt intf2d_out_acad_mte x86e_win64 xt intf2d_out_acad_ole_ i486_nt as_image intf2d_out_acad_ole_ x86e_win64 as_image intf2d_out_acad_text i486_nt _align intf2d_out_acad_text x86e_win64 _align

yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes yes

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yes, no

yes

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as_is, fit

as_is

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as_is, fit

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Name Platform intf2d_out_acad_unic i486_nt ode intf2d_out_acad_unic x86e_win64 ode intf2d_out_cgm_old_l i486_nt font_map

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Description Yes - Non-ASCII characters are written in UNICODE encoding. Yes - Non-ASCII characters are written in UNICODE encoding. Yes - Use the old line font mapping in CGM export: hidden lines to type 2, CTRLFONT to type 4, PHANTOMFONT to type 5. No - Use the new mapping: hidden lines to type 12, CTRLFONT to type 11, PHANTOMFONT to type 13. intf2d_out_cgm_old_l x86e_win64 Yes - Use the old line font mapping in CGM export: font_map hidden lines to type 2, CTRLFONT to type 4, PHANTOMFONT to type 5. No - Use the new mapping: hidden lines to type 12, CTRLFONT to type 11, PHANTOMFONT to type 13. intf2d_out_cgm_ver i486_nt Provides the ability to choose CGM metafile version when exporting from Creo Parametric drawing. intf2d_out_cgm_ver x86e_win64 Provides the ability to choose CGM metafile version when exporting from Creo Parametric drawing. Specifies the mapping file for DXF and DWG export. Absolute or relative path to the file can be used.

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no no no no

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yes, no

no

1, 3

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1, 3

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intf2d_out_dxf_mappi i486_nt ng_file

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intf2d_out_dxf_mappi x86e_win64 Specifies the mapping file for DXF and DWG export. ng_file Absolute or relative path to the file can be used. intf2d_out_enhanced i486_nt _ents Controls whether the enhanced entities (SPLINE and spline_and_hatch, spline_only, spline_and_hatch HATCHING) are converted to the corresponding DXF hatch_only, none entities or represented as separate lines and polylines.

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intf2d_out_enhanced x86e_win64 Controls whether the enhanced entities (SPLINE and spline_and_hatch, spline_only, spline_and_hatch _ents HATCHING) are converted to the corresponding DXF hatch_only, none entities or represented as separate lines and polylines. intf2d_out_iges_layer i486_nt Yes - Exports interface IDs of layers as IGES levels. s_with_id intf2d_out_iges_layer x86e_win64 Yes - Exports interface IDs of layers as IGES levels. s_with_id yes, no yes, no no no

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Name Platform intf2d_out_image_for i486_nt mat

Description If set to "png" shaded views will be exported as a PNG png, jpeg image and the background will be transparent. If set to "jpeg" shaded views will be exported as a JPEG image and the background will be opaque.

Values png

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intf2d_out_image_for x86e_win64 If set to "png" shaded views will be exported as a PNG png, jpeg mat image and the background will be transparent. If set to "jpeg" shaded views will be exported as a JPEG image and the background will be opaque. intf2d_out_line_width i486_nt intf2d_out_line_width x86e_win64 intf2d_out_linemerge i486_nt _ign_layers YES - Exports line width information to DXF. NO - all yes, no entities are exported with the default width. YES - Exports line width information to DXF. NO - all yes, no entities are exported with the default width. If set to yes overlapping lines will be merged yes, no regardless of their layers when exporting or plotting a drawing. If set to no overlapping lines belonging to different layers will not be merged. If set to yes overlapping lines will be merged yes, no regardless of their layers when exporting or plotting a drawing. If set to no overlapping lines belonging to different layers will not be merged. Yes - Opens Export Log File in special window. No yes, no the Log File will not appear in the window. Yes - Opens Export Log File in special window. No yes, no the Log File will not appear in the window. Yes - Exports a drawing point to IGES, DXF or DWG yes, no as a point entity. No - Exports a drawing point as shape entities. Yes - Exports a drawing point to IGES, DXF or DWG yes, no as a point entity. No - Exports a drawing point as shape entities. Strokes == text is converted to lines and dots. "NONE"- none, special, all Does not stroke out the text for export. "ALL" - Strokes out all the text. "SPECIAL" - Strokes out only special characters.

png

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yes yes no

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intf2d_out_linemerge x86e_win64 _ign_layers

no

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intf2d_out_open_log_ i486_nt window intf2d_out_open_log_ x86e_win64 window intf2d_out_pnt_ent i486_nt

no no no

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intf2d_out_pnt_ent

x86e_win64

no

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intf2d_out_stroke_tex i486_nt t

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Name Platform Description Values intf2d_out_stroke_tex x86e_win64 Strokes == text is converted to lines and dots. "NONE"- none, special, all Does not stroke out the text for export. "ALL" - Strokes t out all the text. "SPECIAL" - Strokes out only special characters. intf3d_ideas_import_f i486_nt Enables UI to selectively import I-DEAS part and yes, no ilter assembly models from the I-DEAS .mf1 and .pkg container files. intf3d_ideas_import_f x86e_win64 Enables UI to selectively import I-DEAS part and yes, no ilter assembly models from the I-DEAS .mf1 and .pkg container files. intf3d_ideas_install_d i486_nt Specifies the path for I-DEAS installation. Use the full ir pathname to avoid problems. intf3d_ideas_install_d x86e_win64 Specifies the path for I-DEAS installation. Use the full ir pathname to avoid problems. intf3d_ideas_run_co i486_nt Specifies the I-DEAS run command. Default mmand command is "ideas". intf3d_ideas_run_co x86e_win64 Specifies the I-DEAS run command. Default mmand command is "ideas". intf3d_in_enable_laye i486_nt No - Join surfaces on import as geometry is loaded yes, no r_join from file. Yes - Use new method to join surfaces by layer (surfaces contained on the same layer are joined together first) with a better chance of joining those surface elements to form closed geometry. intf3d_in_enable_laye x86e_win64 No - Join surfaces on import as geometry is loaded yes, no r_join from file. Yes - Use new method to join surfaces by layer (surfaces contained on the same layer are joined together first) with a better chance of joining those surface elements to form closed geometry. intf3d_in_import_as_f i486_nt acets intf3d_in_import_as_f x86e_win64 acets intf3d_out_anno_as i486_nt Import faceted data for formats that support both facet and Brep representations. Import faceted data for formats that support both facet and Brep representations. This option will determine if annotations are exported and, if exported, whether they will be exported as polyline or semantic. yes, no, default yes, no, default graphic, semantic, none, default

Default value none

no

no

ideas.cmd ideas.cmd yes

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yes

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Name intf3d_out_anno_as

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intf3d_out_cat2_ident _crv intf3d_out_cat2_ident _crv intf3d_out_cat2_ident _pt intf3d_out_cat2_ident _pt intf3d_out_cat2_infini ty intf3d_out_cat2_infini ty intf3d_out_cat2_mod el_sz intf3d_out_cat2_mod el_sz intf3d_out_cat2_sag intf3d_out_cat2_sag intf3d_out_cat2_step intf3d_out_cat2_step intf3d_out_datums_b y_default intf3d_out_datums_b y_default intf3d_out_default_op tion

Platform Description x86e_win64 This option will determine if annotations are exported and, if exported, whether they will be exported as polyline or semantic. i486_nt Specifies model parameter IDENT_CRV while exporting to Catia. x86e_win64 Specifies model parameter IDENT_CRV while exporting to Catia. i486_nt Specifies model parameter IDENT_PT while exporting to Catia. x86e_win64 Specifies model parameter IDENT_PT while exporting to Catia. i486_nt Specifies model parameter INFINITY while exporting to Catia. x86e_win64 Specifies model parameter INFINITY while exporting to Catia. i486_nt Specifies model parameter MODEL_SZ while exporting to Catia. x86e_win64 Specifies model parameter MODEL_SZ while exporting to Catia. i486_nt Specifies model parameter SAG while exporting to Catia. x86e_win64 Specifies model parameter SAG while exporting to Catia. i486_nt Specifies model parameter STEP while exporting to Catia. x86e_win64 Specifies model parameter STEP while exporting to Catia. i486_nt Determines whether datum curves are included when exporting IGES files in Batch mode. x86e_win64 Determines whether datum curves are included when exporting IGES files in Batch mode. i486_nt Controls the type of 3-D data output through Pro/BATCH to an IGES or STEP file.

Values graphic, semantic, none, default

Default value graphic

-1 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 -1 yes, no yes, no wireframe, surfaces, wireframe_surfaces, solid, shells, none wireframe, surfaces, wireframe_surfaces, solid, shells, none no no surfaces

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intf3d_out_default_op x86e_win64 Controls the type of 3-D data output through tion Pro/BATCH to an IGES or STEP file.

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Name Platform intf3d_out_extend_su i486_nt rface intf3d_out_extend_su x86e_win64 rface intf3d_out_force_surf i486_nt _normals

Description Specifies how surfaces are handled for exporting files yes, no to other systems Specifies how surfaces are handled for exporting files yes, no to other systems IGES and PDGS export. Controls normals of nonyes, no analytic surfaces. Yes - Forces the surface normals to point in a consistent direction. No - Does not force the surface normals to point in a consistent direction.

Values yes yes no

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intf3d_out_force_surf x86e_win64 IGES and PDGS export. Controls normals of nonyes, no _normals analytic surfaces. Yes - Forces the surface normals to point in a consistent direction. No - Does not force the surface normals to point in a consistent direction. intf3d_out_jt_auto_lo i486_nt Generate three default Creo Parametric LODs. ds intf3d_out_jt_auto_lo x86e_win64 Generate three default Creo Parametric LODs. ds intf3d_out_jt_brep i486_nt No*: Export to JT as facet representation only, jt_brep: Export to JT as facet and jt_brep representation, xt_brep: Export to JT as facet and xt_brep representation intf3d_out_jt_brep x86e_win64 No*: Export to JT as facet representation only, jt_brep: Export to JT as facet and jt_brep representation, xt_brep: Export to JT as facet and xt_brep representation intf3d_out_jt_structur i486_nt Specifies product structure to file structure mapping e defined in JT Open Toolkit. intf3d_out_jt_structur x86e_win64 Specifies product structure to file structure mapping e defined in JT Open Toolkit. intf3d_out_parameter i486_nt Exports parameters with models. s intf3d_out_parameter x86e_win64 Exports parameters with models. s intf3d_out_prop_chor i486_nt Use maximum chord heights proportional to d_heights component sizes. intf3d_out_prop_chor x86e_win64 Use maximum chord heights proportional to d_heights component sizes. no, yes no, yes no, jt_brep, xt_brep

no

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no no no

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no, jt_brep, xt_brep

no

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per_part, fully_shattered, monolithic per_part, fully_shattered, monolithic all, none, designated all, none, designated yes, no yes, no

per_part per_part all all no no

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Name Platform intf3d_out_prop_step i486_nt _sizes intf3d_out_prop_step x86e_win64 _sizes intf3d_out_surface_d i486_nt eviation

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Description Use maximum step sizes proportional to component sizes. Use maximum step sizes proportional to component sizes. Sets maximum allowable deviation between original and resulting surfaces in the process of converting Creo Parametric surfaces to spline surfaces. By setting this you convert surfaces with a better approximation than by using the current model accuracy. intf3d_out_surface_d x86e_win64 Sets maximum allowable deviation between original eviation and resulting surfaces in the process of converting Creo Parametric surfaces to spline surfaces. By setting this you convert surfaces with a better approximation than by using the current model accuracy. intf3d_out_unicode_t i486_nt YES - Unicode strings are exported to the Neutral file, o_neutral NO - Unicode strings are converted to ascii characters for Neutral file export. intf3d_out_unicode_t x86e_win64 YES - Unicode strings are exported to the Neutral file, o_neutral NO - Unicode strings are converted to ascii characters for Neutral file export. intf3d_out_use_num_ i486_nt Use numeric layer names as layer export IDs. names intf3d_out_use_num_ x86e_win64 Use numeric layer names as layer export IDs. names intf3d_out_use_step_ i486_nt Use maximum step size(s). size intf3d_out_use_step_ x86e_win64 Use maximum step size(s). size intf3d_parasolid_exp i486_nt Allows user to choose the schema to be used for ort_schema parasolid export. Default is SCH_10004. Consult online documentation for other valid schema settings. intf3d_parasolid_exp x86e_win64 Allows user to choose the schema to be used for ort_schema parasolid export. Default is SCH_10004. Consult online documentation for other valid schema settings.

Values yes, no yes, no no no -1

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-1

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes no no sch_10004

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Name Platform medusa_2d_config_fi i486_nt le medusa_2d_config_fi x86e_win64 le mentor_ver_2_0 i486_nt

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mentor_ver_2_0

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pdf_linecap

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pdf_linecap

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pdf_linejoin

Description Specifies the Medusa 2D Interface config. file. Absolute or relative path to the file can be used. Specifies the Medusa 2D Interface config. file. Absolute or relative path to the file can be used. Yes - Exports the file in IDF 2.0 format. No - Exports the file in IDF 1.0 format unless IDF 2.0 is selected from the ECAD FORMAT menu. x86e_win64 Yes - Exports the file in IDF 2.0 format. No - Exports the file in IDF 1.0 format unless IDF 2.0 is selected from the ECAD FORMAT menu. i486_nt 0 - Butt cap: stroked lines are squared off at the endpoint of the path.There is no projection beyond the end of the path. x86e_win64 0 - Butt cap: stroked lines are squared off at the endpoint of the path.There is no projection beyond the end of the path. i486_nt 0 - Miter join: outer edges of the strokes for the two segments are extended until they meet at an angle.

Values

Default value

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

butt, round, projecting square

butt

butt, round, projecting square

butt

miter, round, bevel

miter

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pdf_linejoin

x86e_win64 0 - Miter join: outer edges of the strokes for the two segments are extended until they meet at an angle. i486_nt No - PDF export does not use any defined pentable changes as would be applied to plotting the drawing.

miter, round, bevel

miter

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pdf_use_pentable

no, yes

no

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pdf_use_pentable

x86e_win64 No - PDF export does not use any defined pentable changes as would be applied to plotting the drawing. i486_nt

no, yes

no

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pro_gplug_dir

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Specifies the directory in which Granite application plug-ins are located. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_gplug_dir x86e_win64 Specifies the directory in which Granite application plug-ins are located. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_stheno_comman i486_nt Specifies the command for Stheno launch. d pro_stheno_comman x86e_win64 Specifies the command for Stheno launch. d

<creo_loadpoint>\i486_nt\g plugs\ <creo_loadpoint>\ x86e_win64\gplugs\

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Description Specifies whether or not to suppress the output of the IGES drawing entity, #404, to the IGES file. No - The drawing entity is not output. put_iges_drawing_en x86e_win64 Specifies whether or not to suppress the output of the IGES drawing entity, #404, to the IGES file. No - The tity drawing entity is not output. step_appearance_lay i486_nt No - Output of Appearances, Layers, and Groups is ers_groups enabled for STEP standard AP214. Yes - Output of Appearances, Layers, and Groups is enabled for STEP standard AP203. step_appearance_lay x86e_win64 No - Output of Appearances, Layers, and Groups is ers_groups enabled for STEP standard AP214. Yes - Output of Appearances, Layers, and Groups is enabled for STEP standard AP203. step_export_ap214_a i486_nt Toggles the default setting of the File Structure field in sm_def_mode the STEP Export dialog box for supported assembly STEP export files. step_export_ap214_a x86e_win64 Toggles the default setting of the File Structure field in sm_def_mode the STEP Export dialog box for supported assembly STEP export files. step_export_dwg_vie i486_nt AS_3D_VIEWS - Export 3-D model geometry with its ws associative views. AS_3D_VIEWS_ASSOC_DRAFT Export 3-D model geometry with its associative views and view related annotations. NO - Export only 2-D representations of the 3-D models. This is the default.

Name Platform put_iges_drawing_en i486_nt tity

Values yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

single_file, separate_parts_only, separate_all_objects single_file, separate_parts_only, separate_all_objects no, as_3d_views, as_3d_views_assoc_draft

single_file

single_file

no

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step_export_dwg_vie x86e_win64 AS_3D_VIEWS - Export 3-D model geometry with its no, as_3d_views, ws associative views. AS_3D_VIEWS_ASSOC_DRAFT - as_3d_views_assoc_draft Export 3-D model geometry with its associative views and view related annotations. NO - Export only 2-D representations of the 3-D models. This is the default.

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Description Specifies output format when exporting to STEP. AP203_IS - Formats output to ISO 10303 AP203IS format. AP214_CD - Formats output with geometry that meets the specification for the long-term schema for AP214cc1. step_export_format x86e_win64 Specifies output format when exporting to STEP. AP203_IS - Formats output to ISO 10303 AP203IS format. AP214_CD - Formats output with geometry that meets the specification for the long-term schema for AP214cc1. step_out_asm_val_pr i486_nt Export validation information for assemblies to the op STEP file for formats ap203_e2, ap214_is step_out_asm_val_pr x86e_win64 Export validation information for assemblies to the op STEP file for formats ap203_e2, ap214_is step_out_material i486_nt Exports the material definition (name and density) to the STEP file for formats ap203_e2, ap214_is and 203_is_ext step_out_material x86e_win64 Exports the material definition (name and density) to the STEP file for formats ap203_e2, ap214_is and 203_is_ext step_out_material_as i486_nt Export the material definition (name and density) to _product the STEP file as a separate STEP PRODUCT entity step_out_material_as x86e_win64 Export the material definition (name and density) to _product the STEP file as a separate STEP PRODUCT entity step_out_suppl_geo i486_nt m step_out_suppl_geo x86e_win64 m system_iges_header i486_nt _file

Platform i486_nt

Values ap203_is, ap202_is, ap203_is_ext, ap209_dis, ap214_is, ap203_e2

Default value ap203_is

ap203_is, ap202_is, ap203_is_ext, ap209_dis, ap214_is, ap203_e2

ap203_is

yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

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yes, no

no

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Export datum csys, planes, axes, points to the STEP yes, no file for formats ap203_e2, ap214_is Export datum csys, planes, axes, points to the STEP yes, no file for formats ap203_e2, ap214_is Inserts specified text file into the Start section of IGES files (refer to user_iges_header_file). When used with user_iges_header_file, the system text appears first.

no no

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system_iges_header x86e_win64 Inserts specified text file into the Start section of IGES _file files (refer to user_iges_header_file). When used with user_iges_header_file, the system text appears first.

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Name tiff_compression tiff_compression tiff_type tiff_type use_export_2d_dialo g use_export_2d_dialo g use_iges_font_1003 use_iges_font_1003 use_iges_kanji_font_ 2001

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use_iges_kanji_font_ 2001

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user_iges_header_fil e

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user_iges_header_fil e

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vda_header

Platform Description i486_nt TIFF exports are done without compression. x86e_win64 TIFF exports are done without compression. i486_nt Determines the type of tiff items are exported to variables refer to color sets x86e_win64 Determines the type of tiff items are exported to variables refer to color sets i486_nt Yes - Opens export options dialog when exporting Creo Parametric drawing. No - exports file without the options dialog. x86e_win64 Yes - Opens export options dialog when exporting Creo Parametric drawing. No - exports file without the options dialog. i486_nt Used to disable the use of IGES font 1003. x86e_win64 Used to disable the use of IGES font 1003. i486_nt Specifies whether to convert Kanji notes in Creo Parametric to IGES Kanji notes (font code) when exporting. Yes - Converts Kanji notes to IGES Kanji notes. No - Converts using Font 1. x86e_win64 Specifies whether to convert Kanji notes in Creo Parametric to IGES Kanji notes (font code) when exporting. Yes - Converts Kanji notes to IGES Kanji notes. No - Converts using Font 1. i486_nt Filename - Insert specified text file into the Start section of IGES file. Valid parametric note symbols will be replaced during export. For example, &dwg_name in the text file is replaced by the drawing name when a drawing is exported. x86e_win64 Filename - Insert specified text file into the Start section of IGES file. Valid parametric note symbols will be replaced during export. For example, &dwg_name in the text file is replaced by the drawing name when a drawing is exported. i486_nt The complete filename of the text file containing VDA header information. If you intend to use the same header for all VDA files, specify the full pathname.

Values none, g4, packbits, deflate none, g4, packbits, deflate rgb, palette, grayscale, mono rgb, palette, grayscale, mono yes, no

Default value none none rgb rgb yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes no

yes, no

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Category Data Exchange

Name vda_header

Platform Description x86e_win64 The complete filename of the text file containing VDA header information. If you intend to use the same header for all VDA files, specify the full pathname. i486_nt Enables you to place an anchor on a specified VRML component during the export to VRML. The keywords are optional. Enables you to place an anchor on a specified VRML component during the export to VRML. The keywords are optional. Yes - Exports a model to VRML with the Creo Parametric background color. Yes - Exports a model to VRML with the Creo Parametric background color. Yes - Exports a model to VRML with explode lines for assembly or assembly process data. Yes - Exports a model to VRML with explode lines for assembly or assembly process data. Specifies the number of levels of detail (LODs) in models exported in VRML format. Specifies the number of levels of detail (LODs) in models exported in VRML format. Allows the user to choose between exporting to the VRML 2.0 or 1.0 format. Allows the user to choose between exporting to the VRML 2.0 or 1.0 format. Yes - Ensures that the model components retain their true color. No - In some viewers, component colors might not be consistent. Yes - Ensures that the model components retain their true color. No - In some viewers, component colors might not be consistent. All - Exports top-level and lower-level assembly component views into VRML format. None - Does not export component views into VRML format. Top Exports top-level object view only into VRML format.

Values

Default value

Data Exchange

vrml_anchor_url

Data Exchange

vrml_anchor_url

x86e_win64

Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange Data Exchange

vrml_background_col i486_nt or vrml_background_col x86e_win64 or vrml_explode_lines i486_nt vrml_explode_lines x86e_win64

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no high, medium, low high, medium, low 2.0, 1.0 2.0, 1.0 yes, no

no no yes yes medium medium 2 2 no

vrml_export_resolutio i486_nt n vrml_export_resolutio x86e_win64 n vrml_export_version i486_nt vrml_export_version vrml_file_duplicate_ material vrml_file_duplicate_ material vrml_multiple_views x86e_win64 i486_nt

Data Exchange

x86e_win64

yes, no

no

Data Exchange

i486_nt

none, all, top

all

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Name vrml_multiple_views

Platform Description Values x86e_win64 All - Exports top-level and lower-level assembly none, all, top component views into VRML format. None - Does not export component views into VRML format. Top Exports top-level object view only into VRML format. i486_nt Controls the export of user parameters. Designated Export only designated parameters. All - Export all parameters. None - Do not export parameters. designated, all, none

Default value all

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vrml_parameters

designated

Data Exchange

vrml_parameters

x86e_win64 Controls the export of user parameters. Designated Export only designated parameters. All - Export all parameters. None - Do not export parameters.

designated, all, none

designated

Data Exchange

vrml_simprep_export i486_nt

Data Exchange

Data Exchange

Yes - Specifies direct and in memory export of topyes, no level assembly simplified representation to Pro/FLYTHROUGH package files. vrml_simprep_export x86e_win64 Yes - Specifies direct and in memory export of topyes, no level assembly simplified representation to Pro/FLYTHROUGH package files. www_add_aux_frame i486_nt Creates additional frame for each process step or for no, yes assembly publication. Yes - Auxiliary files aux.html are created for each step in assembly process (in each step00 directory) to be replaced by your .html file. No Auxiliary files are not created. www_add_aux_frame x86e_win64 Creates additional frame for each process step or for no, yes assembly publication. Yes - Auxiliary files aux.html are created for each step in assembly process (in each step00 directory) to be replaced by your .html file. No Auxiliary files are not created. www_export_geomet i486_nt Specifies the output format by to one of the values ry_as www_export_geomet x86e_win64 Specifies the output format by to one of the values ry_as vrml, cgm, jpg, cgm_vrml, jpg_vrml, cgm_jpg, all vrml, cgm, jpg, cgm_vrml, jpg_vrml, cgm_jpg, all

no

no

no

Data Exchange

no

Data Exchange Data Exchange

jpg_vrml jpg_vrml

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Name Platform www_multiple_views i486_nt

Data Exchange

Data Exchange

Description Values All - Writes all views in any component to the none, all, top appropriate VRML files. Top - Writes only named views that reside in the assembly or process assembly to top-level VRML files. None - Does not write named views to VRML files. www_multiple_views x86e_win64 All - Writes all views in any component to the none, all, top appropriate VRML files. Top - Writes only named views that reside in the assembly or process assembly to top-level VRML files. None - Does not write named views to VRML files. www_tree_location i486_nt Specifies the location of the model tree in the browser out, in window. Out - Opens model tree in a separate window. In - Includes model tree in the Web page and removes the Tree checkbox from the control panel. x86e_win64 Specifies the location of the model tree in the browser out, in window. Out - Opens model tree in a separate window. In - Includes model tree in the Web page and removes the Tree checkbox from the control panel. Allow additonal files with extensions to be shown in the import dialog Allow additonal files with extensions to be shown in the import dialog Works in conjunction with save_bitmap. Determines the size (squared) of the bitmap image that is stored.

Default value top

top

out

Data Exchange

www_tree_location

out

Data Management Data Management Data Management

allow_import_file_ext i486_nt ension allow_import_file_ext x86e_win64 ension bitmap_size i486_nt

200

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bitmap_size

x86e_win64 Works in conjunction with save_bitmap. Determines the size (squared) of the bitmap image that is stored. i486_nt YES - Windchill CAD packages or zip files will open yes, no automatically. NO - User selects which file in contents to open. x86e_win64 YES - Windchill CAD packages or zip files will open yes, no automatically. NO - User selects which file in contents to open.

200

Data Management

dm_auto_open_zip

yes

Data Management

dm_auto_open_zip

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Category Data Management

Name dm_cache_limit

Platform i486_nt

Data Management

dm_cache_limit

Data Management

dm_cache_mode

Description Values Enter amount of disk space (in megabytes) to allocate for local file storage. The change to the existing setting will take effect after Creo Parametric is restarted x86e_win64 Enter amount of disk space (in megabytes) to allocate for local file storage. The change to the existing setting will take effect after Creo Parametric is restarted i486_nt Indicate which objects will be written to local cache none, modified, all when objects in Creo Parametric memory are saved. x86e_win64 Indicate which objects will be written to local cache when objects in Creo Parametric memory are saved. none, modified, all

Default value

all

Data Management

dm_cache_mode

all

Data Management Data Management Data Management

dm_checkout_on_the i486_nt _fly dm_checkout_on_the x86e_win64 _fly dm_fallback_server_l i486_nt ocation

Controls the default action presented to the user when checkout, continue Check Out on the fly dialog comes up Controls the default action presented to the user when checkout, continue Check Out on the fly dialog comes up Specifies the server location where objects will be saved when Creo Parametric does not provide an ability to specify the target save location. This option is applicable for Windchill ProductPoint only.

checkout checkout

Data Management

dm_fallback_server_l x86e_win64 Specifies the server location where objects will be ocation saved when Creo Parametric does not provide an ability to specify the target save location. This option is applicable for Windchill ProductPoint only. Set the data compression factor (0-9, 0= no compression) for data exchange with a Windchill server. dm_http_compressio x86e_win64 Set the data compression factor (0-9, 0= no compression) for data exchange with a Windchill n_level server. Allow the user to choose to work offline when there is yes, no dm_offline_after_eve i486_nt a loss of server connection. Staying online will nt continue to retry server operations. dm_http_compressio i486_nt n_level

Data Management

Data Management

Data Management

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Category Data Management

Data Management

Data Management

Data Management

Data Management

Data Management Data Management Data Management

Name Platform Description dm_offline_after_eve x86e_win64 Allow the user to choose to work offline when there is nt a loss of server connection. Staying online will continue to retry server operations. Yes - Synchronize, Download and Upload boxes are dm_offline_options_a i486_nt checked when going online. No - Only Synchronize ctivated box is checked when going online. dm_offline_options_a x86e_win64 Yes - Synchronize, Download and Upload boxes are ctivated checked when going online. No - Only Synchronize box is checked when going online. dm_overwrite_conten i486_nt Yes: Windchill Workspace Update will overwrite ts_on_update locally/modified out of date objects with the ones in the server. No (Default): Windchill Workspace Update will update metadata only. dm_overwrite_conten x86e_win64 Yes: Windchill Workspace Update will overwrite ts_on_update locally/modified out of date objects with the ones in the server. No (Default): Windchill Workspace Update will update metadata only. dm_remember_serve i486_nt Primary server/workspace must be set by user for r each Creo Parametric session. dm_remember_serve x86e_win64 Primary server/workspace must be set by user for r each Creo Parametric session. dm_save_as_attach i486_nt Controls the default option for Save A Copy when ment models are saved as in non-Creo Parametric format. Yes - It will by default save it as secondary content attachment to the original CAD Document. No- It will by default save it as Primary CAD Document dm_save_as_attach ment x86e_win64 Controls the default option for Save A Copy when models are saved as in non-Creo Parametric format. Yes - It will by default save it as secondary content attachment to the original CAD Document. No- It will by default save it as Primary CAD Document

Values yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

no, yes no, yes yes, no

yes yes yes

Data Management

yes, no

yes

Data Management Data Management

dm_search_primary_ i486_nt server dm_search_primary_ x86e_win64 server

Search the primary server for dependencies not found yes, no in the workspace. Search the primary server for dependencies not found yes, no in the workspace.

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Name Platform dm_secondary_uploa i486_nt d

Description Indicate when modified Creo Parametric objects on a secondary server will be moved from the local cache to the user's workspace on the server.

Values automatic, explicit

Default value automatic

Data Management

dm_secondary_uploa x86e_win64 Indicate when modified Creo Parametric objects on a d secondary server will be moved from the local cache to the user's workspace on the server. dm_synchronize_in_ i486_nt background dm_synchronize_in_ x86e_win64 background dm_upload_objects i486_nt Yes: Enables workspace synchronization in the background. No (Default): Workspace synchronization will happen in the foreground. Yes: Enables workspace synchronization in the background. No (Default): Workspace synchronization will happen in the foreground. Indicate when modified Creo Parametric objects will be moved from the local cache to the user workspace on the server. Indicate when modified Creo Parametric objects will be moved from the local cache to the user workspace on the server. Enable user presence indicator and actions.This capability requires a connection with a PDM server and requires an installed and running Microsoft communicator client. Enable user presence indicator and actions.This capability requires a connection with a PDM server and requires an installed and running Microsoft communicator client. Determines whether an object fetched from a PDM database can be renamed in a Creo Parametric session. Determines whether an object fetched from a PDM database can be renamed in a Creo Parametric session. Specify how the system parameter, PDM_REV, should be formatted. Only useful for objects submitted to Pro/PDM or Pro/INTRALINK.

automatic, explicit

automatic

Data Management

yes, no

no

Data Management

yes, no

no

Data Management

automatic, explicit

explicit

Data Management

dm_upload_objects

x86e_win64

automatic, explicit

explicit

Data Management

dm_user_presence

i486_nt

yes, no

yes

Data Management

dm_user_presence

x86e_win64

yes, no

yes

Data Management

let_proe_rename_pd i486_nt m_objects let_proe_rename_pd x86e_win64 m_objects pdm_rev i486_nt

no, yes

no

Data Management

no, yes

no

Data Management

pdmrev_fmt_rev_ver, pdmrev_fmt_rev_ver pdmrev_fmt_rev, pdmrev_fmt_branch_rev_ver, pdmrev_fmt_branch_rev

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Category Data Management

Name pdm_rev

Data Management

read_parameters_of_ excluded read_parameters_of_ excluded regenerate_read_onl y_objects regenerate_read_onl y_objects save_bitmap

Data Management

Data Management

Data Management

Data Management

Data Management

save_bitmap

Data Management

save_bitmap_type

Data Management

save_bitmap_type

Data Management

save_unchanged_pd m_object save_unchanged_pd m_object dont_show_symbol_n odes dont_show_symbol_n odes

Data Management

Design Manager Design Manager

Platform Description Values x86e_win64 Specify how the system parameter, PDM_REV, pdmrev_fmt_rev_ver, should be formatted. Only useful for objects submitted pdmrev_fmt_rev, to Pro/PDM or Pro/INTRALINK. pdmrev_fmt_branch_rev_ver, pdmrev_fmt_branch_rev i486_nt Allow Creo Parametric designated parameters on yes, no, common_name_only excluded objects in Simplified Representation to be visible in Model Tree columns. x86e_win64 Allow Creo Parametric designated parameters on yes, no, common_name_only excluded objects in Simplified Representation to be visible in Model Tree columns. i486_nt Determines whether an object retrieved from PDM yes, no database with read only status can be regenerated in a Creo Parametric session. x86e_win64 Determines whether an object retrieved from PDM yes, no database with read only status can be regenerated in a Creo Parametric session. i486_nt When performing a save on a model, determines what none, toplevelonly, alllevels level of the assembly will have bitmap images created of modified components. x86e_win64 When performing a save on a model, determines what none, toplevelonly, alllevels level of the assembly will have bitmap images created of modified components. When performing a save on a model, determines the bmp, tiff, gif, cgm, jpeg i486_nt type of image file that is created for that model. Used with "save_bitmap" option. x86e_win64 When performing a save on a model, determines the bmp, tiff, gif, cgm, jpeg type of image file that is created for that model. Used with "save_bitmap" option. Determines how to save in the current working as_ref, as_copy i486_nt directory an object fetched from a Pro/PDM database into a Creo Parametric session. as_ref, as_copy x86e_win64 Determines how to save in the current working directory an object fetched from a Pro/PDM database into a Creo Parametric session. i486_nt Do not show references derived from relations in yes, no Parent/Child viewer. x86e_win64 Do not show references derived from relations in yes, no Parent/Child viewer.

Default value pdmrev_fmt_rev_ver

no

no

yes

yes

none

none

bmp

bmp

as_ref

as_ref

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Category Name Platform Dimensions & Tolerances allow_rfs_default_gtol i486_nt s_always Dimensions & Tolerances allow_rfs_default_gtol x86e_win64 s_always Dimensions & Tolerances ang_dim_in_screen i486_nt

Dimensions & Tolerances ang_dim_in_screen

Dimensions & Tolerances angular_tol

Dimensions & Tolerances angular_tol

Dimensions & Tolerances angular_tol_0.0

Description Yes - Enables RFS/Default gtols to be created even when not permitted by ANSI standard. Yes - Enables RFS/Default gtols to be created even when not permitted by ANSI standard. Yes - If the display is in the default pan/zoom setting (View>Pan/Zoom>Reset), the system checks whether an angular dimension is visible on the screen. If it is not visible, then the system moves the dimension to a visible location. x86e_win64 Yes - If the display is in the default pan/zoom setting (View>Pan/Zoom>Reset), the system checks whether an angular dimension is visible on the screen. If it is not visible, then the system moves the dimension to a visible location. i486_nt An alternative format for setting default angular tolerance dimensions. The value sets the number of decimal places, and the tolerance is the actual tolerance value. For integer dimensions, the value is zero, and the tolerance is an integer. x86e_win64 An alternative format for setting default angular tolerance dimensions. The value sets the number of decimal places, and the tolerance is the actual tolerance value. For integer dimensions, the value is zero, and the tolerance is an integer. i486_nt Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. x86e_win64 Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. i486_nt Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal.

Values no, yes no, yes yes, no no no no

Default value

yes, no

no

Dimensions & Tolerances angular_tol_0.0

Dimensions & Tolerances angular_tol_0.00

50

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Category Name Dimensions & Tolerances angular_tol_0.00

Platform Description x86e_win64 Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. i486_nt Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal.

Values 50

Default value

Dimensions & Tolerances angular_tol_0.000

500

Dimensions & Tolerances angular_tol_0.000

x86e_win64 Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. i486_nt Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal.

500

Dimensions & Tolerances angular_tol_0.0000

5000

Dimensions & Tolerances angular_tol_0.0000

x86e_win64 Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal.

5000

Dimensions & Tolerances angular_tol_0.00000 i486_nt

50000

Dimensions & Tolerances angular_tol_0.00000 x86e_win64 Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. Dimensions & Tolerances angular_tol_0.000000 i486_nt Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal.

50000

500000

Dimensions & Tolerances angular_tol_0.000000 x86e_win64 Sets the default tolerance for angular dimensions. Each option sets a tolerance for a specific decimal place. The value is the place of the last decimal. Dimensions & Tolerances create_fraction_dim i486_nt Yes - All dimensions created will be displayed as fractions. yes, no

500000

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Category Name Dimensions & Tolerances create_fraction_dim Dimensions & Tolerances default_ang_units

Dimensions & Tolerances default_ang_units

Dimensions & Tolerances default_dec_places

Platform Description Values x86e_win64 Yes - All dimensions created will be displayed as yes, no fractions. i486_nt Sets the display of newly created angular dimensions ang_deg, ang_min, ang_sec both in the model and in the drawing. There is no impact on dimensions previously created. ang_deg Decimal degrees.ang_min - Degrees and decimal minutes ang_sec - Degrees, minutes, and decimal seconds x86e_win64 Sets the display of newly created angular dimensions ang_deg, ang_min, ang_sec both in the model and in the drawing. There is no impact on dimensions previously created. ang_deg Decimal degrees.ang_min - Degrees and decimal minutes ang_sec - Degrees, minutes, and decimal seconds i486_nt Sets the default number of decimal places (0-13) to which to round newly created dimensions. Unrounded dimensions automatically determine the number of decimal places required to display their stored value. x86e_win64 Sets the default number of decimal places (0-13) to which to round newly created dimensions. Unrounded dimensions automatically determine the number of decimal places required to display their stored value. yes, no

Default value no ang_deg

ang_deg

Dimensions & Tolerances default_dec_places

Dimensions & Tolerances default_dim_num_dig i486_nt its_changes

Sets the default number of digits displayed in a dimension to the last entered value. No - The system defaults to the value specified for the configuration file option default_dec_places. Dimensions & Tolerances default_dim_num_dig x86e_win64 Sets the default number of digits displayed in a its_changes dimension to the last entered value. No - The system defaults to the value specified for the configuration file option default_dec_places. Dimensions & Tolerances default_placement_s i486_nt Sets the default placement type for surface finishes urfacefinish within the surface finish UI. Dimensions & Tolerances default_placement_s x86e_win64 Sets the default placement type for surface finishes urfacefinish within the surface finish UI.

yes

yes, no

yes

with_leaders, on_entity, normal_to_entity, free with_leaders, on_entity, normal_to_entity, free

normal_to_entity normal_to_entity

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Category Name Platform Dimensions & Tolerances dim_fraction_denomi i486_nt nator

Description Sets the largest denominator to be used for fractional dimensions. If the fraction can be reduced, then it converts to the lowest possible denominator (for example, 4/32 converts to 1/8). Dimensions & Tolerances dim_fraction_denomi x86e_win64 Sets the largest denominator to be used for fractional nator dimensions. If the fraction can be reduced, then it converts to the lowest possible denominator (for example, 4/32 converts to 1/8). Dimensions & Tolerances dim_fraction_format i486_nt Std - Displays fractional dimensions in the standard std, aisc Creo Parametric format. Aisc - Displays fractional dimensions in the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) format and displays architectural units in AISC format for feet-inches. Dimensions & Tolerances dim_fraction_format x86e_win64 Std - Displays fractional dimensions in the standard std, aisc Creo Parametric format. Aisc - Displays fractional dimensions in the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) format and displays architectural units in AISC format for feet-inches. Dimensions & Tolerances dim_offscreen_limit i486_nt If more than zero, sets the margin beyond which dimensions are automatically snapped back onto the screen.For example, a value of .2 lets a dimension be 20% of the window size outside the window.If set to zero, disables snapping of offscreen dimensions. Dimensions & Tolerances dim_offscreen_limit x86e_win64 If more than zero, sets the margin beyond which dimensions are automatically snapped back onto the screen.For example, a value of .2 lets a dimension be 20% of the window size outside the window.If set to zero, disables snapping of offscreen dimensions. i486_nt If set to Yes, tolerances for non-angular dimensions will be displayed multiplied by 1000. x86e_win64 If set to Yes, tolerances for non-angular dimensions will be displayed multiplied by 1000. yes, no yes, no

Values 32

Default value

32

std

std

0.2

0.2

Dimensions & Tolerances display_tol_by_1000 Dimensions & Tolerances display_tol_by_1000

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Category Name Dimensions & Tolerances gtol_dim_placement

Platform i486_nt

Description Values Controls display of geometric tolerances in Part. Use on_bottom, under_value like drawing set-up option of the same name. On_bottom - Gtols display at bottom (below additional lines of text). Under_value - Gtols display under dimension value (above additional lines of text).

Default value on_bottom

Dimensions & Tolerances gtol_dim_placement

x86e_win64 Controls display of geometric tolerances in Part. Use on_bottom, under_value like drawing set-up option of the same name. On_bottom - Gtols display at bottom (below additional lines of text). Under_value - Gtols display under dimension value (above additional lines of text). i486_nt An alternate format for setting default linear tolerance dimensions. First value sets the number of decimal places. Second value is the actual tolerance. For example, 6 0.000025 sets tolerance to six decimal places. The default tolerance is 0.000025.

on_bottom

Dimensions & Tolerances linear_tol

Dimensions & Tolerances linear_tol

x86e_win64 An alternate format for setting default linear tolerance dimensions. First value sets the number of decimal places. Second value is the actual tolerance. For example, 6 0.000025 sets tolerance to six decimal places. The default tolerance is 0.000025. i486_nt Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. x86e_win64 Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. i486_nt Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file.

Dimensions & Tolerances linear_tol_0.0

Dimensions & Tolerances linear_tol_0.0

Dimensions & Tolerances linear_tol_0.00

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Category Name Dimensions & Tolerances linear_tol_0.00

Dimensions & Tolerances linear_tol_0.000

Dimensions & Tolerances linear_tol_0.000

Dimensions & Tolerances linear_tol_0.0000

Dimensions & Tolerances linear_tol_0.0000

Dimensions & Tolerances linear_tol_0.00000

Dimensions & Tolerances linear_tol_0.00000

Dimensions & Tolerances linear_tol_0.000000

Dimensions & Tolerances linear_tol_0.000000

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. i486_nt Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. x86e_win64 Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. i486_nt Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. x86e_win64 Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. i486_nt Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. x86e_win64 Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. i486_nt Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file. x86e_win64 Specify a range for default tolerances of linear and angular dimensions. These values affect only models created after the tolerance options are specified in the configuration file.

Values 1

Default value

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Category Name Platform Dimensions & Tolerances maintain_limit_tol_no i486_nt minal

Description Maintains the nominal value of a dimension regardless yes, no of the changes that you make to the tolerance values.

Values no

Default value

Dimensions & Tolerances maintain_limit_tol_no x86e_win64 Maintains the nominal value of a dimension regardless yes, no minal of the changes that you make to the tolerance values. Dimensions & Tolerances mark_approximate_di i486_nt ms Yes - Displays a tilde (~) in front of a dimension that is yes, no set to display as a fraction and has an actual value that is not rounded to equate exactly to the displayed fractional value (the fraction shows 7/32 but the actual value is .22, not 0.21875).

no

no

Dimensions & Tolerances mark_approximate_di x86e_win64 Yes - Displays a tilde (~) in front of a dimension that is yes, no ms set to display as a fraction and has an actual value that is not rounded to equate exactly to the displayed fractional value (the fraction shows 7/32 but the actual value is .22, not 0.21875). Dimensions & Tolerances minimum_angle_dim i486_nt ension Controls the minimum angle value under which Creo Parametric assumes colinearity of the selected items when creating a driven dimension. Dimensions & Tolerances minimum_angle_dim x86e_win64 Controls the minimum angle value under which Creo Parametric assumes colinearity of the selected items ension when creating a driven dimension. Dimensions & Tolerances parenthesize_ref_dim i486_nt Encloses reference dimensions in parentheses. No Follows reference dimensions with the text "REF". Dimensions & Tolerances parenthesize_ref_dim x86e_win64 Encloses reference dimensions in parentheses. No Follows reference dimensions with the text "REF". Dimensions & Tolerances restricted_gtol_dialog i486_nt Determines whether the Geometric Tolerance dialog restricts the user by graying out elements that are considered "illegal". Dimensions & Tolerances restricted_gtol_dialog x86e_win64 Determines whether the Geometric Tolerance dialog restricts the user by graying out elements that are considered "illegal".

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

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Category Name Platform Dimensions & Tolerances round_displayed_dim i486_nt _values

Description Sets the default status of the Round Displayed Value checkbox for new and newly shown dimensions.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

Dimensions & Tolerances round_displayed_dim x86e_win64 Sets the default status of the Round Displayed Value _values checkbox for new and newly shown dimensions. Dimensions & Tolerances tbl_driven_tol_val_edi i486_nt t Tbl_driven_tol_val_edit Y/N* - "Yes" allows users to directly edit the tolerance value of dimensions whose tolerance values are driven by tolerance tables. Editing the tolerance value of a dimension will make the dimension non-table-driven. "No" disallows direct editing of the tolerance values of table driven tolerances. Dimensions & Tolerances tbl_driven_tol_val_edi x86e_win64 Tbl_driven_tol_val_edit Y/N* - "Yes" allows users to t directly edit the tolerance value of dimensions whose tolerance values are driven by tolerance tables. Editing the tolerance value of a dimension will make the dimension non-table-driven. "No" disallows direct editing of the tolerance values of table driven tolerances. Dimensions & Tolerances tol_display i486_nt Displays dimensions with or without tolerances. Dimensions & Tolerances tol_display Dimensions & Tolerances tolerance_class x86e_win64 Displays dimensions with or without tolerances. i486_nt Sets the default tolerance class for ISO-standard models. The system uses the tolerance class in conjunction with the dimension value when retrieving tolerances for General or Broken Edge dimensions.

yes, no

yes

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no fine, medium, coarse, very_coarse

no no

Dimensions & Tolerances tolerance_class

x86e_win64 Sets the default tolerance class for ISO-standard models. The system uses the tolerance class in conjunction with the dimension value when retrieving tolerances for General or Broken Edge dimensions. i486_nt Sets the tolerance standard used when creating the model. x86e_win64 Sets the tolerance standard used when creating the model.

fine, medium, coarse, very_coarse

Dimensions & Tolerances tolerance_standard Dimensions & Tolerances tolerance_standard

ansi, iso ansi, iso

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Category Name Dimensions & Tolerances tolerance_table_dir

Platform i486_nt

Description Sets the default directory for user-defined tolerance tables for ISO-standard models. All Holes and Shafts tables overwrite existing tables when loaded.

Values

Default value

Dimensions & Tolerances tolerance_table_dir

x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for user-defined tolerance tables for ISO-standard models. All Holes and Shafts tables overwrite existing tables when loaded. i486_nt yes, no no

Dimensions & Tolerances use_major_units

Determines if fractional dimensions are displayed in terms of feet-inches or meter-mm. Yes - The major units are used. For example, when the units are inches and 25.125 is converted to a fraction, the dimension becomes 2' 1-1/8". Dimensions & Tolerances use_major_units x86e_win64 Determines if fractional dimensions are displayed in terms of feet-inches or meter-mm. Yes - The major units are used. For example, when the units are inches and 25.125 is converted to a fraction, the dimension becomes 2' 1-1/8". Dimensions & Tolerances use_nom_dim_val_in i486_nt Yes - use dimensions' nominal values in _expr expressions.No - use current values. Dimensions & Tolerances use_nom_dim_val_in x86e_win64 Yes - use dimensions' nominal values in _expr expressions.No - use current values. Drawing allow_move_attach_i i486_nt Yes - Move and Move Attach commands in drawing n_dtl_move mode act together. No - Move and Move Attach commands in drawing mode do not act together. Drawing allow_move_attach_i x86e_win64 Yes - Move and Move Attach commands in drawing n_dtl_move mode act together. No - Move and Move Attach commands in drawing mode do not act together. allow_move_view_wit i486_nt h_move allow_move_view_wit x86e_win64 h_move Disallow the movement of drawing views with the mouse. Disallow the movement of drawing views with the mouse.

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no yes

yes, no

yes

Drawing Drawing

yes, no yes, no

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Category Drawing

Name Platform allow_refs_to_geom_ i486_nt reps_in_drws

Description Yes - Allows you to create drawing references to yes, no geometry representations (includes dimensions, notes, and leaders). These references may become invalid if the referenced geometry changes resulting in geometry representations not updating in drawings.

Values no

Default value

Drawing

allow_refs_to_geom_ x86e_win64 Yes - Allows you to create drawing references to yes, no reps_in_drws geometry representations (includes dimensions, notes, and leaders). These references may become invalid if the referenced geometry changes resulting in geometry representations not updating in drawings. auto_constr_offset_to i486_nt lerance Sets the auto constraint tolerance for creating offset dimensions. If distance is less than this tolerance multiplied by component size, offset is set as coincident. Default value is 0.5 . auto_constr_offset_to x86e_win64 Sets the auto constraint tolerance for creating offset lerance dimensions. If distance is less than this tolerance multiplied by component size, offset is set as coincident. Default value is 0.5 . auto_regen_views i486_nt Yes - Automatically repaints the drawing display when yes, no changing from one window to another. No - Update to drawing views will only occur when manual updates are made via Repaint or View> Update. auto_regen_views x86e_win64 Yes - Automatically repaints the drawing display when yes, no changing from one window to another. No - Update to drawing views will only occur when manual updates are made via Repaint or View> Update. i486_nt Loads AutobuildZ application. x86e_win64 Loads AutobuildZ application. i486_nt Sets the BOM format file to be used for a customized BOM.Specify name and path. x86e_win64 Sets the BOM format file to be used for a customized BOM.Specify name and path. yes, no yes, no

no

Drawing

0.5

Drawing

0.5

Drawing

yes

Drawing

yes

Drawing Drawing Drawing Drawing

autobuildz_enabled autobuildz_enabled bom_format bom_format

no no <creo_loadpoint>\ text\format.bft <creo_loadpoint>\ text\format.bft

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Category Drawing

Name Platform create_drawing_dims i486_nt _only

Description Yes - Saves all new driven dimensions created in the yes, no drawing inside the drawing as associative draft dimensions. No - Saves driven dimensions created in Drawing mode on solid geometry in the solid.

Values no

Default value

Drawing

create_drawing_dims x86e_win64 Yes - Saves all new driven dimensions created in the yes, no _only drawing inside the drawing as associative draft dimensions. No - Saves driven dimensions created in Drawing mode on solid geometry in the solid. Sets the default number of decimal places (0-13) to which to round newly created angular dimensions. Unrounded angular dimensions automatically determine the number of decimal places required to display their stored value. default_ang_dec_pla x86e_win64 Sets the default number of decimal places (0-13) to ces which to round newly created angular dimensions. Unrounded angular dimensions automatically determine the number of decimal places required to display their stored value. default_draw_scale i486_nt Sets the default drawing scale for views added with the No Scale command. The value must be greater than 0. No - The system does not set a default drawing scale. default_draw_scale x86e_win64 Sets the default drawing scale for views added with the No Scale command. The value must be greater than 0. No - The system does not set a default drawing scale. default_font_kerning_ i486_nt Determines initial setting of Font kerning when 2D yes, no in_drawing drawing annotations are created. Yes - Font kerning is on for new 2D annotations. default_font_kerning_ x86e_win64 Determines initial setting of Font kerning when 2D yes, no in_drawing drawing annotations are created. Yes - Font kerning is on for new 2D annotations. disp_trimetric_dwg_ i486_nt Displays the model in default orientation when placing yes, no mode_view a general view on the drawing. No - Model does not appear until Default is chosen from the Orientation dialog box. default_ang_dec_pla i486_nt ces

no

Drawing

Drawing

Drawing

-1

Drawing

-1

Drawing

no

Drawing

no

Drawing

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Category Drawing

Name disp_trimetric_dwg_ mode_view

Drawing

display_dwg_sketch_ constraint display_dwg_sketch_ constraint display_dwg_tol_tags

Drawing

Drawing

Drawing

display_dwg_tol_tags

Drawing

display_in_adding_vi ew

Drawing

display_in_adding_vi ew

Drawing

draw_models_read_o nly

Platform Description x86e_win64 Displays the model in default orientation when placing a general view on the drawing. No - Model does not appear until Default is chosen from the Orientation dialog box. i486_nt When set to yes, parametric sketching constraints, such as V for vertical, are displayed when a drawing object is selected x86e_win64 When set to yes, parametric sketching constraints, such as V for vertical, are displayed when a drawing object is selected i486_nt Sets the display of the tolerance tags that appear in drawings. This option does not affect the display of tolerances on dimensions. x86e_win64 Sets the display of the tolerance tags that appear in drawings. This option does not affect the display of tolerances on dimensions. i486_nt Controls model display in a drawing when auto_regen_views is No. Wireframe - Adds new views in wireframe, displays datums. Minimal_wireframe Displays in wireframe, no datums, axes, or silhouette edges. Default - Displays using the Environment setting. x86e_win64 Controls model display in a drawing when auto_regen_views is No. Wireframe - Adds new views in wireframe, displays datums. Minimal_wireframe Displays in wireframe, no datums, axes, or silhouette edges. Default - Displays using the Environment setting. i486_nt Yes - Drawing model files are read-only.No model changes can be made.Cosmetic_only - Only cosmetic changes can be made to the model.Design changes are not allowed.Cosmetic changes include adding driven dimensions, cross sections, and explode states.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

wireframe, minimal_wireframe, default

wireframe

wireframe, minimal_wireframe, default

wireframe

yes, no, cosmetic_only

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Category Drawing

Drawing

Name Platform Description Values draw_models_read_o x86e_win64 Yes - Drawing model files are read-only.No model yes, no, cosmetic_only nly changes can be made.Cosmetic_only - Only cosmetic changes can be made to the model.Design changes are not allowed.Cosmetic changes include adding driven dimensions, cross sections, and explode states. draw_points_in_mod i486_nt Defines the current draft view's coordinate values as yes, no el_units model units rather than drawing units. The GET POINT menu uses the scale of the draft view and the draft view's model units for relative and absolute coordinate entry and display in the Message Window. draw_points_in_mod x86e_win64 Defines the current draft view's coordinate values as yes, no el_units model units rather than drawing units. The GET POINT menu uses the scale of the draft view and the draft view's model units for relative and absolute coordinate entry and display in the Message Window. Resolution of OLE object images. The range of valid values is 0 to 600 dots per inch. Resolution of OLE object images. The range of valid values is 0 to 600 dots per inch. Sets the default drawing setup file option values for your Creo Parametric session, otherwise, the system uses the default drawing setup file option values. Certain parameters in the file are valid only if you have a license for Pro/DETAIL. drawing_setup_file x86e_win64 Sets the default drawing setup file option values for your Creo Parametric session, otherwise, the system uses the default drawing setup file option values. Certain parameters in the file are valid only if you have a license for Pro/DETAIL. drawing_shaded_vie i486_nt Resolution of exported shaded drawing views.The w_dpi range of valid values is 0 to 600 dots per inch. drawing_shaded_vie x86e_win64 Resolution of exported shaded drawing views.The w_dpi range of valid values is 0 to 600 dots per inch. drawing_ole_image_ i486_nt dpi drawing_ole_image_ x86e_win64 dpi drawing_setup_file i486_nt

Default value no

no

Drawing

no

Drawing Drawing Drawing

150 150 <creo_loadpoint\text\prodet ail.dtl

Drawing

<creo_loadpoint\text\prodet ail.dtl

Drawing Drawing

150 150

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Category Drawing

Name Platform drawing_view_origin_ i486_nt csys

Drawing

Drawing

Description The named coordinate system will be used as the origin of a newly created view or of a modified view.None - The system will not use a previously specified coordinate system. drawing_view_origin_ x86e_win64 The named coordinate system will be used as the csys origin of a newly created view or of a modified view.None - The system will not use a previously specified coordinate system. dwg_unicode_conver i486_nt Defines the language used during Unicode conversion sion_language of pre-Wildfire 4.0 drawings. This option does not affect the conversion of models. File - Uses the language stored in the drawing header file; Session Uses the language of the current Creo Parametric session.

Values none

Default value

none

file, session, usascii, english, japanese, french, german, russian, italian, spanish, korean, chinese_tw, chinese_cn, hebrew, greek, turkish, czech, polish, hungarian, slovenian, portuguese, slovak file, session, usascii, english, japanese, french, german, russian, italian, spanish, korean, chinese_tw, chinese_cn, hebrew, greek, turkish, czech, polish, hungarian, slovenian, portuguese, slovak yes, no yes, no yes, no

file

Drawing

dwg_unicode_conver x86e_win64 Defines the language used during Unicode conversion sion_language of pre-Wildfire 4.0 drawings. This option does not affect the conversion of models. File - Uses the language stored in the drawing header file; Session Uses the language of the current Creo Parametric session.

file

Drawing Drawing Drawing

enable_shaded_view i486_nt _in_drawings enable_shaded_view x86e_win64 _in_drawings force_wireframe_in_d i486_nt rawings

Drawing

Yes - shading display is allowed in drawing views. No shading display will be shown in wireframe. Yes - shading display is allowed in drawing views. No shading display will be shown in wireframe. Yes - Displays all views of drawings in wireframe. No Displays views according to the display set for the session (wireframe, hidden, and so on). force_wireframe_in_d x86e_win64 Yes - Displays all views of drawings in wireframe. No rawings Displays views according to the display set for the session (wireframe, hidden, and so on).

yes yes no

yes, no

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Category Drawing

Name format_setup_file

Platform i486_nt

Drawing

format_setup_file

x86e_win64

Drawing

highlight_erased_dw i486_nt g_views

Drawing

highlight_erased_dw x86e_win64 g_views

Drawing Drawing Drawing

highlight_new_dims highlight_new_dims hlr_for_quilts

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Drawing

hlr_for_quilts

x86e_win64

Drawing

make_aux_view_note i486_nt s

Drawing

make_aux_view_note x86e_win64 s

Description Assigns a specified setup file to each drawing format. To assign the drawing's parameter values to the format, you must retrieve the drawing's setup file into the format. Assigns a specified setup file to each drawing format. To assign the drawing's parameter values to the format, you must retrieve the drawing's setup file into the format. Controls the display of erased view outlines (environment option Highlight Erased Views). Yes Highlights erased views. No - Turns off highlighting for erased views. Controls the display of erased view outlines (environment option Highlight Erased Views). Yes Highlights erased views. No - Turns off highlighting for erased views. In drawing mode, highlights new dimensions in red until you repaint the screen. In drawing mode, highlights new dimensions in red until you repaint the screen. In Drawing, controls quilt display in hidden line removal. Yes - Includes quilts in the hidden line removal process (preselects Qlt HLR in the VIEW DISP menu). Default in the VIEW DISP menu, uses the value you have set. In Drawing, controls quilt display in hidden line removal. Yes - Includes quilts in the hidden line removal process (preselects Qlt HLR in the VIEW DISP menu). Default in the VIEW DISP menu, uses the value you have set. Automatically adds view names to auxiliary views using AUX VIEW* viewname-viewname. You can modify the view name after adding the view to the drawing. Automatically adds view names to auxiliary views using AUX VIEW* viewname-viewname. You can modify the view name after adding the view to the drawing.

Values

Default value dwgform.dtl

dwgform.dtl

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

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Category Drawing

Name Platform make_parameters_fr i486_nt om_fmt_tables

Description Determines the handling of values entered in a format yes, no table when you replace one drawing format with another. Yes - Stores entered values for format table and copies them with the table. No - Prompts you to reenter all the values for the format table.

Values no

Default value

Drawing

make_parameters_fr x86e_win64 Determines the handling of values entered in a format yes, no table when you replace one drawing format with om_fmt_tables another. Yes - Stores entered values for format table and copies them with the table. No - Prompts you to reenter all the values for the format table. make_proj_view_not i486_nt es Automatically adds view names to projection views in the format "VIEW viewname-viewname." You can modify the view name after adding the view to the drawing. Automatically adds view names to projection views in the format "VIEW viewname-viewname." You can modify the view name after adding the view to the drawing. Specifies the extent of draft entity chains selected. Yes - Only entities in the chain that are tangent will be selected. No - All entities connected end to end will be selected. Specifies the extent of draft entity chains selected. Yes - Only entities in the chain that are tangent will be selected. No - All entities connected end to end will be selected. Set the preferred export format for Drawings and Layouts. Set the preferred export format for Drawings and Layouts. Sets the directory for the drawing setup files. If this option is not set, the system uses the default setup directory. Sets the directory for the drawing setup files. If this option is not set, the system uses the default setup directory. yes, no

no

Drawing

no

Drawing

make_proj_view_not x86e_win64 es

yes, no

no

Drawing

pick_chain_tangent_ i486_nt only

yes, no

no

Drawing

pick_chain_tangent_ x86e_win64 only

yes, no

no

Drawing Drawing Drawing

preferred_export_for i486_nt mat preferred_export_for x86e_win64 mat pro_dtl_setup_dir i486_nt

iges, dxf, step, cgm, pdf, dwg, pdf tiff, medusa, stheno iges, dxf, step, cgm, pdf, dwg, pdf tiff, medusa, stheno

Drawing

pro_dtl_setup_dir

x86e_win64

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Category Drawing Drawing Drawing

Name pro_format_dir pro_format_dir pro_note_dir

Platform i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Drawing

pro_note_dir

x86e_win64

Drawing Drawing Drawing

pro_palette_dir pro_palette_dir pro_symbol_dir

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Drawing

pro_symbol_dir

x86e_win64

Drawing

pro_table_dir

i486_nt

Drawing

pro_table_dir

x86e_win64

Drawing

remember_last_get_ i486_nt point_option remember_last_get_ x86e_win64 point_option

Drawing

Description Sets the default directory for the drawing format library. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for the drawing format library. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Specifies the directory from which to retrieve notes entered from a file. Use the full path name to avoid problems. Specifies the directory from which to retrieve notes entered from a file. Use the full path name to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for drawing symbol palette files. Sets the default directory for drawing symbol palette files. Set and automatically create the default directory for saving and retrieving user-defined symbols. If you do not specify a directory, the system uses the current working directory. Use full path name to avoid problems. Set and automatically create the default directory for saving and retrieving user-defined symbols. If you do not specify a directory, the system uses the current working directory. Use full path name to avoid problems. Specifies the directory to be used when tables are retrieved or saved. Use the full path name to avoid problems. Specifies the directory to be used when tables are retrieved or saved. Use the full path name to avoid problems. Yes - Sets the default of the GET POINT menu as the yes, no last option picked among Pick Pnt, Vertex and On Entity. Yes - Sets the default of the GET POINT menu as the yes, no last option picked among Pick Pnt, Vertex and On Entity.

Values

Default value

<work_dir>\config.pro_cronj obs\dump_i486_nt\ <work_dir>\config.pro_cronj obs\dump_x86e_win64\ <creo_loadpoint\symbols\pa lette\ <creo_loadpoint\symbols\pa lette\ <work_dir>\config.pro_cronj obs\dump_i486_nt\

<work_dir>\config.pro_cronj obs\dump_x86e_win64\

no

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Category Drawing

Drawing

Drawing

Description Yes - Stores view geometry and detail items such as solid dimensions. These items are displayed when retrieving the drawing in View-Only mode. save_display x86e_win64 Yes - Stores view geometry and detail items such as solid dimensions. These items are displayed when retrieving the drawing in View-Only mode. save_drawing_pictur i486_nt Embed - Embeds a picture file inside a drawing for e_file preview purposes. Export - Saves a drawing file as a picture file in the working directory when saving a drawing. Both - Does both embed and export. save_drawing_pictur x86e_win64 Embed - Embeds a picture file inside a drawing for e_file preview purposes. Export - Saves a drawing file as a picture file in the working directory when saving a drawing. Both - Does both embed and export. save_modified_draw i486_nt _models_only Determines whether the system saves the model after you have changed it. No - Saves the model every time that you store the drawing. save_modified_draw x86e_win64 Determines whether the system saves the model after _models_only you have changed it. No - Saves the model every time that you store the drawing. select_hidden_edges i486_nt Controls selectability of hidden edges in no-hidden _in_dwg drawing views. select_hidden_edges x86e_win64 Controls selectability of hidden edges in no-hidden _in_dwg drawing views. selection_of_remove i486_nt Yes - Entities in front of cross-section (planar or d_entities offset) can be selected, clipped (using Z-clipping), or erased with EDGE DISP menu. No - Geometry, datum points or curves, cosmetic features, threads, grooves, or coordinate systems cannot be erased.

Name save_display

Platform i486_nt

Values no, yes no

Default value

no, yes

no

no, export, embed, both

embed

Drawing

no, export, embed, both

embed

Drawing

no, yes

yes

Drawing

no, yes

yes

Drawing Drawing Drawing

yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes no

Drawing

selection_of_remove x86e_win64 Yes - Entities in front of cross-section (planar or yes, no d_entities offset) can be selected, clipped (using Z-clipping), or erased with EDGE DISP menu. No - Geometry, datum points or curves, cosmetic features, threads, grooves, or coordinate systems cannot be erased.

no

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Category Drawing Drawing Drawing Drawing Drawing

Name show_annotations_di alog_limit show_annotations_di alog_limit show_preview_defaul t show_preview_defaul t switch_dims_for_not es

Platform i486_nt

Description Default value for Annotations dialog box.

Values

Default value

x86e_win64 Default value for Annotations dialog box. i486_nt This option determines the default behavior for keep, remove preview in Show/Erase. x86e_win64 This option determines the default behavior for keep, remove preview in Show/Erase. i486_nt Yes - Dimensions will be displayed in their symbolic yes, no format during drawing note creation. No - Dimensions will be displayed in drawing notes as numerical values. remove remove yes

Drawing

switch_dims_for_not x86e_win64 Yes - Dimensions will be displayed in their symbolic yes, no es format during drawing note creation. No - Dimensions will be displayed in drawing notes as numerical values. sym_leader_orient_m ove_text sym_leader_orient_m ove_text symbol_instance_pal ette_file symbol_instance_pal ette_file symbol_palette_input i486_nt With Pro/DETAIL, automatically regroups weld symbol yes, no instances after you move the text. x86e_win64 With Pro/DETAIL, automatically regroups weld symbol yes, no instances after you move the text. i486_nt Specifies the location of the symbol instance palette. x86e_win64 Specifies the location of the symbol instance palette. i486_nt yes, no yes, no

yes

Drawing Drawing Drawing Drawing Drawing Drawing Drawing

no no

Controls the display of the special symbol palette during note creation. symbol_palette_input x86e_win64 Controls the display of the special symbol palette during note creation. todays_date_note_for i486_nt Controls the initial format of the date displayed in a mat drawing. The format for the setting is a string consisting of three portions: the year, the month, and the date. You can enter the portions in any order. todays_date_note_for x86e_win64 Controls the initial format of the date displayed in a mat drawing. The format for the setting is a string consisting of three portions: the year, the month, and the date. You can enter the portions in any order.

yes yes %dd-%mmm-%yy

Drawing

%dd-%mmm-%yy

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Category Drawing

Name Platform tol_num_digits_defau i486_nt lt_driven

Drawing

Drawing Drawing Drawing

Description Yes - The Default check boxes in the number of digits area of the Dimension Properties dialog will be checked when a dimension is created or first shown. No - The check boxes will be unchecked when a dimension is created or first shown. tol_num_digits_defau x86e_win64 Yes - The Default check boxes in the number of digits lt_driven area of the Dimension Properties dialog will be checked when a dimension is created or first shown. No - The check boxes will be unchecked when a dimension is created or first shown. triangulate_filled_are i486_nt Subdivide filled areas into triangles (may affect as memory usage and plot files). triangulate_filled_are x86e_win64 Subdivide filled areas into triangles (may affect as memory usage and plot files). variant_drawing_item i486_nt No - Drawing items moved/copied to a different sheet _sizes or located on a changed sheet keep same size and relative orientation on paper. Yes - Some items scale/reposition to be the same on paper, and others scale and/or reposition to be the same on screen.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no

Drawing

variant_drawing_item x86e_win64 No - Drawing items moved/copied to a different sheet yes, no _sizes or located on a changed sheet keep same size and relative orientation on paper. Yes - Some items scale/reposition to be the same on paper, and others scale and/or reposition to be the same on screen. align_cable_bundles i486_nt Align NEWLY CREATED bundles where they meet or yes, no branch out align_cable_bundles x86e_win64 Align NEWLY CREATED bundles where they meet or yes, no branch out allow_harn_mfg_assy i486_nt Allow to retrieve a harness mfg assembly directly. yes, no _retrieval allow_harn_mfg_assy x86e_win64 Allow to retrieve a harness mfg assembly directly. yes, no _retrieval assemble_parent_co i486_nt Assemble parent connectors on locations referencing yes, no nnector a subconnector. assemble_parent_co x86e_win64 Assemble parent connectors on locations referencing yes, no nnector a subconnector.

no

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Category Electromechanical

Name Platform auto_convert_cables i486_nt

Electromechanical

Electromechanical

Description Yes - When regenerating a pre-Release 11.0 cabling yes, no assembly, the system automatically creates a separate spool feature for every individual wire or cable in the assembly. No - An interface for the cable conversion appears. auto_convert_cables x86e_win64 Yes - When regenerating a pre-Release 11.0 cabling yes, no assembly, the system automatically creates a separate spool feature for every individual wire or cable in the assembly. No - An interface for the cable conversion appears. auto_xml_on_retrieve i486_nt Automatically load Cabling Logical Reference from an yes, no XML file when retrieving the cabling assembly auto_xml_on_retrieve x86e_win64 Automatically load Cabling Logical Reference from an yes, no XML file when retrieving the cabling assembly auto_xml_on_save Automatically create an XML Logical Reference when saving a cabling assembly auto_xml_on_save x86e_win64 Automatically create an XML Logical Reference when saving a cabling assembly autoroute_path_para i486_nt Set the wire parameter to use to select a path during m_name autorouting. autoroute_path_para x86e_win64 Set the wire parameter to use to select a path during m_name autorouting. cable_int_portions_fo i486_nt No - Global clearance checking for internal cable r_clr portions is excluded. Yes - Global clearance checking for internal cable portions is included. cable_int_portions_fo x86e_win64 No - Global clearance checking for internal cable r_clr portions is excluded. Yes - Global clearance checking for internal cable portions is included. cable_location_overri i486_nt Override the system color of cable locations. Enter de_color RGB values between 0 and 255 separated by space. cable_location_overri x86e_win64 Override the system color of cable locations. Enter de_color RGB values between 0 and 255 separated by space. i486_nt yes, no yes, no

Values yes

Default value

yes

no

Electromechanical

no

Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical

no no use_path use_path

no, yes

no

Electromechanical

no, yes

no

Electromechanical

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Category Electromechanical

Name Platform cable_segment_overr i486_nt ide_color cable_segment_overr x86e_win64 ide_color cables_with_hlr cables_with_hlr compact_cables_pac king compact_cables_pac king cti_class_color_file i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Electromechanical

Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical

Electromechanical

cti_class_color_file

x86e_win64

Electromechanical

diagram_export_allo i486_nt w

Description Override the system color of cable segments that do not have a color map. Enter RGB values between 0 and 255 separated by space. Override the system color of cable segments that do not have a color map. Enter RGB values between 0 and 255 separated by space. Cables are not hidden behind objects. Cables are not hidden behind objects. Setup whether the new packing of cables should be applied. Setup whether the new packing of cables should be applied. Sets the CTI class color file for CTI class color displayduring electrical clearance and creepage analysis.Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Sets the CTI class color file for CTI class color displayduring electrical clearance and creepage analysis.Use the full pathname to avoid problems. YES: Allow user to save a copy of loaded diagrams as DGE file for loading into Routed Systems Designer, NO: Do not provide option to save a diagram as DGE.

Values

Default value

no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no

yes yes no no

no, yes

no

Electromechanical

diagram_export_allo x86e_win64 YES: Allow user to save a copy of loaded diagrams as no, yes w DGE file for loading into Routed Systems Designer, NO: Do not provide option to save a diagram as DGE. diagram_pin_edit_mu i486_nt lti_line (Diagram)Determines the Pro/TABLE format used yes, no when you are modifying pin parameters. "yes" - You can add user-defined pin parameters by including them between the DEFINE and ENDDEF statements for each pin. "no" - The system uses columnar format and

no

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Electromechanical

Name Platform Description diagram_pin_edit_mu x86e_win64 (Diagram)Determines the Pro/TABLE format used yes, no lti_line when you are modifying pin parameters. "yes" - You can add user-defined pin parameters by including them between the DEFINE and ENDDEF statements for each pin. "no" - The system uses columnar format and display_internal_cabl i486_nt Yes - Internal cable portions will be displayed for any yes, no e_portion wires that have been manually set to Yes in the Cable Paths Setup dialog box for each individual splice and custom component. This option can be overridden in the Environment dialog box. display_internal_cabl x86e_win64 Yes - Internal cable portions will be displayed for any yes, no e_portion wires that have been manually set to Yes in the Cable Paths Setup dialog box for each individual splice and custom component. This option can be overridden in the Environment dialog box. display_route_cable_ i486_nt preview If no then Route Cables tool does not display preview of cables as they are routed.Otherwise Route Cables tool will show a preview of the path routed cables will follow. display_route_cable_ x86e_win64 If no then Route Cables tool does not display preview preview of cables as they are routed.Otherwise Route Cables tool will show a preview of the path routed cables will follow. display_thick_cables i486_nt Yes - Display cables and wires with thickness. No Display the centerline of cables and wires only. This option can be overridden in the Environment dialog box. display_thick_cables x86e_win64 Yes - Display cables and wires with thickness. No Display the centerline of cables and wires only. This option can be overridden in the Environment dialog box. fan_significant_locati i486_nt Setup whether only significant locations should be ons_only flattened on flattening a harness. fan_significant_locati x86e_win64 Setup whether only significant locations should be ons_only flattened on flattening a harness. yes, no

Values no

Default value

no

Electromechanical

no

Electromechanical

yes

Electromechanical

yes, no

yes

Electromechanical

yes, no

no

Electromechanical

yes, no

no

Electromechanical Electromechanical

yes, no yes, no

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Category Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical

Name fan_with_network

Description Setup whether the network should be included on flattening a harness. fan_with_network x86e_win64 Setup whether the network should be included on flattening a harness. freeze_failed_cable_l i486_nt Suspends the cable location at its last known ocations assembly location. freeze_failed_cable_l x86e_win64 Suspends the cable location at its last known ocations assembly location. full_hlr_for_cables i486_nt Full - Removes hidden lines from view when cables hide other geometry (use when Hidden Line active). Partial - Cables hide other non-interfering cables except when cables route together between same locations. None - Display hidden lines (faster). full_hlr_for_cables x86e_win64 Full - Removes hidden lines from view when cables hide other geometry (use when Hidden Line active). Partial - Cables hide other non-interfering cables except when cables route together between same locations. None - Display hidden lines (faster).

Platform i486_nt

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no none, full, partial yes yes no no full

Default value

Electromechanical

none, full, partial

full

Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical

Provides the complete path to the directory containing harness start parts and assemblies harn_start_model_dir x86e_win64 Provides the complete path to the directory containing harness start parts and assemblies harn_tang_line_displ i486_nt Display the tangency lines between cable segments in ay thick cable display mode. harn_tang_line_displ x86e_win64 Display the tangency lines between cable segments in ay thick cable display mode. hlr_for_xhatches i486_nt Controls whether HLR to be enabled for crosshatches in drawing mode. hlr_for_xhatches x86e_win64 Controls whether HLR to be enabled for crosshatches in drawing mode. network_location_ove i486_nt Override the system color of network locations. Enter rride_color RGB values between 0 and 255 separated by space. network_location_ove x86e_win64 Override the system color of network locations. Enter rride_color RGB values between 0 and 255 separated by space.

harn_start_model_dir i486_nt

yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes

yes yes no no

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Name Platform network_segment_ov i486_nt erride_color

Description Override the system color of network segments. Enter RGB values between 0 and 255 separated by space.

Values

Default value

Electromechanical

network_segment_ov x86e_win64 Override the system color of network segments. Enter erride_color RGB values between 0 and 255 separated by space. orthogonal_snap i486_nt Controls non-90 degree routing in Pro/DIAGRAM. Yes yes, no - Turns the Ortho Snap function on. You can sketch wires only at the default horizontal and vertical orientation. No - Enables you to sketch wires in drawings at angles other than the default. x86e_win64 Controls non-90 degree routing in Pro/DIAGRAM. Yes yes, no - Turns the Ortho Snap function on. You can sketch wires only at the default horizontal and vertical orientation. No - Enables you to sketch wires in drawings at angles other than the default. i486_nt Sets the directory from which terminators are retrieved. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Sets the directory from which terminators are retrieved. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. i486_nt Sets the directory from which spools are retrieved. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. <work_dir>\config.pro_cronj obs\dump_i486_nt\ <work_dir>\config.pro_cronj obs\dump_x86e_win64\ yes, no yes, no y_axis, x_axis y_axis, x_axis no no y_axis y_axis yes

Electromechanical

Electromechanical

orthogonal_snap

yes

Electromechanical

pro_cbltrm_dir

Electromechanical

pro_cbltrm_dir

Electromechanical

pro_spool_dir

Electromechanical

pro_spool_dir

x86e_win64 Sets the directory from which spools are retrieved. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. i486_nt

Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical

report_end_splice

Setup whether the terminal splices of cables are reported. report_end_splice x86e_win64 Setup whether the terminal splices of cables are reported. ribbon_cable_flat_dir i486_nt Flat ribbon cables in the y-axis of entry ports. ection ribbon_cable_flat_dir x86e_win64 Flat ribbon cables in the y-axis of entry ports. ection template_flat_harnes i486_nt Specify the model used as the default flattened s Harness assembly template.

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Category Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical

Name template_flat_harnes s template_harnesspar t template_harnesspar t terminator_table_out _unicode terminator_table_out _unicode update_harness_mfg _line_color update_harness_mfg _line_color update_pre_130_har ness

Electromechanical

Electromechanical Electromechanical Electromechanical

Electromechanical

update_pre_130_har ness

Electromechanical

update_pre_16_cable _layers update_pre_16_cable _layers accuracy_lower_bou nd accuracy_lower_bou nd

Electromechanical

Environment

Environment

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default flattened Harness assembly template. i486_nt Specify the model used as the default Harness part template. x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default Harness part template. i486_nt YES - Unicode strings are exported in terminator table files, NO - Unicode strings are converted to ASCII characters for terminator table export. x86e_win64 YES - Unicode strings are exported in terminator table files, NO - Unicode strings are converted to ASCII characters for terminator table export. i486_nt Update cable line color for harness-mfg part created in release 2000i or earlier. x86e_win64 Update cable line color for harness-mfg part created in release 2000i or earlier. i486_nt Yes - When a cable is added between two previously laid out locations in a three-dimensional reference harness, display of the new cable will update automatically in pre-Release 13 flattened cable models. x86e_win64 Yes - When a cable is added between two previously laid out locations in a three-dimensional reference harness, display of the new cable will update automatically in pre-Release 13 flattened cable models. i486_nt Yes - Harnesses containing cables routed prior to Release 16.0 will be automatically updated upon retrieval to comply with new display standards. x86e_win64 Yes - Harnesses containing cables routed prior to Release 16.0 will be automatically updated upon retrieval to comply with new display standards. i486_nt Enter an accuracy value to override the default lower limit.The minimum value for relative accuracy is 1E06. x86e_win64 Enter an accuracy value to override the default lower limit.The minimum value for relative accuracy is 1E06.

Values

Default value

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

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Category Environment

Name ang_units

Platform i486_nt

Environment

ang_units

x86e_win64

Environment

bell

i486_nt

Environment

bell

x86e_win64

Environment

clearance_triangulati i486_nt on clearance_triangulati x86e_win64 on clock clock i486_nt x86e_win64

Environment

Environment Environment Environment

clr_print_plus_minus i486_nt

Description Sets the display of angular dimensions to decimal degrees (ang_deg), degrees and decimal minutes (ang_min) or degrees, minutes and decimal seconds (ang_sec). Sets the display of angular dimensions to decimal degrees (ang_deg), degrees and decimal minutes (ang_min) or degrees, minutes and decimal seconds (ang_sec). Yes - Turns on the keyboard bell that rings after each prompt. No - Turns off the keyboard bell. To override this setting use the Environment dialog box on the Tools menu. Yes - Turns on the keyboard bell that rings after each prompt. No - Turns off the keyboard bell. To override this setting use the Environment dialog box on the Tools menu. Specifies the quality of surface triangulation used to obtain initial guess points for clearance and interference calculations. Specifies the quality of surface triangulation used to obtain initial guess points for clearance and interference calculations. Yes - Displays the clock while Creo Parametric is working. Yes - Displays the clock while Creo Parametric is working. Sets the display of the system accuracy when calculating clearances between two parts or surfaces. The default is to not display the accuracy.

Values ang_deg, ang_min, ang_sec

Default value ang_deg

ang_deg, ang_min, ang_sec

ang_deg

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

none, low, medium, high

none

none, low, medium, high

none

yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no

Environment

clr_print_plus_minus x86e_win64 Sets the display of the system accuracy when yes, no calculating clearances between two parts or surfaces. The default is to not display the accuracy.

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Category Environment

Name company_name

Platform i486_nt

Description Used with the export option iges_out_mil_d_28000. To support MIL-D-28000, your company name is required input and the system prompts you every time you export through IGES unless you set the company name in your configuration file.

Values

Default value

Environment

company_name

x86e_win64 Used with the export option iges_out_mil_d_28000. To support MIL-D-28000, your company name is required input and the system prompts you every time you export through IGES unless you set the company name in your configuration file. 0 0 yes, no yes, no no, yes yes yes no

Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment

Environment

Environment

default_abs_accurac i486_nt Defines the default absolute part accuracy. y default_abs_accurac x86e_win64 Defines the default absolute part accuracy. y display_annotations i486_nt Determines whether or not annotations are displayed in 3D models. display_annotations x86e_win64 Determines whether or not annotations are displayed in 3D models. display_full_object_p i486_nt Controls the display of the object's full file name ath (including its object-type suffix and its version number) and file path in the window title and Model Info display. Yes - Displays full file name and file path. No Displays object name only. display_full_object_p x86e_win64 Controls the display of the object's full file name ath (including its object-type suffix and its version number) and file path in the window title and Model Info display. Yes - Displays full file name and file path. No Displays object name only. enable_absolute_acc i486_nt Controls display of the ACCURACY menu. Yes uracy ACCURACY menu always appears when you choose Accuracy from the PART SETUP menu. No - The menu appears only if the part is currently defined with absolute accuracy.

no, yes

no

yes, no

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Environment

Environment

Environment Environment Environment

Environment

Environment

Name Platform Description enable_absolute_acc x86e_win64 Controls display of the ACCURACY menu. Yes uracy ACCURACY menu always appears when you choose Accuracy from the PART SETUP menu. No - The menu appears only if the part is currently defined with absolute accuracy. flip_arrow_scale i486_nt Sets a scale factor for enlarging the size of the flip arrow that appears for feature creation direction (default = 1). flip_arrow_scale x86e_win64 Sets a scale factor for enlarging the size of the flip arrow that appears for feature creation direction (default = 1). highlight_geometry i486_nt Yes - Items selected in the model tree are highlighted in the geometry area. highlight_geometry x86e_win64 Yes - Items selected in the model tree are highlighted in the geometry area. info_output_format i486_nt Setup the default format type for information presentation. Text - information will be output as simple text. HTML - information will be output as html data. info_output_format x86e_win64 Setup the default format type for information presentation. Text - information will be output as simple text. HTML - information will be output as html data. info_output_mode i486_nt Sets default method for presenting information. Both View information on screen and write information to file. Screen - View information on screen only. File Write information to file only. Choose - Select method from the INFO OUTPUT menu. info_output_mode

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no yes, no text, html

yes yes html

text, html

html

choose, screen, file, both

both

Environment

x86e_win64 Sets default method for presenting information. Both - choose, screen, file, both View information on screen and write information to file. Screen - View information on screen only. File Write information to file only. Choose - Select method from the INFO OUTPUT menu. Calculate mass properties upon regeneration, upon save or by user request by_request, automatic, check_upon_save

both

Environment

mass_property_calcu i486_nt late

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Category Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment

Environment

Environment Environment Environment

The number of mesh triangles which are used to approximate model in collision detection. x86e_win64 The number of mesh triangles which are used to approximate model in collision detection. i486_nt Sets the number of significant figures displayed as results when using the Measure dialog box from the Info menu. measure_sig_figures x86e_win64 Sets the number of significant figures displayed as results when using the Measure dialog box from the Info menu. model_grid_balloon_ i486_nt Controls the display of grid balloons. display model_grid_balloon_ x86e_win64 Controls the display of grid balloons. display model_grid_neg_prefi i486_nt Enables you to specify the prefix to use for negative x numbers in the balloon capture of the grid. model_grid_neg_prefi x86e_win64 Enables you to specify the prefix to use for negative x numbers in the balloon capture of the grid. model_grid_num_dig i486_nt

Name mass_property_calcu late mathcad_automappin g mathcad_automappin g mdx_collision_num_t riangles mdx_collision_num_t riangles measure_sig_figures

Platform Description x86e_win64 Calculate mass properties upon regeneration, upon save or by user request i486_nt Toggles Mathcad analysis automapping of variables x86e_win64 Toggles Mathcad analysis automapping of variables i486_nt

Values by_request, automatic, check_upon_save yes, no yes, no

Default value by_request no no 1000 1000 6

yes, no yes, no

yes yes -

Environment

Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment

Environment

Controls the number of decimal places displayed in the balloon capture. 0 - Only integers display. model_grid_num_dig x86e_win64 Controls the number of decimal places displayed in the balloon capture. 0 - Only integers display. model_grid_spacing i486_nt Sets the default model grid spacing. model_grid_spacing x86e_win64 Sets the default model grid spacing. model_notes_as_lab i486_nt Gives the option to display notes as either full text or no, yes els as label. Can also be toggled with environment option "Display Notes as Names." model_notes_as_lab x86e_win64 Gives the option to display notes as either full text or no, yes els as label. Can also be toggled with environment option "Display Notes as Names."

1.5 1.5 no

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Environment

Environment Environment Environment

Description Toggles display of the Model Tree. Yes - Displays the no, yes Model Tree window along with its model. No - Does not display the Model Tree window. model_tree_start x86e_win64 Toggles display of the Model Tree. Yes - Displays the no, yes Model Tree window along with its model. No - Does not display the Model Tree window. modelcheck_enabled i486_nt Enable ModelCHECK yes, no modelcheck_enabled x86e_win64 Enable ModelCHECK prehighlight i486_nt Yes - Selectable items beneath the pointer are highlighted prior to being selected. No - Selectable items beneath the pointer are not highlighted prior to being selected. x86e_win64 Yes - Selectable items beneath the pointer are highlighted prior to being selected. No - Selectable items beneath the pointer are not highlighted prior to being selected. i486_nt Yes ? Selectable items in the model tree and layer tree are highlighted prior to being selected. x86e_win64 Yes ? Selectable items in the model tree and layer tree are highlighted prior to being selected. i486_nt Sets the default units for new objects. x86e_win64 Sets the default units for new objects. i486_nt Sets the default units for mass for new objects. yes, no yes, no

Name model_tree_start

Platform i486_nt

Values yes

Default value

yes

yes yes

Environment

prehighlight

yes, no

Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment

prehighlight_tree prehighlight_tree pro_unit_length pro_unit_length pro_unit_mass

yes, no yes, no unit_inch, unit_foot, unit_mm, unit_cm, unit_m unit_inch, unit_foot, unit_mm, unit_cm, unit_m unit_ounce, unit_pound, unit_ton, unit_gram, unit_kilogram, unit_tonne unit_ounce, unit_pound, unit_ton, unit_gram, unit_kilogram, unit_tonne mks, cgs, mmns, fps, ips, proe_def, mmks mks, cgs, mmns, fps, ips, proe_def, mmks

no no unit_inch unit_inch unit_pound

Environment

pro_unit_mass

x86e_win64 Sets the default units for mass for new objects.

unit_pound

Environment Environment

pro_unit_sys pro_unit_sys

i486_nt

Specifies the default system of units for new models.

x86e_win64 Specifies the default system of units for new models.

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Name Platform proe_memory_buffer i486_nt _size

Description Specify the size in megabytes of the memory buffer to be reserved by Creo Parametric for system out of memory condition. You must restart Creo Parametric for the change to take effect.

Values 50

Default value

Environment

proe_memory_buffer x86e_win64 Specify the size in megabytes of the memory buffer to _size be reserved by Creo Parametric for system out of memory condition. You must restart Creo Parametric for the change to take effect. Specifies the directory in which the system stores regen_backup models. (See regen_backup_using_disk.) The primary default is the current directory, but if that directory is read-only, the secondary default is the /tmp directory. regen_backup_direct x86e_win64 Specifies the directory in which the system stores ory regen_backup models. (See regen_backup_using_disk.) The primary default is the current directory, but if that directory is read-only, the secondary default is the /tmp directory. regen_backup_using i486_nt Specifies whether or not the system backs up the _disk current model to disk before each regeneration. regen_backup_using x86e_win64 Specifies whether or not the system backs up the _disk current model to disk before each regeneration. select_on_dtm_edge i486_nt All_modes - Select a datum plane by clicking on its s visual boundary. Sketcher_only - Select a datum plane by clicking on its tag in modes other than Sketcher. If you use Query frequently, set this option to Sketcher_only. select_on_dtm_edge x86e_win64 All_modes - Select a datum plane by clicking on its s visual boundary. Sketcher_only - Select a datum plane by clicking on its tag in modes other than Sketcher. If you use Query frequently, set this option to Sketcher_only. regen_backup_direct i486_nt ory

50

Environment

Environment

Environment Environment Environment

yes, no yes, no all_modes, sketcher_only

no no all_modes

Environment

all_modes, sketcher_only

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Category Environment

Environment

Environment

Description No - Dimension values always appear positive. yes, no Negative value creates geometry to opposite side. Yes - Entering negative value for dim displayed as negative creates geometry to same side. Dims for csys and datum point offsets always show neg/pos value. yes, no show_dim_sign x86e_win64 No - Dimension values always appear positive. Negative value creates geometry to opposite side. Yes - Entering negative value for dim displayed as negative creates geometry to same side. Dims for csys and datum point offsets always show neg/pos value. show_selected_item_ i486_nt Show id of Creo Parametric and Sketcher geometry in no, yes id query selection bin, collector and tool tip. show_selected_item_ x86e_win64 Show id of Creo Parametric and Sketcher geometry in no, yes id query selection bin, collector and tool tip. spin_center_display Determines whether or not the spin center symbol displays. spin_center_display x86e_win64 Determines whether or not the spin center symbol displays. start_appmgr i486_nt Determines whether or not the application manager starts when Creo Parametric is started. start_appmgr x86e_win64 Determines whether or not the application manager starts when Creo Parametric is started. startup_check_for_vi i486_nt Determines whether or not the visualization sualization components are checked for installation upon startup. i486_nt yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

Name show_dim_sign

Platform i486_nt

Values no

Default value

no

no

Environment

no

Environment Environment Environment Environment Environment

yes yes yes yes yes

Environment

startup_check_for_vi x86e_win64 Determines whether or not the visualization yes, no sualization components are checked for installation upon startup. allow_anatomic_featu i486_nt res Allow the creation of pre-Pro/ENGINEER 2000i yes, no geometry features including ear, neck, lip, slot, flange, shaft, local push, radius dome and section dome.

yes

Features

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Name Platform Description allow_anatomic_featu x86e_win64 Allow the creation of pre-Pro/ENGINEER 2000i yes, no res geometry features including ear, neck, lip, slot, flange, shaft, local push, radius dome and section dome. allow_fully_dependen i486_nt t_copy Enables the usage of advanced copy/paste yes, no functionality tocontrol degree of dependency on the pasted object. allow_fully_dependen x86e_win64 Enables the usage of advanced copy/paste yes, no t_copy functionality tocontrol degree of dependency on the pasted object. allow_udf_style_cos i486_nt Defines the Cosmetic Thread user interface. Yes yes, no m_threads Creates a Cosmetic Thread as a UDF. No - Creates a Cosmetic Thread as a Cosmetic Thread feature. allow_udf_style_cos m_threads x86e_win64 Defines the Cosmetic Thread user interface. Yes yes, no Creates a Cosmetic Thread as a UDF. No - Creates a Cosmetic Thread as a Cosmetic Thread feature. i486_nt

Values no

Default value

Features

yes

Features

yes

Features

no

Features

no

Features Features Features

Features

Features

Features

Features

Modify grid space in angular units for handle movement. angle_grid_interval x86e_win64 Modify grid space in angular units for handle movement. auto_add_remove i486_nt Allows Creo Parametric to automatically switch from add to remove of material for solid extrude and revolve during feature creation. auto_add_remove x86e_win64 Allows Creo Parametric to automatically switch from add to remove of material for solid extrude and revolve during feature creation. If set to yes, copying a feature group containing an autohide_copied_gro i486_nt Annotation feature will automatically hide the up_af Annotation Features in the new group. autohide_copied_gro x86e_win64 If set to yes, copying a feature group containing an Annotation feature will automatically hide the up_af Annotation Features in the new group. autohide_external_sk i486_nt If set to yes, a Sketch feature is automatically hidden etch after being used as external sketch for a sketch based feature.

angle_grid_interval

1 1 yes, no no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

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Features Features Features Features Features Features Features Features Features

Name Platform Description autohide_external_sk x86e_win64 If set to yes, a Sketch feature is automatically hidden etch after being used as external sketch for a sketch based feature. Determines the maximum number of edge chains that autoround_max_n_c i486_nt the Auto-Round algorithm will attempt to round in each hains_per_feat Auto-Round member autoround_max_n_c x86e_win64 Determines the maximum number of edge chains that hains_per_feat the Auto-Round algorithm will attempt to round in each Auto-Round member centimeter_grid_inter i486_nt Modify grid space in centimeter units for handle val movement. centimeter_grid_inter x86e_win64 Modify grid space in centimeter units for handle val movement. copy_set_datum_attr i486_nt If set to yes, allow to copy set datum associated with datum features.. copy_set_datum_attr x86e_win64 If set to yes, allow to copy set datum associated with datum features.. default_dep_copy_op i486_nt Sets Full Dependent Copy as a default copy option. tion default_dep_copy_op x86e_win64 Sets Full Dependent Copy as a default copy option. tion display_draggers i486_nt Display Dragger for Edit mode. display_draggers x86e_win64 Display Dragger for Edit mode. dynamic_preview i486_nt Controls the default state of geometry preview within a feature tool. Attached/Unattached - Dynamic attached/unattached geometry preview will be enabled. No - Geometry preview will not be enabled. dynamic_preview

Values yes, no yes

Default value

20

20

0.1 0.1 yes, no yes, no full_dep, dep_dim full_dep, dep_dim yes, no yes, no attached, unattached, no yes yes dep_dim dep_dim yes yes attached

Features

x86e_win64 Controls the default state of geometry preview within a attached, unattached, no feature tool. Attached/Unattached - Dynamic attached/unattached geometry preview will be enabled. No - Geometry preview will not be enabled. i486_nt Enable Auto Regeneration for Unified Edit Mode. x86e_win64 Enable Auto Regeneration for Unified Edit Mode. yes, no yes, no

attached

Features Features

enable_auto_regen enable_auto_regen

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Name Platform enable_tapered_extr i486_nt ude

Description Enables you to add a taper to an extrude feature by yes, no displaying the Add taper check box and the taper degree value box on the Extrude tab Options tab. yes The Add taper check box is displayed. no - The Add taper check box is not displayed.

Values yes

Default value

Features

yes, no enable_tapered_extr x86e_win64 Enables you to add a taper to an extrude feature by displaying the Add taper check box and the taper ude degree value box on the Extrude tab Options tab. yes The Add taper check box is displayed. no - The Add taper check box is not displayed. fail_unattached_featu i486_nt re Handles unattached protrusion and cuts, when yes, no retrieving pre-Release 15 models. Yes - When a part is retrieved, the system fails an unattached protrusion or cut. No - When a part is retrieved, the system does not fail an unattached protrusion or cut.

yes

Features

no

Features

fail_unattached_featu x86e_win64 Handles unattached protrusion and cuts, when yes, no re retrieving pre-Release 15 models. Yes - When a part is retrieved, the system fails an unattached protrusion or cut. No - When a part is retrieved, the system does not fail an unattached protrusion or cut. feature_create_auto_ i486_nt begin In feature creation, determines whether or not the Define button is automatically activated when you open the dialog box. Yes - Button is activated automatically. No - You select the button. feature_create_auto_ x86e_win64 In feature creation, determines whether or not the begin Define button is automatically activated when you open the dialog box. Yes - Button is activated automatically. No - You select the button. feature_create_auto_ i486_nt In feature creation, determines whether or not the system activates the dialog box OK button ok automatically when the last required element is defined. Yes - Button is activated automatically. No You select the button. yes, no

no

Features

no

Features

yes, no

no

Features

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Name Platform Description feature_create_auto_ x86e_win64 In feature creation, determines whether or not the ok system activates the dialog box OK button automatically when the last required element is defined. Yes - Button is activated automatically. No You select the button. foot_grid_interval i486_nt Modify grid space in foot units for handle movement. foot_grid_interval x86e_win64 Modify grid space in foot units for handle movement.

Values yes, no no

Default value

0.083333 0.083333 yes, no no

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Features Features Features

Features

Features Features Features Features Features Features

No- Uses hole-table-driven standard hole diameter value. Yes - Allows specifying the drilled hole value instead of the standard value. hole_diameter_overri x86e_win64 No- Uses hole-table-driven standard hole diameter de value. Yes - Allows specifying the drilled hole value instead of the standard value. hole_file_resolution i486_nt Specify Hole tool to use external hole parameter (.hol) files. hole_file_resolution x86e_win64 Specify Hole tool to use external hole parameter (.hol) files. hole_parameter_file_ i486_nt Specifies the directory path for a standard screw-size path parameters (.hol) file to be loaded from disk. Use the full path name to avoid problems. hole_parameter_file_ x86e_win64 Specifies the directory path for a standard screw-size parameters (.hol) file to be loaded from disk. Use the path full path name to avoid problems. inch_grid_interval i486_nt Modify grid space in inch units for handle movement. inch_grid_interval keep_info_datums x86e_win64 Modify grid space in inch units for handle movement. i486_nt

hole_diameter_overri i486_nt de

yes, no

no

replace_with_external, use_internal replace_with_external, use_internal

replace_with_external replace_with_external

0.03125 0.03125 yes, no yes, no yes yes 0.5 0.5

Sets the initial state of how the system treats datums and features created at run time. keep_info_datums x86e_win64 Sets the initial state of how the system treats datums and features created at run time. max_regen_time_att i486_nt Sets the maximum regeneration time for the dynamic ach_preview attached preview. max_regen_time_att x86e_win64 Sets the maximum regeneration time for the dynamic ach_preview attached preview.

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Name merge_type merge_type meter_grid_interval meter_grid_interval

Platform i486_nt

Description Values Sets the default merge type surface merge operations. join, intersect

Default value intersect intersect 0.001 0.001 0.1 0.1

x86e_win64 Sets the default merge type surface merge operations. join, intersect i486_nt Modify grid space in meter units for handle movement.

x86e_win64 Modify grid space in meter units for handle movement.

millimeter_grid_interv i486_nt al millimeter_grid_interv x86e_win64 al pro_group_dir i486_nt

Features

Features Features Features

Features

Features

Modify grid space in millimeter units for handle movement. Modify grid space in millimeter units for handle movement. Sets the default directory for the user-defined feature (UDF) library. If not specified, your current working directory is the default. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_group_dir x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the user-defined feature (UDF) library. If not specified, your current working directory is the default. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. ratio_grid_interval i486_nt Modify grid space in percentage units for handle movement. ratio_grid_interval x86e_win64 Modify grid space in percentage units for handle movement. show_geom_checks_ i486_nt Yes - The SHOW ERRORS menu appears at the end yes, no on_creation of feature creation when the feature being created has Geometry Checks. show_geom_checks_ x86e_win64 Yes - The SHOW ERRORS menu appears at the end yes, no on_creation of feature creation when the feature being created has Geometry Checks. troubleshooter_show i486_nt When set to Yes this option will add a "Show info no, yes _info_gcheck items" filter to the View panel in the Troubleshooter. troubleshooter_show x86e_win64 When set to Yes this option will add a "Show info _info_gcheck items" filter to the View panel in the Troubleshooter. no, yes

0.05 0.05 no

no

no

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Description If set to yes, a sequential number will be appended to the name of annotation feature in group from Copy and UDF placement. udf_af_name_postfix x86e_win64 If set to yes, a sequential number will be appended to the name of annotation feature in group from Copy and UDF placement. user_defined_grid_int i486_nt Modify grid space in user defined length units for erval handle movement. user_defined_grid_int x86e_win64 Modify grid space in user defined length units for erval handle movement. analysis_crt_tmp_file i486_nt Determines whether regeneration of analysis features _on_regen creates/updates tmp files analysis_crt_tmp_file x86e_win64 Determines whether regeneration of analysis features _on_regen creates/updates tmp files browser_favorite i486_nt Specifies the directories visible in the file browser for quick navigation.Use the full path to avoid problems. browser_favorite x86e_win64 Specifies the directories visible in the file browser for quick navigation.Use the full path to avoid problems.

Name Platform udf_af_name_postfix i486_nt

Values yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

0.5 0.5 yes, no yes, no yes yes

File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval

compress_output_file i486_nt s

Yes - Stores object files in a compressed format.Note: yes, no Compressed files are usually smaller, buy may be larger,than uncompressed files. Compressed files are slower to read and to write to.

no

File Storage & Retrieval

compress_output_file x86e_win64 Yes - Stores object files in a compressed format.Note: yes, no s Compressed files are usually smaller, buy may be larger,than uncompressed files. Compressed files are slower to read and to write to. dir_cache_max i486_nt Specify the maximum number of directories to cache.Larger values can speed up file access, but use more memory. x86e_win64 Specify the maximum number of directories to cache.Larger values can speed up file access, but use more memory.

no

File Storage & Retrieval

256

File Storage & Retrieval

dir_cache_max

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Name Platform disable_search_path i486_nt _check

File Storage & Retrieval

disable_search_path x86e_win64 _check

File Storage & Retrieval

excel_analysis_direct i486_nt ory excel_analysis_direct x86e_win64 ory excel_family_table_k eep_file excel_family_table_k eep_file exec_prog_on_asse m_retr exec_prog_on_asse m_retr external_analysis_dir ectory i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval

external_analysis_dir x86e_win64 ectory file_open_default_fol i486_nt der

File Storage & Retrieval

Description Controls whether the search path is checked for name conflicts when creating, renaming, or copying models. Name conflicts should be avoided because different models with the same name cannot be together in session. Controls whether the search path is checked for name conflicts when creating, renaming, or copying models. Name conflicts should be avoided because different models with the same name cannot be together in session. Sets the default directory for the MS Excel files to be used for Excel analysis calculations. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for the MS Excel files to be used for Excel analysis calculations. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Yes - in case of editing family table with excel, if saved excel file exist , will always update it. Yes - in case of editing family table with excel, if saved excel file exist , will always update it. Execute pro/program for models during assembly retrieval. Execute pro/program for models during assembly retrieval. Sets the default directory for the files to be used by External Analysis calculations.Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for the files to be used by External Analysis calculations.Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Sets default dir for File>Open. Working_directory Search working directory. In_session - Search objects insession. Pro_library - Use only if Pro/LIBRARY is installed. Workspace - Use only with Pro/INTRALINK.Commonspace - Use only with Pro/INTRALINK.

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no no

default, working_directory, in_session, pro_library, my_documents, desktop

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File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval

Name Platform Description file_open_default_fol x86e_win64 Sets default dir for File>Open. Working_directory der Search working directory. In_session - Search objects insession. Pro_library - Use only if Pro/LIBRARY is installed. Workspace - Use only with Pro/INTRALINK.Commonspace - Use only with Pro/INTRALINK. file_open_default_vie i486_nt Specify the initial Views setting as List or Details in the w File dialog boxes. file_open_default_vie x86e_win64 Specify the initial Views setting as List or Details in the w File dialog boxes. file_open_preview_d i486_nt Controls whether the preview area is expanded by efault default when the file open dialog or local file browser is displayed. file_open_preview_d x86e_win64 Controls whether the preview area is expanded by efault default when the file open dialog or local file browser is displayed. file_open_preview_d i486_nt The delay before a file selection is previewed, in elay tenths of a second. file_open_preview_d x86e_win64 The delay before a file selection is previewed, in elay tenths of a second. force_new_file_optio i486_nt Force the use of the New File Options dialog. ns_dialog force_new_file_optio x86e_win64 Force the use of the New File Options dialog. ns_dialog generate_viewable_o i486_nt Controls whether updated Creo View .edz files are n_save automatically exported every time a model is saved. generate_viewable_o x86e_win64 Controls whether updated Creo View .edz files are n_save automatically exported every time a model is saved. geometry_analysis_c i486_nt olor_scheme geometry_analysis_c x86e_win64 olor_scheme Specifies the location of the geometry analysis color scheme file. Specifies the location of the geometry analysis color scheme file.

Values default, working_directory, in_session, pro_library, my_documents, desktop

Default value

list, details list, details expanded, collapsed

list list collapsed

expanded, collapsed

collapsed

yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no

File Storage & Retrieval

yes, no

no

File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval

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Name Platform instance_search_exh i486_nt austive

Description Specifies extent of instance search. Yes - Include file no, yes type when entering instance name in File>Open: type ininput panel (e.g. inst_name.prt) or select in dropdown list. If no .idx files are found, only working dir issearched; each generic is not.

Values no

Default value

File Storage & Retrieval

instance_search_exh x86e_win64 Specifies extent of instance search. Yes - Include file no, yes austive type when entering instance name in File>Open: type ininput panel (e.g. inst_name.prt) or select in dropdown list. If no .idx files are found, only working dir issearched; each generic is not. lang_propagate i486_nt Specifies language storage options. The option provides flexibility for objects that use a different language than the current Specifies language storage options. The option provides flexibility for objects that use a different language than the current Sets the default directory for the Mathcad files to be used for Mathcad analysis calculations. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Sets the default directory for the Mathcad files to be used for Mathcad analysis calculations. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. Determines whether instance names listed in instance index files appear in file lists. Determines whether instance names listed in instance index files appear in file lists. Provides the complete path to the directory containing mfg start assemblies. Provides the complete path to the directory containing mfg start assemblies. Sets the default renaming convention for copied assemblies. The default new name is the old name appended with an underscore (_). Adding a template such as &#91;*a1*=*b1*] changes every occurrence of a1 to b1 (e.g. TOP_A1_BRACKET copies to TOP_B1_BRACKET). yes, no

no

File Storage & Retrieval

yes

File Storage & Retrieval

lang_propagate

x86e_win64

yes, no

yes

File Storage & Retrieval

mathcad_analysis_dir i486_nt ectory mathcad_analysis_dir x86e_win64 ectory menu_show_instance i486_nt s menu_show_instance x86e_win64 s mfg_start_model_dir i486_nt mfg_start_model_dir x86e_win64 model_rename_temp i486_nt late

File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval

yes, no yes, no

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Name Platform Description model_rename_temp x86e_win64 Sets the default renaming convention for copied late assemblies. The default new name is the old name appended with an underscore (_). Adding a template such as &#91;*a1*=*b1*] changes every occurrence of a1 to b1 (e.g. TOP_A1_BRACKET copies to TOP_B1_BRACKET). modified_objs_in_ne i486_nt Yes- During Save a Copy operations, any modified yes, no w_dir object that is not renamed will be saved in the new directory.No- Any modified object that is not renamed will be saved to the retrieval directory. modified_objs_in_ne x86e_win64 Yes- During Save a Copy operations, any modified yes, no w_dir object that is not renamed will be saved in the new directory.No- Any modified object that is not renamed will be saved to the retrieval directory. Set to "Yes" to always invoke the open rep dialog when opening a drawing. Set to "Yes" to always invoke the open rep dialog when opening a drawing. Retrieves a model in a specified representation. Yes uses Open Rep dialog. No - retrieves the Master representation. Specified Name - retrieves the model in the specified representation name if it exists or the Default representation. open_simplified_rep_ x86e_win64 Retrieves a model in a specified representation. Yes by_default uses Open Rep dialog. No - retrieves the Master representation. Specified Name - retrieves the model in the specified representation name if it exists or the Default representation. override_store_back i486_nt Forces the storage of objects retrieved from other directories to the current working directory. override_store_back x86e_win64 Forces the storage of objects retrieved from other directories to the current working directory. placement_rep_by_d i486_nt Retrieves the assembled component in a specified efault representation. None - retrieves the representation specified in configuration option open_simplified_rep_by_default. open_draw_simp_rep i486_nt _by_default open_draw_simp_rep x86e_win64 _by_default open_simplified_rep_ i486_nt by_default yes, no yes, no

Values

Default value

no

File Storage & Retrieval

no

File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval

no no no

File Storage & Retrieval

no

File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval

yes, no yes, no

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File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval

Name Platform Description placement_rep_by_d x86e_win64 Retrieves the assembled component in a specified efault representation. None - retrieves the representation specified in configuration option open_simplified_rep_by_default. preferred_save_as_ty i486_nt Allows customizing the order of the Type selections pe found under File ->Save A Copy. preferred_save_as_ty x86e_win64 Allows customizing the order of the Type selections pe found under File ->Save A Copy. pro_crosshatch_dir i486_nt Specifies a default directory for your cross-hatch library in which you can save cross-hatching patterns for later retrieval. Its value is the full path name of the default directory. pro_crosshatch_dir x86e_win64 Specifies a default directory for your cross-hatch library in which you can save cross-hatching patterns for later retrieval. Its value is the full path name of the default directory. pro_font_dir i486_nt Sets the default font directory (Creo Parametric will load all fonts in this directory into the drawing regardless of the contents of the system and working directories). pro_font_dir x86e_win64 Sets the default font directory (Creo Parametric will load all fonts in this directory into the drawing regardless of the contents of the system and working directories). pro_library_dir i486_nt Sets the default directory for the Creo Parametric libraries (or any libraries you have built containing the proper index menu files). Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_library_dir x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the Creo Parametric libraries (or any libraries you have built containing the proper index menu files). Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_material_dir i486_nt Sets the default directory for the part material library. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_material_dir x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the part material library. Use the full pathname to avoid problems.

Values none

Default value

<creo_loadpoint\text\fonts\

<creo_loadpoint\text\fonts\

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File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval

Description Sets the default directory for your user-defined surface finish symbols. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_surface_finish_di x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for your user-defined surface finish symbols. Use the full pathname to avoid r problems. prompt_on_erase_no i486_nt Specifies whether or not to display a prompt allowing yes, no t_disp you to save your undisplayed objects. This option is used in conjunction with the Erase > Not Displayed command on the File menu. prompt_on_erase_no x86e_win64 Specifies whether or not to display a prompt allowing yes, no t_disp you to save your undisplayed objects. This option is used in conjunction with the Erase > Not Displayed command on the File menu. propagate_change_t i486_nt When saving objects with option save_objects set to yes, no o_parents Changed or Changed_and_specified, Creo Parametric verifies which models are. Yes - Any model that is a parent of a changed model is considered to be a changed model when determining what to save. propagate_change_t x86e_win64 When saving objects with option save_objects set to yes, no o_parents Changed or Changed_and_specified, Creo Parametric verifies which models are. Yes - Any model that is a parent of a changed model is considered to be a changed model when determining what to save. read_famtab_file_on i486_nt _retrieve No - Ignores filename.ptd. Yes - Creates and saves filename.ptd and uses that file when retrieving the generic. read_famtab_file_on x86e_win64 No - Ignores filename.ptd. Yes - Creates and saves _retrieve filename.ptd and uses that file when retrieving the generic. regen_simp_retrieve i486_nt Regenerate the assembly when retrieving an assembly simplified representation. Yes Regenerates the assembly on retreival.No - The assembly is not regenerated on retrieval. no, yes

Name Platform pro_surface_finish_di i486_nt r

Values

Default value <creo_loadpoint\symbols\su rffins\ <creo_loadpoint\symbols\su rffins\ no

no

no

File Storage & Retrieval

no

File Storage & Retrieval

no

File Storage & Retrieval

no, yes

no

File Storage & Retrieval

yes, no

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Name Platform Description regen_simp_retrieve x86e_win64 Regenerate the assembly when retrieving an assembly simplified representation. Yes Regenerates the assembly on retreival.No - The assembly is not regenerated on retrieval. rename_drawings_wi i486_nt Controls whether the system copies associated th_object drawings automatically with parts and assemblies. rename_drawings_wi x86e_win64 Controls whether the system copies associated th_object drawings automatically with parts and assemblies. retain_display_memo i486_nt ry Determines if the display of an object currently on the screen is kept in memory when you quit the window. Doing so (yes) makes the retrieval of objects in memory faster. Determines if the display of an object currently on the screen is kept in memory when you quit the window. Doing so (yes) makes the retrieval of objects in memory faster. Automatic reference parts retrieval for dependent data sharing features. Automatic reference parts retrieval for dependent data sharing features. Yes - clipping status is saved with model. No - clipping status is not saved. Yes - clipping status is saved with model. No - clipping status is not saved. Controls whether the Save dialog is shown for models whose storage location is already known. Controls whether the Save dialog is shown for models whose storage location is already known. With family tables of solid parts, determines saving instance accelerators. None - Accelerator files not used. Explicit - Save when instance is explicitly saved. Saved objects - Save when objects were modified. Always - Always save.

Values yes, no no

Default value

none, part, assem, both

none

File Storage & Retrieval

none, part, assem, both

none

File Storage & Retrieval

yes, no

yes

File Storage & Retrieval

retain_display_memo x86e_win64 ry

yes, no

yes

File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval

retrieve_data_sharing i486_nt _ref_parts retrieve_data_sharing x86e_win64 _ref_parts save_clipped_view i486_nt save_clipped_view x86e_win64

yes, no, ignore_missing yes, no, ignore_missing yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no none, explicit, always, saved_objects

no no no no yes yes saved_objects

save_dialog_for_exist i486_nt ing_models save_dialog_for_exist x86e_win64 ing_models save_instance_accel i486_nt erator

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File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval

Name Platform Description save_instance_accel x86e_win64 With family tables of solid parts, determines saving erator instance accelerators. None - Accelerator files not used. Explicit - Save when instance is explicitly saved. Saved objects - Save when objects were modified. Always - Always save. save_model_display i486_nt Sets amount of graphical data stored. Wireframe Wireframe data. Shading_high - Most detail (shaded). Shading_low - Least detail (shaded). Shading_lod Detail determined by ViewPerformance dialog (shaded). save_model_display x86e_win64 Sets amount of graphical data stored. Wireframe Wireframe data. Shading_high - Most detail (shaded). Shading_low - Least detail (shaded). Shading_lod Detail determined by ViewPerformance dialog (shaded). save_object_in_curre i486_nt Use with the override_store_back option. Yes nt Objects retrieved from a directory where you do not have write permission will be stored in the current directory. No - These objects are not saved at all. save_object_in_curre x86e_win64 Use with the override_store_back option. Yes nt Objects retrieved from a directory where you do not have write permission will be stored in the current directory. No - These objects are not saved at all. save_objects i486_nt

Values none, explicit, always, saved_objects

Default value saved_objects

wireframe, shading_low, shading_high, shading_lod

shading_lod

wireframe, shading_low, shading_high, shading_lod

shading_lod

yes, no

no

File Storage & Retrieval

yes, no

no

File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval

Determines when an object and its dependent objects all, changed, (such as a part used in an assembly) are stored. changed_and_specified, changed_and_updated save_objects x86e_win64 Determines when an object and its dependent objects all, changed, (such as a part used in an assembly) are stored. changed_and_specified, changed_and_updated saving_model_thumb i486_nt Enables saving of model thumbnails. yes, no nails saving_model_thumb x86e_win64 Enables saving of model thumbnails. yes, no nails

changed_and_specified

changed_and_specified

yes yes

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Category File Storage & Retrieval

Name search_path

Platform i486_nt

File Storage & Retrieval

search_path

File Storage & Retrieval

search_path_file

Description Specifies list of directories to search (in order) for object/file retrieval. These directories, the working directory, and directories in search.pro file (refer to search_path_file) are Creo Parametric's search path. Use full path name to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Specifies list of directories to search (in order) for object/file retrieval. These directories, the working directory, and directories in search.pro file (refer to search_path_file) are Creo Parametric's search path. Use full path name to avoid problems. i486_nt Specifies path to text file search.pro (a list of directory path names). The directories listed in search.pro, the working directory, and directories specified by search_path are Creo Parametric's search path. Use full path name to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Specifies path to text file search.pro (a list of directory path names). The directories listed in search.pro, the working directory, and directories specified by search_path are Creo Parametric's search path. Use full path name to avoid problems.

Values

Default value

File Storage & Retrieval

search_path_file

File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval

Determines which model types are used in the Save Changed command. The format is a list of extensions separated by spaces. set_model_types_to_ x86e_win64 Determines which model types are used in the Save save Changed command. The format is a list of extensions separated by spaces. start_model_dir i486_nt Provides the complete path to the directory containing start parts and assemblies. start_model_dir x86e_win64 Provides the complete path to the directory containing start parts and assemblies. template_designasm i486_nt Specifies the designated template assembly. Use full path to avoid problems. template_designasm x86e_win64 Specifies the designated template assembly. Use full path to avoid problems. template_drawing i486_nt Specify the drawing used as the default drawing template.

set_model_types_to_ i486_nt save

asm

asm

inlbs_asm_design.asm inlbs_asm_design.asm c_drawing.drw

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Name template_drawing template_ecadasm template_ecadasm template_ecadpart template_ecadpart template_mfgcast template_mfgcast template_mfgcmm template_mfgcmm template_mfgemo template_mfgemo template_mfgmold template_mfgmold template_mfgnc template_mfgnc template_mold_layou t template_mold_layou t template_sheetmetal part template_sheetmetal part

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specify the drawing used as the default drawing template. i486_nt Specify the model used as the default ECAD assembly template. x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default ECAD assembly template. i486_nt Specify the model used as the default ECAD part template. x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default ECAD part template. i486_nt Specify the model used as the default manufacturing cast template. x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default manufacturing cast template. i486_nt Specify the model used as the default manufacturing cmm template. x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default manufacturing cmm template. i486_nt Specify the model used as the default manufacturing expert machinist template. x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default manufacturing expert machinist template. i486_nt Specify the model used as the default manufacturing mold template. x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default manufacturing mold template. i486_nt Specify the model used as the default manufacturing assembly template. x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default manufacturing assembly template. i486_nt Specify the mold layout assembly used as a default template. x86e_win64 Specify the mold layout assembly used as a default template. i486_nt Specify the model used as the default sheetmetal part template. x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default sheetmetal part template.

Values

Default value c_drawing.drw

inlbs_mfg_cast.asm inlbs_mfg_cast.asm inlbs_mfg_cmm.asm inlbs_mfg_cmm.asm inlbs_mfg_emo.asm inlbs_mfg_emo.asm inlbs_mfg_mold.asm inlbs_mfg_mold.asm inlbs_mfg_nc.asm inlbs_mfg_nc.asm inlbs_mold_lay.asm inlbs_mold_lay.asm inlbs_part_sheetmetal.prt inlbs_part_sheetmetal.prt

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Category File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval

Name template_solidpart template_solidpart

Platform i486_nt

Description Specify the model used as the default part template.

Values

Default value inlbs_part_solid.prt inlbs_part_solid.prt

x86e_win64 Specify the model used as the default part template. no, yes

File Storage & Retrieval

File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval File Storage & Retrieval

This option controls the usage of outdated accelerator files during retrieval of instances in geometry representation. Yes - Provides the fastest retrieval. No - Ensures accurate Retrieval. use_outdated_accel_ x86e_win64 This option controls the usage of outdated accelerator in_geom_rep files during retrieval of instances in geometry representation. Yes - Provides the fastest retrieval. No - Ensures accurate Retrieval. use_temp_dir_for_ins i486_nt Explicitly makes Creo Parametric use the Temp t directory for regenerating instances of models. use_temp_dir_for_ins x86e_win64 Explicitly makes Creo Parametric use the Temp t directory for regenerating instances of models. verify_on_save_by_d i486_nt Yes - "Verify Now" action will be selected in the efault conflict dialog by default when an unverified family table instance is to be saved in PDM workspace.No "Verify Now" action will not be selected by default. The user may explicitly specify the "Verify Now" action in the conflict dialog.

use_outdated_accel_ i486_nt in_geom_rep

no

no, yes

no

no, yes no, yes yes, no

no no no

File Storage & Retrieval

verify_on_save_by_d x86e_win64 Yes - "Verify Now" action will be selected in the yes, no efault conflict dialog by default when an unverified family table instance is to be saved in PDM workspace.No "Verify Now" action will not be selected by default. The user may explicitly specify the "Verify Now" action in the conflict dialog. add_lower_level_com i486_nt ps_to_layer Setting this option to yes will check off the Favor Current Layer option, which allows lower level components to be added to top level layers. add_lower_level_com x86e_win64 Setting this option to yes will check off the Favor ps_to_layer Current Layer option, which allows lower level components to be added to top level layers. blank_layer i486_nt Blanks specified layers when you begin a Creo Parametric session. The value is the layer ID. yes, no

no

Layers

no

Layers

yes, no

no

Layers

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Category Layers Layers Layers Layers

Name blank_layer

Platform Description x86e_win64 Blanks specified layers when you begin a Creo Parametric session. The value is the layer ID. create_numbered_lay i486_nt Yes - Creates default layers named 1 through 32. ers create_numbered_lay x86e_win64 Yes - Creates default layers named 1 through 32. ers def_layer i486_nt Specifies default layer names for different types of items. The first value string is the layer type. The second value string is the layer name.

Values

Default value

yes, no yes, no layer_3d_items, layer_ae_driving_dim, layer_all_detail_items, layer_annotation_element, layer_assem_member, layer_assy_cut_feat, layer_axis, layer_axis_ent, layer_chamfer_feat, layer_comp_design_model, layer_comp_fixture, layer_comp_workpiece, layer_copy_geom_feat, layer_corn_chamf_feat, layer_cosm_round_feat, layer_cosm_sketch, layer_csys, layer_csys_ent, layer_curve, layer_curve_ent, layer_cut_feat, layer_datum,

no no

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Name

Platform

Description

Values layer_datum_plane, layer_datum_point, layer_detail_item, layer_dgm_conn_comp, layer_dgm_highway, layer_dgm_rail, layer_dgm_wire, layer_dim, layer_draft_constr, layer_draft_dim, layer_draft_dtm, layer_draft_entity, layer_draft_feat, layer_draft_geom, layer_draft_grp, layer_draft_hidden, layer_draft_others, layer_draft_refdim, layer_draft_xsec, layer_driven_dim, layer_dwg_table, layer_ext_copy_geom_feat, layer_feature,

Default value

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Category

Name

Platform

Description

Values layer_geom_feat, layer_gtol, layer_hole_feat, layer_hole_thread, layer_intchg_funct, layer_intchg_simp, layer_nogeom_feat, layer_note, layer_parameter_dim, layer_part_refdim, layer_point, layer_protrusion_feat, layer_quilt, layer_refdim, layer_ribbon_feat, layer_rib_feat, layer_round_feat, layer_set_datum_tag, layer_sfin, layer_shell_feat, layer_skeleton_model, layer_slot_feat, layer_snap_line, layer_solid_geom, layer_surface, layer_symbol, layer_thread_feat, layer_trim_line_feat, layer_weld_feat

Default value

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Category Layers

Name def_layer

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specifies default layer names for different types of items. The first value string is the layer type. The second value string is the layer name.

Values layer_3d_items, layer_ae_driving_dim, layer_all_detail_items, layer_annotation_element, layer_assem_member, layer_assy_cut_feat, layer_axis, layer_axis_ent, layer_chamfer_feat, layer_comp_design_model, layer_comp_fixture, layer_comp_workpiece, layer_copy_geom_feat, layer_corn_chamf_feat, layer_cosm_round_feat, layer_cosm_sketch, layer_csys, layer_csys_ent, layer_curve, layer_curve_ent, layer_cut_feat, layer_datum,

Default value

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Category

Name

Platform

Description

Values layer_geom_feat, layer_gtol, layer_hole_feat, layer_hole_thread, layer_intchg_funct, layer_intchg_simp, layer_nogeom_feat, layer_note, layer_parameter_dim, layer_part_refdim, layer_point, layer_protrusion_feat, layer_quilt, layer_refdim, layer_ribbon_feat, layer_rib_feat, layer_round_feat, layer_set_datum_tag, layer_sfin, layer_shell_feat, layer_skeleton_model, layer_slot_feat, layer_snap_line, layer_solid_geom, layer_surface, layer_symbol, layer_thread_feat, layer_trim_line_feat, layer_weld_feat

Default value

Layers

default_layer_model

i486_nt

Layers

default_layer_model

Layers

display_layer

Layers

display_layer

Name of the model which is used to drive rule-based layer placement of new items in all models of the same type in session. x86e_win64 Name of the model which is used to drive rule-based layer placement of new items in all models of the same type in session. i486_nt This causes the specified layers to display when you begin a Creo Parametric session. The variable "value" is the layer Id. x86e_win64 This causes the specified layers to display when you begin a Creo Parametric session. The variable "value" is the layer Id.

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Category Layers Layers Layers Layers Layers

Name floating_layer_tree

Layers

Layers

Description Set to yes if user wants to see a layer tree dialog separated from navigator. floating_layer_tree x86e_win64 Set to yes if user wants to see a layer tree dialog separated from navigator. highlight_layer_items i486_nt Yes - Items selected in the layer tree are highlighted in the geometry area. highlight_layer_items x86e_win64 Yes - Items selected in the layer tree are highlighted in the geometry area. layer_item_highlight_l i486_nt Set the upper limit of items in a layer for highlighting.If imit items in a layer exceeds this number, highlighting will not occur. layer_item_highlight_l x86e_win64 Set the upper limit of items in a layer for highlighting.If imit items in a layer exceeds this number, highlighting will not occur. save_display_status_ i486_nt If set to no, the top level assembly will store sub model in_submodel layer display status, allowing lower level display status to be stored without having to save the sub models.

Platform i486_nt

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no no yes yes 500

Default value

500

yes, no

yes

Layers

save_display_status_ x86e_win64 If set to no, the top level assembly will store sub model yes, no in_submodel layer display status, allowing lower level display status to be stored without having to save the sub models. allow_mfg_in_assem _mode allow_mfg_in_assem _mode assy_mfg_open_mod e assy_mfg_open_mod e autodrill_udf_dir autodrill_udf_dir i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 Allows a manufacturing model to be opened in assembly mode from the file open dialog. Allows a manufacturing model to be opened in assembly mode from the file open dialog. No Default Application set for opening Assembly NC Models. No Default Application set for opening Assembly NC Models. Storage directory for holemaking MUDF's that are used by Pro/NC Auto-drilling functionality Storage directory for holemaking MUDF's that are used by Pro/NC Auto-drilling functionality Retrieve automatically and load the configuration file for the auto-drilling table. Retrieve automatically and load the configuration file for the auto-drilling table. yes, no yes, no any_mode, mfg, process, feature any_mode, mfg, process, feature

yes

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

no no any_mode any_mode

autodrilling_config_fil i486_nt ename autodrilling_config_fil x86e_win64 ename

autodrilling autodrilling

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Category Manufacturing

Name Platform autodrilling_holestyle i486_nt _param

Description Parameter name included in hole features of a manufacturing reference model.The parameter value identifies the MUDF for holemaking that is automatically applied in Pro/NC to drill these holes.

Values

Default value

Manufacturing

autodrilling_holestyle x86e_win64 Parameter name included in hole features of a _param manufacturing reference model.The parameter value identifies the MUDF for holemaking that is automatically applied in Pro/NC to drill these holes. campost_dir Specifies the CAM-Post load point directory to enable you to directly set-up the post-processors and generate MCD files. campost_dir x86e_win64 Specifies the CAM-Post load point directory to enable you to directly set-up the post-processors and generate MCD files. chk_part_surfs_profp i486_nt Yes - Includes all reference part surfaces as check yes, no ock surfaces for profiling and pocketing NC sequences. chk_part_surfs_profp x86e_win64 Yes - Includes all reference part surfaces as check ock surfaces for profiling and pocketing NC sequences. cl_arrow_scale i486_nt yes, no i486_nt

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

no

Manufacturing

no

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Enables you to control the size of the tool path arrow for contouring NC sequences. 0 - The arrow does not display. Any other value - The arrow scales accordingly. cl_arrow_scale x86e_win64 Enables you to control the size of the tool path arrow for contouring NC sequences. 0 - The arrow does not display. Any other value - The arrow scales accordingly. cl_rotate_sign_conve i486_nt TOOL or TABLE - defines ROTATE sign direction table, tool ntion convention based with respect to either rotation table or cutting tool. cl_rotate_sign_conve x86e_win64 TOOL or TABLE - defines ROTATE sign direction table, tool ntion convention based with respect to either rotation table or cutting tool. cmm_custom_tool_p i486_nt Defines the file that contains the user-defined tool aram_file parameters' list.

table

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Name Platform Description cmm_custom_tool_p x86e_win64 Defines the file that contains the user-defined tool aram_file parameters' list. display_mfg_icon_for i486_nt Yes- Display manufacturing icon for manufacturing assembly files in Open/Save dialogs.No- the _mfg_assy manufacturing assembly files have assembly icons. display_mfg_icon_for x86e_win64 Yes- Display manufacturing icon for manufacturing _mfg_assy assembly files in Open/Save dialogs.No- the manufacturing assembly files have assembly icons. gpostpp_dir i486_nt Specifies the directory containing the post processor files to be used by Pro/NCPOST (GPOST).

Values

Default value

yes, no

no

Manufacturing

yes, no

no

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

gpostpp_dir

x86e_win64 Specifies the directory containing the post processor files to be used by Pro/NCPOST (GPOST). yes, no yes

Manufacturing

mfg_auto_ref_prt_as i486_nt _chk_srf

Manufacturing

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Yes - In 3, 4, and 5 axis contour and conventional mill sequences, the entire reference part is selected as check surfaces by default when computing the NC sequence toolpath for those sequences. No - You select the check surfaces. mfg_auto_ref_prt_as x86e_win64 Yes - In 3, 4, and 5 axis contour and conventional mill _chk_srf sequences, the entire reference part is selected as check surfaces by default when computing the NC sequence toolpath for those sequences. No - You select the check surfaces. mfg_custom_tool_par i486_nt Defines the file that contains the user-defined tool am_file parameters' list. mfg_custom_tool_par x86e_win64 Defines the file that contains the user-defined tool am_file parameters' list. mfg_customize_dialo i486_nt Yes - Uses the new customize dialog box for g customizing NC sequences. No - Uses the Release 19.0 menus. mfg_customize_dialo x86e_win64 Yes - Uses the new customize dialog box for g customizing NC sequences. No - Uses the Release 19.0 menus.

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no

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Name Platform mfg_cutline_save_m i486_nt esh mfg_cutline_save_m x86e_win64 esh mfg_ijk_num_digits mfg_ijk_num_digits mfg_info_location mfg_info_location i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64

Manufacturing

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

mfg_modal_comman i486_nt d_file

Manufacturing

mfg_modal_comman x86e_win64 d_file

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

mfg_param_auto_co py_from_tool mfg_param_auto_co py_from_tool mfg_stock_display_s how_default mfg_stock_display_s how_default mfg_template_dir

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Description Yes - Save / Retrieve Mesh for subsequent cutline recalculations, No - New Mesh will be computed for each cutline recalculations. Yes - Save / Retrieve Mesh for subsequent cutline recalculations, No - New Mesh will be computed for each cutline recalculations. Sets the number of digits for i, j, k data points in a CL data file. Sets the number of digits for i, j, k data points in a CL data file. top left /bottom right -Position of the mfg. Info dialog box. top left /bottom right -Position of the mfg. Info dialog box. Enables you to make some of the APTn index topics modal, which means that you repeatedly get a list of major keywords corresponding to this topic upon completing a command line. Enables you to make some of the APTn index topics modal, which means that you repeatedly get a list of major keywords corresponding to this topic upon completing a command line. Do not copy any parameter of the tool to the sequence parameter tree. Do not copy any parameter of the tool to the sequence parameter tree.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

10 10 top_left, bottom_right top_left, bottom_right top_left top_left

none, all, misc, cutting none, all, misc, cutting yes, no yes, no

none none no no

Specifies the storage directory for NC templates. Specify full path to avoid problems. NC templates are used in Expert Machinist. Templates store the recipe for a toolpath as the method of tool retrieval.

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Category Manufacturing

Name mfg_template_dir

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specifies the storage directory for NC templates. Specify full path to avoid problems. NC templates are used in Expert Machinist. Templates store the recipe for a toolpath as the method of tool retrieval. Controls the workpiece transparency in shaded model display. You can change the value in the range between 0.1 and 1. The bigger the value, the more transparent the workpiece. The default value is 0.5.

Values

Default value

Manufacturing

mfg_workpiece_trans i486_nt parency

0.67

Manufacturing

mfg_workpiece_trans x86e_win64 Controls the workpiece transparency in shaded model parency display. You can change the value in the range between 0.1 and 1. The bigger the value, the more transparent the workpiece. The default value is 0.5. mfg_xyz_num_digits i486_nt Sets the number of digits for x, y, z data points in a CL data file. mfg_xyz_num_digits x86e_win64 Sets the number of digits for x, y, z data points in a CL data file. nc_autodoc_param_ i486_nt Location of the setup file that describes which process dir parameters are included in the parameter table. nc_autodoc_param_ x86e_win64 Location of the setup file that describes which process dir parameters are included in the parameter table. nc_autodoc_report_di i486_nt r nc_autodoc_report_di x86e_win64 r nc_autodoc_setup_di i486_nt r Location for storing the report and images generated by the shop floor documentation tool. Location for storing the report and images generated by the shop floor documentation tool. Location for documentation setup files that describe which process parameters are included in the parameter table. nc_autodoc_setup_di x86e_win64 Location for documentation setup files that describe r which process parameters are included in the parameter table. nc_autodoc_template i486_nt Location of the style sheet and default images used _dir for shop floor documentation.

0.67

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

10 10

Manufacturing

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

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Manufacturing

Name Platform Description nc_autodoc_template x86e_win64 Location of the style sheet and default images used _dir for shop floor documentation. nccheck_type i486_nt Vericut will be used for NC material removal simulation. nccheck_type x86e_win64 Vericut will be used for NC material removal simulation. ncl_file_extension i486_nt Sets the default file extension for Pro/MFG CL data files. Enter the file extension only (without the preceding "."). For example, apt produces filename.apt. ncl_file_extension x86e_win64 Sets the default file extension for Pro/MFG CL data files. Enter the file extension only (without the preceding "."). For example, apt produces filename.apt. ncmdl_bar_stock_par i486_nt Sets path for storage and retrieval of stock instances t_path for creating workpiece in NC Model. Specify full path, including part name, to avoid problems. ncmdl_bar_stock_par x86e_win64 Sets path for storage and retrieval of stock instances t_path for creating workpiece in NC Model. Specify full path, including part name, to avoid problems. ncmdl_billet_stock_p i486_nt art_path Sets path for storage and retrieval of stock instances for creating workpiece in NC Model. Specify full path, including part name, to avoid problems.

Values

Default value

vericut, nccheck vericut, nccheck

vericut vericut ncl

ncl

<creo_loadpoint\text\ncmdl _data\ncmdl_bar.prt

Manufacturing

<creo_loadpoint\text\ncmdl _data\ncmdl_bar.prt

Manufacturing

<creo_loadpoint\text\ncmdl _data\ncmdl_billet.prt

Manufacturing

ncmdl_billet_stock_p x86e_win64 Sets path for storage and retrieval of stock instances art_path for creating workpiece in NC Model. Specify full path, including part name, to avoid problems. ncpost_type Set to GPOST to access the default post processor supplied with Pro/NCPOST. ncpost_type x86e_win64 Set to GPOST to access the default post processor supplied with Pro/NCPOST. ncseq_outbound_cur i486_nt Yes - Create out bound curve. ve ncseq_outbound_cur x86e_win64 Yes - Create out bound curve. ve i486_nt gpost, ncpost gpost, ncpost yes yes

<creo_loadpoint\text\ncmdl _data\ncmdl_billet.prt

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

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Name Platform new_turn_scan_type i486_nt

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Description Allows to use New turn scan types for Turning NC yes, no sequences. new_turn_scan_type x86e_win64 Allows to use New turn scan types for Turning NC yes, no sequences. pro_mdb_dir i486_nt Sets the default directory for the Machinability Database (MDB) files. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_mdb_dir x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the Machinability Database (MDB) files. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_mf_cl_dir i486_nt Sets the default directory for the manufacturing CL data files.Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_mf_cl_dir x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the manufacturing CL data files.Use the full pathname to avoid problems. i486_nt Specifies the directory where the manufacturing clamps can be found. x86e_win64 Specifies the directory where the manufacturing clamps can be found. i486_nt Sets the default directory for the manufacturing parameter files. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the manufacturing parameter files. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. i486_nt Sets the default directory for the manufacturing TAPE data files.Use the full pathname to avoid problems.

Values yes yes

Default value

Manufacturing

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

pro_mf_clamp_dir pro_mf_clamp_dir pro_mf_param_dir

Manufacturing

pro_mf_param_dir

Manufacturing

pro_mf_tape_dir

Manufacturing

pro_mf_tape_dir

x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the manufacturing TAPE data files.Use the full pathname to avoid problems. i486_nt Sets the default directory for the manufacturing tool files. Use the full pathname to avoid problems.

Manufacturing

pro_mf_tprm_dir

Manufacturing

pro_mf_tprm_dir

x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the manufacturing tool files. Use the full pathname to avoid problems.

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Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Description Sets the default directory for the manufacturing workcell files. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_mf_workcell_dir x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the manufacturing workcell files. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_mfg_cmdsyn_dir i486_nt Sets the default directory for the syntax menu files in Pro/MFG. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_mfg_cmdsyn_dir x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the syntax menu files in Pro/MFG. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. profile_output_utils i486_nt Affects CL-Data output for profile milling sequences. yes, no Yes - Sequence parameter output_point is available with options: tip - Toolpath is output with respect to the tool center; on_profile - Toolpath is output with respect to the profile of the tool.

Name pro_mf_workcell_dir

Platform i486_nt

Values

Default value

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

no

Manufacturing

profile_output_utils

x86e_win64 Affects CL-Data output for profile milling sequences. yes, no Yes - Sequence parameter output_point is available with options: tip - Toolpath is output with respect to the tool center; on_profile - Toolpath is output with respect to the profile of the tool.

no

Manufacturing Manufacturing Manufacturing

proncpost_dbf i486_nt proncpost_dbf x86e_win64 prorembatch_queue_ i486_nt manager

Manufacturing

Manufacturing

Enter directory path to NCPost database file. Enter directory path to NCPost database file. Enables toolpath computation on a separate host machine. Required values are Processor name, Remote machine's hostname, Type of transport (always 0), RPC processor number (same as that of remote processor), Version of queue manager. prorembatch_queue_ x86e_win64 Enables toolpath computation on a separate host manager machine. Required values are Processor name, Remote machine's hostname, Type of transport (always 0), RPC processor number (same as that of remote processor), Version of queue manager. ptncpost_dbf i486_nt Enter directory path to NCPost database file.

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Category Manufacturing Manufacturing

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Name Platform Description ptncpost_dbf x86e_win64 Enter directory path to NCPost database file. shade_mfg_ref_mod i486_nt No - Does not process reference parts when no, yes els generating the shaded image (to save time). Yes Shades reference parts when generating shaded images. shade_mfg_ref_mod x86e_win64 No - Does not process reference parts when no, yes els generating the shaded image (to save time). Yes Shades reference parts when generating shaded images. store_tool_path_file i486_nt Specifies how tool path information is computed. Yes - yes, no Tool path information stored in file filename.tph (filename is manufacturing model name). No - Tool path is computed each time manufacturing model is retrieved or parameters are changed. store_tool_path_file x86e_win64 Specifies how tool path information is computed. Yes - yes, no Tool path information stored in file filename.tph (filename is manufacturing model name). No - Tool path is computed each time manufacturing model is retrieved or parameters are changed. i486_nt Used to specify fringe colors in Pro/FEM-POST results. Specify blue, black, cyan, magenta, green, yellow, red, and white. Enter colors as a dashdelimited string (lowest to highest value). The default is blue-cyan-green-yellow-red-magenta-white.

Values yes

Default value

yes

yes

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yes

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custom_rainbow

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custom_rainbow

x86e_win64 Used to specify fringe colors in Pro/FEM-POST results. Specify blue, black, cyan, magenta, green, yellow, red, and white. Enter colors as a dashdelimited string (lowest to highest value). The default is blue-cyan-green-yellow-red-magenta-white. Yes - The user will be prompted to select a file to retrieve the mesh from, or enter a file name to save the mesh to. No - The user will not be prompted to select or enter a mesh file name. yes, no no

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fem_allow_named_m i486_nt esh_files

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Name Platform Description fem_allow_named_m x86e_win64 Yes - The user will be prompted to select a file to esh_files retrieve the mesh from, or enter a file name to save the mesh to. No - The user will not be prompted to select or enter a mesh file name. fem_ansys_annotatio i486_nt Toggles transfer of loadcase names to ANSYS. ns fem_ansys_annotatio x86e_win64 Toggles transfer of loadcase names to ANSYS. ns fem_ansys_grouping i486_nt Toggles transfer of groups/layers to ANSYS. fem_ansys_grouping x86e_win64 Toggles transfer of groups/layers to ANSYS. fem_asp_ratio fem_asp_ratio fem_default_solver fem_default_solver fem_dist_index fem_dist_index fem_edge_angle i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no no 7 7

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fem_edge_angle

x86e_win64

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fem_hierarchical_me i486_nt sh

The value that FEM created elements of aspect ratio are compared against. The value that FEM created elements of aspect ratio are compared against. Specifies default solver. ansys, nastran Specifies default solver. ansys, nastran The value that FEM created elements of distortion indices are compared against. The value that FEM created elements of distortion indices are compared against. Sets the minimum acceptable default angle between adjacent element edges. Enter value between 0 and 90. Sets the minimum acceptable default angle between adjacent element edges. Enter value between 0 and 90. Yes - Store and retrieve automatically the FEM mesh yes, no in the mesh file upon its creation and on entering Creo Simulate, respectively. This option triggers Hierarchical Mesh mode. No (default) - Do not store or retrieve the FEM Mesh automatically.

0.4 0.4 30

30

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Name Platform Description fem_hierarchical_me x86e_win64 Yes - Store and retrieve automatically the FEM mesh yes, no sh in the mesh file upon its creation and on entering Creo Simulate, respectively. This option triggers Hierarchical Mesh mode. No (default) - Do not store or retrieve the FEM Mesh automatically. fem_inertia_relief i486_nt Enables inertia relief in FEM mode. Creo Simulate will yes, no output PARAM,INREL,-2 to a Nastran deck file or XYZ to ANSYS PREP7 file. The default value is NO.

Values no

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no

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fem_inertia_relief

x86e_win64 Enables inertia relief in FEM mode. Creo Simulate will yes, no output PARAM,INREL,-2 to a Nastran deck file or XYZ to ANSYS PREP7 file. The default value is NO. yes, no

no

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fem_keep_solver_file i486_nt s

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Yes - All Solver files will be retained after running the analysis. No - All Solver files will be deleted after running the analysis. fem_keep_solver_file x86e_win64 Yes - All Solver files will be retained after running the s analysis. No - All Solver files will be deleted after running the analysis. fem_mesh_auto_retri i486_nt Yes - The FEM mesh will automatically be retrieved eve from the current working directory on entering Creo Simulate. No - The mesh will not be retrieved automatically. The default is NO. fem_mesh_auto_retri x86e_win64 Yes - The FEM mesh will automatically be retrieved eve from the current working directory on entering Creo Simulate. No - The mesh will not be retrieved automatically. The default is NO. fem_mesh_auto_sav i486_nt Yes - The FEM mesh will be saved in the current e working directory after it is created. No - The mesh will not be saved automatically after it is created. The default value is No. fem_mesh_auto_sav x86e_win64 Yes - The FEM mesh will be saved in the current e working directory after it is created. No - The mesh will not be saved automatically after it is created. The default value is No.

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

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Name Platform fem_mesh_operation i486_nt s

Description Yes - The menu item Operations appears in the FEM MESH menu, providing access to functionalities to manipulate the finite element mesh. No - the menu FEM MESH will not have the item Operations.

Values yes, no no

Default value

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fem_mesh_operation x86e_win64 Yes - The menu item Operations appears in the FEM s MESH menu, providing access to functionalities to manipulate the finite element mesh. No - the menu FEM MESH will not have the item Operations. fem_mid_ratio fem_mid_ratio i486_nt x86e_win64 The value that FEM created elements of mid ratios are compared against. The value that FEM created elements of mid ratios are compared against. Specifies version number of neutral file. Specifies version number of neutral file. Yes - Generate individual element for each pair of independent node and dependent node. Nastran output creates multiple RBAR cards. No - Generate a single element between the independent node and all dependent nodes. Nastran output creates a single RBE2 card. Yes - Generate individual element for each pair of independent node and dependent node. Nastran output creates multiple RBAR cards. No - Generate a single element between the independent node and all dependent nodes. Nastran output creates a single RBE2 card. Yes - Issue a warning whenever the current operation invalidates the existing FEM mesh. No (default) Erase the mesh without notification when it becomes incompatible with the model. Yes - Issue a warning whenever the current operation invalidates the existing FEM mesh. No (default) Erase the mesh without notification when it becomes incompatible with the model.

yes, no

no

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0.1 0.1 3 3 no

fem_neutral_version i486_nt fem_neutral_version x86e_win64 fem_output_rigid_link i486_nt _as_rbar

no, yes

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fem_output_rigid_link x86e_win64 _as_rbar

no, yes

no

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fem_preserve_mesh i486_nt

yes, no

no

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fem_preserve_mesh x86e_win64

yes, no

no

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Name Platform fem_shell_elem_type i486_nt

Description Sets the default shell element type in FEM mode.

Values tri, quad tri, quad quad quad 45

Default value

fem_shell_elem_type x86e_win64 Sets the default shell element type in FEM mode. fem_skew_angle i486_nt Sets the maximum acceptable default skew angle value, measured in degrees. Enter a value between 0 and 90. Sets the maximum acceptable default skew angle value, measured in degrees. Enter a value between 0 and 90. For NASTRAN solution, uses this option to interrupt the solver after the specified time limit. The default value is 60 minutes. For NASTRAN solution, uses this option to interrupt the solver after the specified time limit. The default value is 60 minutes. Sets the minimum acceptable default taper value. Enter a value between 0 and 1. Sets the minimum acceptable default taper value. Enter a value between 0 and 1. Sets the maximum acceptable default warp angle value, measured in degrees. Enter a value between 0 and 90. Sets the maximum acceptable default warp angle value, measured in degrees. Enter a value between 0 and 90. Specifies the ANSYS equation solver type to be used. Supported solver types: FRONTAL, ITERATIVE (JCG), POWERSOLVER (PCG), ICCG, AUTO, and SPARSE. Specifies the ANSYS equation solver type to be used. Supported solver types: FRONTAL, ITERATIVE (JCG), POWERSOLVER (PCG), ICCG, AUTO, and SPARSE. Specifies the Y-direction based on compressed and uncompressed geometry. The default value is uncompressed.

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fem_skew_angle

x86e_win64

45

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fem_solver_time_limi i486_nt t fem_solver_time_limi x86e_win64 t fem_taper fem_taper fem_warp_angle i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

60

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60

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0.5 0.5 10

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fem_warp_angle

x86e_win64

10

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fem_which_ansys_so i486_nt lver

frontal, iterative, powersolver, iccg, auto, sparse

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fem_which_ansys_so x86e_win64 lver

frontal, iterative, powersolver, iccg, auto, sparse

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fem_y_dir_compress i486_nt

yes, no

no

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Name Platform Description fem_y_dir_compress x86e_win64 Specifies the Y-direction based on compressed and uncompressed geometry. The default value is uncompressed. pro_ansys_path i486_nt Specifies path to ANSYS executable. pro_ansys_path x86e_win64 Specifies path to ANSYS executable. pro_nastran_path i486_nt Specifies the path to the MSC/NASTRAN executable (nastran). pro_nastran_path x86e_win64 Specifies the path to the MSC/NASTRAN executable (nastran). pro_solver_name i486_nt Specifies the name of the user-defined solver to be included in the SOLVE menu. See also pro_solver_path. pro_solver_name x86e_win64 Specifies the name of the user-defined solver to be included in the SOLVE menu. See also pro_solver_path. pro_solver_path i486_nt Specifies the path to the user-defined solver whose name is defined in the SOLVE menu. See also pro_solver_name pro_solver_path x86e_win64 Specifies the path to the user-defined solver whose name is defined in the SOLVE menu. See also pro_solver_name sim_accurate_asm_li i486_nt Forces assembly link calculations to take into account nks the separation of linked shells. sim_accurate_asm_li x86e_win64 Forces assembly link calculations to take into account nks the separation of linked shells. sim_additive_mass i486_nt Treats Mass Idealizations as additive if they are applied to the same entity and suppresses Mass precedence rules. sim_additive_mass x86e_win64 Treats Mass Idealizations as additive if they are applied to the same entity and suppresses Mass precedence rules. sim_agem_delete_m i486_nt Yes - Deletes the points inserted during an AutoGEM esh_points session when deleting mesh elements. No - Retains the points inserted during an AutoGEM session when deleting mesh elements.

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no

yes, no

no

yes, no

yes

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Name Platform Description sim_agem_delete_m x86e_win64 Yes - Deletes the points inserted during an AutoGEM yes, no esh_points session when deleting mesh elements. No - Retains the points inserted during an AutoGEM session when deleting mesh elements. sim_agem_display_el i486_nt Yes - Color elements according to their shapes. No - yes, no ement_colors Color all solid elements and shell elements the same color. sim_agem_display_el x86e_win64 Yes - Color elements according to their shapes. No - yes, no ement_colors Color all solid elements and shell elements the same color. sim_agem_edge_by_ i486_nt Sets the default value for the ratio of Edge Length / crv_default Radius of curvature. sim_agem_edge_by_ x86e_win64 Sets the default value for the ratio of Edge Length / crv_default Radius of curvature. sim_agem_edge_crv i486_nt Sets the value for the target ratio of Edge Length / Radius of curvaturefor automatic creation of a global AutoGEM Control. sim_agem_edge_crv x86e_win64 Sets the value for the target ratio of Edge Length / Radius of curvaturefor automatic creation of a global AutoGEM Control. sim_agem_model_thi i486_nt Set the value to the part thickness. This causes ckness AutoGEM to perform more boundary refinement, and can be very useful for thinner parts. sim_agem_model_thi x86e_win64 Set the value to the part thickness. This causes ckness AutoGEM to perform more boundary refinement, and can be very useful for thinner parts. sim_auto_map_max_ i486_nt Sets the default maximum angle tolerance for autoangle mapping of pressure load. The valid range is from 0 to 90 degrees. sim_auto_map_max_ x86e_win64 Sets the default maximum angle tolerance for autoangle mapping of pressure load. The valid range is from 0 to 90 degrees. sim_auto_map_max_ i486_nt Sets the default maximum distance tolerance (relative dist to model size) for auto-mapping of pressure load. The default value is 0.0012. sim_auto_map_max_ x86e_win64 Sets the default maximum distance tolerance (relative dist to model size) for auto-mapping of pressure load. The default value is 0.0012.

Values yes

Default value

yes

yes

2 2 0

-1

-1

10

10

0.0012

0.0012

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Name Platform sim_auto_pairing_thi i486_nt ckness

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sim_auto_pairing_thi x86e_win64 ckness

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sim_auto_regen_ena bled sim_auto_regen_ena bled sim_beamsection_pa th sim_beamsection_pa th sim_calculate_node_ reaction sim_calculate_node_ reaction sim_check_jacobian_ corners

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

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sim_check_jacobian_ x86e_win64 corners

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sim_display_3d_icon i486_nt s sim_display_3d_icon x86e_win64 Toggles display of 3D Creo Simulate icons. s

Description Set the value of characteristic thickness for autodetection of shell pairs. Using this as a threshold value, auto-detection will find surface pairs with thickness smaller than this value. Set the value of characteristic thickness for autodetection of shell pairs. Using this as a threshold value, auto-detection will find surface pairs with thickness smaller than this value. Yes - Regenerate model on entrance to Creo Simulate. No - Don't regenerate the model. Yes - Regenerate model on entrance to Creo Simulate. No - Don't regenerate the model. Specifies the path where the Beam Sections will be stored. Specifies the path where the Beam Sections will be stored. Enables node reaction calculations for point constraints within links. The default value is NO. Enables node reaction calculations for point constraints within links. The default value is NO. No - Suppress Jacobian checks at corner nodes. ANSYS and Nastran checks parabolic elements Jacobian at the integration points only and FEM will fix too curved elements for the same criterion. Yes Jacobian is checked both at integration points and corner nodes. FEM mode will fix too curved elements accordingly. No - Suppress Jacobian checks at corner nodes. ANSYS and Nastran checks parabolic elements Jacobian at the integration points only and FEM will fix too curved elements for the same criterion. Yes Jacobian is checked both at integration points and corner nodes. FEM mode will fix too curved elements accordingly. Toggles display of 3D Creo Simulate icons.

Values 0

Default value

yes, no yes, no

yes yes

yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no

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Name sim_display_3d_icon s_zi sim_display_3d_icon s_zi sim_display_agem_c ontrols sim_display_agem_c ontrols sim_display_arrow_s cale sim_display_arrow_s cale sim_display_arrow_ta il_touching sim_display_arrow_ta il_touching sim_display_beam_r eleases sim_display_beam_r eleases sim_display_beam_s ections sim_display_beam_s ections sim_display_beams sim_display_beams sim_display_contacts

Platform i486_nt

Description Toggles zoom-invariant behavior of 3D Creo Simulate yes, no icons. x86e_win64 Toggles zoom-invariant behavior of 3D Creo Simulate yes, no icons. i486_nt Toggles display of AutoGEM Controls. yes, no x86e_win64 Toggles display of AutoGEM Controls. i486_nt Toggles automatic arrow scaling. yes, no yes, no yes, no

Values

Default value

x86e_win64 Toggles automatic arrow scaling. i486_nt

Toggles display of Load arrows to have tails or heads yes, no touching. x86e_win64 Toggles display of Load arrows to have tails or heads yes, no touching. i486_nt Toggles display of Beam Release icons. yes, no x86e_win64 Toggles display of Beam Release icons. i486_nt Toggles display of beam section icons. yes, no yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

x86e_win64 Toggles display of beam section icons. i486_nt Toggles display of beam icons. x86e_win64 Toggles display of beam icons. i486_nt Toggles display of contact icons.

sim_display_contacts x86e_win64 Toggles display of contact icons. sim_display_fastener s sim_display_fastener s sim_display_highlight _refs sim_display_highlight _refs i486_nt Toggles display of Fastener icons.

x86e_win64 Toggles display of Fastener icons. i486_nt Yes -Geometrical references are highlighed when selecting a load/constraint. x86e_win64 Yes -Geometrical references are highlighed when selecting a load/constraint.

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Name sim_display_in_spin sim_display_in_spin

Platform i486_nt

Description Toggles display of simulation objects in Dynamic Spin. yes, no

Values

Default value

x86e_win64 Toggles display of simulation objects in Dynamic Spin. yes, no yes, no no

sim_display_internal_ i486_nt mesh_edges

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Specifies whether internal edges of mesh elements should be displayed in the wireframe mode. The default is "No". sim_display_internal_ x86e_win64 Specifies whether internal edges of mesh elements mesh_edges should be displayed in the wireframe mode. The default is "No". sim_display_load_col i486_nt Toggles display of Load colors. ors sim_display_load_col x86e_win64 Toggles display of Load colors. ors sim_display_load_dis i486_nt Toggles display of distributed load vectors over entire tribution entity. sim_display_load_dis x86e_win64 Toggles display of distributed load vectors over entire tribution entity. sim_display_load_ico i486_nt Toggles display of load icons. ns sim_display_load_ico x86e_win64 Toggles display of load icons. ns sim_display_load_na i486_nt Yes - The load/constraint name appears in the label. me sim_display_load_na x86e_win64 Yes - The load/constraint name appears in the label. me sim_display_load_val i486_nt Toggles display of Load values. ue sim_display_load_val x86e_win64 Toggles display of Load values. ue sim_display_loads_fr i486_nt Toggles display of loads and constraints defined on om_comps lower-level components of assembly. sim_display_loads_fr x86e_win64 Toggles display of loads and constraints defined on om_comps lower-level components of assembly. sim_display_masses i486_nt Toggles display of mass icons. sim_display_masses x86e_win64 Toggles display of mass icons.

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes

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Name sim_display_matl_as signments sim_display_matl_as signments sim_display_measure s sim_display_measure s sim_display_mesh_a nd_model sim_display_mesh_a nd_model sim_display_mesh_c ontrol_name sim_display_mesh_c ontrol_name sim_display_mesh_c ontrol_value sim_display_mesh_c ontrol_value sim_display_mesh_c ontrols sim_display_mesh_c ontrols sim_display_mesh_e ntities sim_display_mesh_e ntities sim_display_mesh_m ode

Platform i486_nt

Description Toggles display of Material Assignment icons.

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no_mesh, wireframe, hidden, nohidden, shading no_mesh, wireframe, hidden, nohidden, shading fine, medium, coarse fine, medium, coarse

Default value

x86e_win64 Toggles display of Material Assignment icons. i486_nt Toggles display of Simulation Measure icons.

x86e_win64 Toggles display of Simulation Measure icons. i486_nt Toggles display of Mesh together with Model.

x86e_win64 Toggles display of Mesh together with Model. i486_nt Yes - The Mesh/AutoGEM control name appears in the label. x86e_win64 Yes - The Mesh/AutoGEM control name appears in the label. i486_nt Yes - The Mesh/AutoGEM control value appears in the label. x86e_win64 Yes - The Mesh/AutoGEM control value appears in the label. i486_nt Toggles display of Mesh Controls. x86e_win64 Toggles display of Mesh Controls. i486_nt Toggles display of Mesh entities.

x86e_win64 Toggles display of Mesh entities. i486_nt

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Specifies the mode of mesh display in FEM preprocessor. Values: NO_MESH, WIREFRAME, HIDDEN, NOHIDDEN, SHADING. sim_display_mesh_m x86e_win64 Specifies the mode of mesh display in FEM ode preprocessor. Values: NO_MESH, WIREFRAME, HIDDEN, NOHIDDEN, SHADING. sim_display_mesh_q i486_nt Specifies the quality of mesh display in Creo Simulate. uality Values: FINE, MEDIUM, COARSE. sim_display_mesh_q x86e_win64 Specifies the quality of mesh display in Creo Simulate. uality Values: FINE, MEDIUM, COARSE.

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Name Platform sim_display_mesh_s i486_nt hells_thick

Description Toggles the display of shell thickness in Creo Simulate mesh. YES - Display shells with real thickness. NO - Display shells with zero thickness.

Values no, yes

Default value

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sim_display_mesh_s x86e_win64 Toggles the display of shell thickness in Creo hells_thick Simulate mesh. YES - Display shells with real thickness. NO - Display shells with zero thickness. sim_display_mesh_s hrink_elems sim_display_mesh_s hrink_elems sim_display_model_t ype sim_display_model_t ype sim_display_names sim_display_names sim_display_rigid_dof Controls display of Mesh through a specified percentage of shrinking of its elements. x86e_win64 Controls display of Mesh through a specified percentage of shrinking of its elements. i486_nt Toggles the display of the Simulation model setup in the lower left corner of Creo Parametric screen. x86e_win64 Toggles the display of the Simulation model setup in the lower left corner of Creo Parametric screen. i486_nt Toggles display of Simulation Object names. x86e_win64 Toggles display of Simulation Object names. i486_nt Toggles display of Rigid Link DOF icons. i486_nt

no, yes

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-1 -1 yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no yes yes

sim_display_rigid_dof x86e_win64 Toggles display of Rigid Link DOF icons. sim_display_rigid_lin ks sim_display_rigid_lin ks sim_display_shells sim_display_shells sim_display_springs sim_display_springs i486_nt Toggles display of Rigid Link icons.

x86e_win64 Toggles display of Rigid Link icons. i486_nt Toggles display of shell icons. x86e_win64 Toggles display of shell icons. i486_nt Toggles display of spring icons. x86e_win64 Toggles display of spring icons.

sim_display_struct_c i486_nt Toggles display of structure constraint icons. onstraints sim_display_struct_c x86e_win64 Toggles display of structure constraint icons. onstraints

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Name sim_display_struct_lo ads sim_display_struct_lo ads sim_display_therm_b cs sim_display_therm_b cs sim_display_therm_lo ads sim_display_therm_lo ads sim_display_weighte d_dof sim_display_weighte d_dof sim_display_weighte d_links sim_display_weighte d_links sim_display_welds sim_display_welds sim_expanded_diagn ostics

Platform i486_nt

Description Toggles display of structure load icons.

Values yes, no yes, no

Default value

x86e_win64 Toggles display of structure load icons. i486_nt

Toggles display of Thermal Boundary Condition icons. yes, no

x86e_win64 Toggles display of Thermal Boundary Condition icons. yes, no i486_nt Toggles display of thermal load icons. yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

x86e_win64 Toggles display of thermal load icons. i486_nt Toggles display of Weighted Link DOF icons.

x86e_win64 Toggles display of Weighted Link DOF icons. i486_nt Toggles display of Weighted Link icons.

x86e_win64 Toggles display of Weighted Link icons.

i486_nt Toggles display of Weld icons. yes, no x86e_win64 Toggles display of Weld icons. yes, no i486_nt Yes - Creo Simulate will perform an expanded set of yes, no diagnostic checks during meshing a model or running an analysis. These include checks for interferences in an assembly and for singular geometry. No - Creo Simulate will not perform expanded checks.

no

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sim_expanded_diagn x86e_win64 Yes - Creo Simulate will perform an expanded set of yes, no ostics diagnostic checks during meshing a model or running an analysis. These include checks for interferences in an assembly and for singular geometry. No - Creo Simulate will not perform expanded checks.

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Name Platform sim_extend_surf_ma i486_nt x_angle

Description Controls the maximum angle between a surface to be extended during shell compression and its adjacent surfaces. If the angle is higher than specified, the adjacent surfaces is extended. The default is 30 degrees. The range is from 0 to 90 degrees.

Values 30

Default value

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sim_extend_surf_ma x86e_win64 Controls the maximum angle between a surface to be x_angle extended during shell compression and its adjacent surfaces. If the angle is higher than specified, the adjacent surfaces is extended. The default is 30 degrees. The range is from 0 to 90 degrees. Controls the use of biaxiality correction. The default value is YES. Controls the use of biaxiality correction. The default value is YES. Controls which method is used to model biaxiality: Klann-Tipton-Cordes, Hoffman-Seeger, or the most conservative (worst) of the two methods. The default value is WORST. sim_fatigue_biaxiality x86e_win64 Controls which method is used to model biaxiality: _method Klann-Tipton-Cordes, Hoffman-Seeger, or the most conservative (worst) of the two methods. The default value is WORST. sim_fatigue_confiden i486_nt Specifies the percentage confidence in the predicted ce_level life result value. The default value is 90, and range is from 0.1 to 99.9 sim_fatigue_confiden x86e_win64 Specifies the percentage confidence in the predicted ce_level life result value. The default value is 90, and range is from 0.1 to 99.9 sim_fatigue_external i486_nt Controls the use of external material data. The default _matdata value is NO. sim_fatigue_external x86e_win64 Controls the use of external material data. The default _matdata value is NO. sim_fatigue_hysteresi i486_nt Specifies the gate applied to cycle counting as a s_gate percentage of peak load. The default value is 1 and range is from 0 to 50. sim_fatigue_biaxiality i486_nt _correct sim_fatigue_biaxiality x86e_win64 _correct sim_fatigue_biaxiality i486_nt _method yes, no yes, no worst, ktc, hs

30

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yes yes worst

Mechanica

worst, ktc, hs

worst

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90

Mechanica

90

Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica

no, yes no, yes

no no 1

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Name Platform Description sim_fatigue_hysteresi x86e_win64 Specifies the gate applied to cycle counting as a s_gate percentage of peak load. The default value is 1 and range is from 0 to 50. sim_fatigue_infinite_li i486_nt Specifies the value for the lives beyond cutoff. The fe_value default value is 1e20 and range is from 1e15 to 1e30. sim_fatigue_infinite_li x86e_win64 Specifies the value for the lives beyond cutoff. The fe_value default value is 1e20 and range is from 1e15 to 1e30. sim_fatigue_mean_st i486_nt ress sim_fatigue_mean_st x86e_win64 ress sim_fatigue_mean_st i486_nt ress_method

Values 1

Default value

1E+20

Mechanica

1E+20

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Controls the application of the mean stress correction. yes, no The default value is YES. Controls the application of the mean stress correction. yes, no The default value is YES. Controls which method is used to model mean stress: worst, swt, morrow the Smith-Watson-Topper Approach, Morrow Correction, or the most conservative (worst) of the two methods. The default value is WORST.

yes yes worst

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sim_fatigue_mean_st x86e_win64 Controls which method is used to model mean stress: worst, swt, morrow ress_method the Smith-Watson-Topper Approach, Morrow Correction, or the most conservative (worst) of the two methods. The default value is WORST. sim_fatigue_safety_ margin Specifies a factor used to determine the Life Confidence quantity. The default value is 3 and range is from 1.1 to 100. sim_fatigue_safety_ x86e_win64 Specifies a factor used to determine the Life margin Confidence quantity. The default value is 3 and range is from 1.1 to 100. sim_fatigue_user_dir i486_nt Specifies the directory for user files (for example, ectory external material files). The default value is the current directory. sim_fatigue_user_dir x86e_win64 Specifies the directory for user files (for example, ectory external material files). The default value is the current directory. sim_fatigue_write_su i486_nt Controls writing of surface stresses to a neutral file. no, yes rf_stress The default value is NO. i486_nt

worst

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Mechanica

Mechanica

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Name Platform Description sim_fatigue_write_su x86e_win64 Controls writing of surface stresses to a neutral file. no, yes rf_stress The default value is NO. sim_fem_mapped_m i486_nt Default number of sub-divisions for mapped meshing in FEM mode. Default value is 10 and range is from 1 esh to 99. sim_fem_mapped_m x86e_win64 Default number of sub-divisions for mapped meshing esh in FEM mode. Default value is 10 and range is from 1 to 99. sim_fem_nastran_us i486_nt Yes - use PSHELL cards, No - use PCOMP cards for yes, no e_pshell laminate composite shells in NASTRAN output file. sim_fem_nastran_us x86e_win64 Yes - use PSHELL cards, No - use PCOMP cards for yes, no e_pshell laminate composite shells in NASTRAN output file. sim_html_report_pref i486_nt s_file sim_html_report_pref x86e_win64 s_file sim_hyperelastic_mat i486_nt erial_fit

Values no 10

Default value

10

no

Mechanica

no

Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica

Specifies the path to the Simulation post processor HTML report preferences file. Specifies the path to the Simulation post processor HTML report preferences file. Sets the default method for calculating coefficients for normalized, non-normalized hyperelastic materials. If set to "normalized", normalized stresses will be used. If set to "nonnormalized", non-normalized stresses will be used.)

normalized

Mechanica

sim_hyperelastic_mat x86e_win64 Sets the default method for calculating coefficients for normalized, non-normalized erial_fit hyperelastic materials. If set to "normalized", normalized stresses will be used. If set to "nonnormalized", non-normalized stresses will be used.) sim_icon_distribution i486_nt _density sim_icon_distribution x86e_win64 _density sim_ignore_unpaired i486_nt Determines how many icons are drawn for a distribution. 1 is fewer, 10 is the highest. Determines how many icons are drawn for a distribution. 1 is fewer, 10 is the highest. Yes - Unpaired surfaces are ignored when meshing yes, no the model, placing you directly into the AFTER COMP menu (the CONT MESH menu is skipped).

normalized

Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica

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Name Platform Description sim_ignore_unpaired x86e_win64 Yes - Unpaired surfaces are ignored when meshing yes, no the model, placing you directly into the AFTER COMP menu (the CONT MESH menu is skipped). sim_invoke_diagnosti i486_nt cs_on_run

Values no

Default value

Mechanica

Sets the default for the display of diagnostics during yes, no, prompt the run of an analysis in Creo Simulate Native mode. If set to prompt, the user is prompted to rundiagnostics every time he/she starts a run.

prompt

Mechanica

sim_invoke_diagnosti x86e_win64 Sets the default for the display of diagnostics during yes, no, prompt the run of an analysis in Creo Simulate Native mode. If cs_on_run set to prompt, the user is prompted to rundiagnostics every time he/she starts a run. No - The user is prompted to load the existing Creo no, yes Simulate mesh file from the current working directory. Yes - The mesh file, if exists, is loaded automatically and the mesh is displayed. sim_load_mech_mes x86e_win64 No - The user is prompted to load the existing Creo no, yes h Simulate mesh file from the current working directory. Yes - The mesh file, if exists, is loaded automatically and the mesh is displayed. sim_loadpreview i486_nt Sets the type of load preview: vectors, fringe or mesh. vectors, fringe, mesh sim_loadpreview x86e_win64 Sets the type of load preview: vectors, fringe or mesh. vectors, fringe, mesh sim_load_mech_mes i486_nt h

prompt

Mechanica

no

Mechanica

no

Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica

fringe fringe no

sim_massnorm_mod i486_nt es

Mechanica

Mechanica

Mass normalize modes. If set to no, the modes are yes, no normalized to a maximum displacement of 1. The default is no. sim_massnorm_mod x86e_win64 Mass normalize modes. If set to no, the modes are yes, no es normalized to a maximum displacement of 1. The default is no. sim_mat_poissons_n i486_nt Specifies the convention used for defining Poisson's tsai, jones otation ratio for anisotropic materials as being either Tsai (Column-normalized) or Jones (Row-normalized). This option affects only the labels for Poisson's ratio on the Material data form.

no

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Mechanica

Mechanica

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Name Platform Description sim_mat_poissons_n x86e_win64 Specifies the convention used for defining Poisson's otation ratio for anisotropic materials as being either Tsai (Column-normalized) or Jones (Row-normalized). This option affects only the labels for Poisson's ratio on the Material data form. sim_max_contact_ite i486_nt Specify the maximum number of iterations for contact rations analysis. The default is 200. sim_max_contact_ite x86e_win64 Specify the maximum number of iterations for contact rations analysis. The default is 200. sim_max_memory_u i486_nt Specifies the maximum amount of memory in sage megabytes to be allocated during FEM meshing. If this option is not set, or set to zero, the mesher can use all available memory. sim_max_memory_u x86e_win64 Specifies the maximum amount of memory in sage megabytes to be allocated during FEM meshing. If this option is not set, or set to zero, the mesher can use all available memory. sim_native_mapped_ i486_nt Default number of sub-divisions for mapped meshing mesh in Native mode. Default value is 3 and range is from 1 to 99. sim_native_mapped_ x86e_win64 Default number of sub-divisions for mapped meshing mesh in Native mode. Default value is 3 and range is from 1 to 99. sim_output_ids_for_l i486_nt Outputs FEM mesh element IDs on each layer into ayers XML file. sim_output_ids_for_l x86e_win64 Outputs FEM mesh element IDs on each layer into ayers XML file. sim_perturbation_sol i486_nt Use perturbation solvers in the calculation of local vers sensitivity. The default is yes. sim_perturbation_sol x86e_win64 Use perturbation solvers in the calculation of local vers sensitivity. The default is yes. sim_pp_background_ i486_nt Specifies the background color of the work area for color the results display. The default value is PROE. sim_pp_background_ x86e_win64 Specifies the background color of the work area for color the results display. The default value is PROE. sim_pp_display_bea i486_nt Sets the thickness for beams and 2D-shells display in m_thickness Post Processor. Numerical values specify the thickness in pixels.

Values tsai, jones tsai

Default value

200 200

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no proe, blue, black, white proe, blue, black, white actual, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

no no yes yes proe proe 5

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Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica

Name Platform Description sim_pp_display_bea x86e_win64 Sets the thickness for beams and 2D-shells display in m_thickness Post Processor. Numerical values specify the thickness in pixels. sim_pp_display_spin i486_nt Sets the default for the behavior of mouse spinning _center the model in results. sim_pp_display_spin x86e_win64 Sets the default for the behavior of mouse spinning _center the model in results. sim_pp_legacy_selec i486_nt Enables legacy selection of geometrical entities from tion Creo Simulate results postprocessor on Creo Simulate geometry. sim_pp_legacy_selec x86e_win64 Enables legacy selection of geometrical entities from tion Creo Simulate results postprocessor on Creo Simulate geometry. sim_pp_legend_conti i486_nt Determines if the legend will be continuous tone (YES) nuous or discrete colors (NO). sim_pp_legend_conti x86e_win64 Determines if the legend will be continuous tone (YES) nuous or discrete colors (NO). sim_pp_legend_level i486_nt The default number of legend levels (from 1 to 16; the s default is 9). sim_pp_legend_level x86e_win64 The default number of legend levels (from 1 to 16; the s default is 9). sim_pp_legend_show i486_nt If set to NO, the legend is not displayed in newly created results windows by default. sim_pp_legend_show x86e_win64 If set to NO, the legend is not displayed in newly created results windows by default. sim_pp_legend_show i486_nt If set to NO, the gray minimum and maximum values _min_max are not displayed by default in the legend. sim_pp_legend_show x86e_win64 If set to NO, the gray minimum and maximum values _min_max are not displayed by default in the legend. sim_pp_legend_spec i486_nt This string sets the default color legend used in the trum definition of a results window. This file will be looked up in the sim_pp_template_dir location, or, if this is not specified, in the current working directory.

Values actual, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Default value 5

yes, no yes, no no, yes

yes yes no

no, yes

no

yes, no yes, no

no no 9 9

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

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Name Platform Description sim_pp_legend_spec x86e_win64 This string sets the default color legend used in the trum definition of a results window. This file will be looked up in the sim_pp_template_dir location, or, if this is not specified, in the current working directory. sim_pp_path_absolut e sim_pp_path_absolut e sim_pp_query_locati on sim_pp_query_locati on sim_pp_show_cap_c ut_outline sim_pp_show_cap_c ut_outline sim_pp_template_dir Choose Absolute (Yes) or Relative (No) path to "rwd" file. x86e_win64 Choose Absolute (Yes) or Relative (No) path to "rwd" file. i486_nt Sets the default value for the display of the WCS location in dynamic query in results. x86e_win64 Sets the default value for the display of the WCS location in dynamic query in results. i486_nt Enables to hide the model outline in capping/cutting surface display. x86e_win64 Enables to hide the model outline in capping/cutting surface display. i486_nt Sets the default directory for results template files. i486_nt yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

Values

Default value

Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica

no no no no yes yes

sim_pp_template_dir x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for results template files. sim_pp_vector_plot_ i486_nt arrow_2d To draw 2D arrows instead of 3D arrows while postprocessing vector results. It is useful when system memory is not sufficient to display3D vector arrows. yes, no no

Mechanica

sim_pp_vector_plot_ x86e_win64 To draw 2D arrows instead of 3D arrows while postarrow_2d processing vector results. It is useful when system memory is not sufficient to display3D vector arrows. sim_pp_vrml_export_ format sim_pp_vrml_export_ format sim_pp_vrml_feature _edges sim_pp_vrml_feature _edges i486_nt Flags to denote VRML1.0 or VRML2.0 (default) output. x86e_win64 Flags to denote VRML1.0 or VRML2.0 (default) output. i486_nt Flag to enable the inclusion of feature edges in the VRML file. The default value is NO. x86e_win64 Flag to enable the inclusion of feature edges in the VRML file. The default value is NO.

yes, no

no

Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica

vrml2.0, vrml1.0 vrml2.0, vrml1.0 no, yes no, yes

vrml2.0 vrml2.0 no no

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Name Platform sim_reentrant_geom i486_nt _angle

Description Sets the default value for reentrant geometry detection in both Isolation for Exclusion AutoGEM Control and expanded diagnostics checks. The valid range is from 0 to 180 degrees. The default is 120 degrees.

Values 120

Default value

Mechanica

sim_reentrant_geom x86e_win64 Sets the default value for reentrant geometry detection _angle in both Isolation for Exclusion AutoGEM Control and expanded diagnostics checks. The valid range is from 0 to 180 degrees. The default is 120 degrees. sim_remove_unoppo i486_nt sed Yes - The system ignores unopposed surfaces when meshing the model; the system also deselects the UseUnopposed option. No - the system uses the unopposed surfaces in the shell model. yes, no

120

Mechanica

no

Mechanica

sim_remove_unoppo x86e_win64 Yes - The system ignores unopposed surfaces when sed meshing the model; the system also deselects the UseUnopposed option. No - the system uses the unopposed surfaces in the shell model. sim_results_on_first_ i486_nt pass sim_results_on_first_ x86e_win64 pass sim_run_out_dir i486_nt Forces results post-processing after the first pass of an SPA analysis. Forces results post-processing after the first pass of an SPA analysis. Specifies the directory for Creo Simulate run output storage. By default, the current directory is used.

yes, no

no

Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica

yes, no yes, no

no no

Mechanica

sim_run_out_dir

x86e_win64 Specifies the directory for Creo Simulate run output storage. By default, the current directory is used. i486_nt

Mechanica

sim_run_tmp_dir

Mechanica

Mechanica

Specifies the directory for Creo Simulate run temporary storage. By default, the current directory is used. sim_run_tmp_dir x86e_win64 Specifies the directory for Creo Simulate run temporary storage. By default, the current directory is used. sim_smooth_aspect_ i486_nt Sets the element aspect ratio criterion for the mesh ratio smoothing process.

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Mechanica

Mechanica

Mechanica

Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica

Mechanica

Mechanica

Mechanica

Mechanica

Mechanica

Name Platform Description sim_smooth_aspect_ x86e_win64 Sets the element aspect ratio criterion for the mesh ratio smoothing process. sim_smooth_edge_a i486_nt Sets the element edge angle criterion (Quad elements only), measured in degrees, for the mesh smoothing ngle process. sim_smooth_edge_a x86e_win64 Sets the element edge angle criterion (Quad elements ngle only), measured in degrees, for the mesh smoothing process. sim_smooth_skew i486_nt Sets the element skew angle criterion (Quad elements only), measured in degrees, for the mesh smoothing process. sim_smooth_skew x86e_win64 Sets the element skew angle criterion (Quad elements only), measured in degrees, for the mesh smoothing process. sim_smooth_taper i486_nt Sets the element taper criterion (Quad elements only) for the mesh smoothing process. sim_smooth_taper x86e_win64 Sets the element taper criterion (Quad elements only) for the mesh smoothing process. sim_smooth_warp_a i486_nt Sets the element warp angle criterion (Quad elements ngle only), measured in degrees, for the mesh smoothing process. sim_smooth_warp_a x86e_win64 Sets the element warp angle criterion (Quad elements ngle only), measured in degrees, for the mesh smoothing process. sim_solver_memory_ i486_nt Specifies the amount of memory in megabytes allocation reserved for solving equations and for storing element data created by the iterative solver. The default value is 128. sim_solver_memory_ x86e_win64 Specifies the amount of memory in megabytes allocation reserved for solving equations and for storing element data created by the iterative solver. The default value is 128. sim_spotweld_split_ i486_nt If set to YES (default), the elements that touch the end yes, no mesh of the spot weld are created in a circle the same diameter as the weld (AutoGEM only). sim_spotweld_split_ x86e_win64 If set to YES (default), the elements that touch the end yes, no mesh of the spot weld are created in a circle the same diameter as the weld (AutoGEM only).

Values 7 30

Default value

30

45

45

0.5 0.5 10

10

512

512

yes

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Mechanica

Description Values Sets the default for the interfaces created between the bonded, free, contact geometry in a structural model for meshing and running analysis. sim_struct_interface_ x86e_win64 Sets the default for the interfaces created between the bonded, free, contact geometry in a structural model for meshing and default running analysis. sim_sturm_sequence i486_nt Run the Sturm sequence test for a modal analysis. By default, always, never default, the solver automatically decides when to perform the Sturm sequence test. sim_sturm_sequence x86e_win64 Run the Sturm sequence test for a modal analysis. By default, always, never default, the solver automatically decides when to perform the Sturm sequence test. sim_supercon_recov i486_nt ery sim_supercon_recov x86e_win64 ery sim_therm_interface_ i486_nt default Sets on or off the superconvergent stress recovery algorithm. Sets on or off the superconvergent stress recovery algorithm. Sets the default for the interfaces created between the geometry in a thermal model for meshing and running analysis. sim_therm_interface_ x86e_win64 Sets the default for the interfaces created between the default geometry in a thermal model for meshing and running analysis. sim_use_layers i486_nt Allows layers to become groups for Creo Simulate Independent mode. sim_use_layers x86e_win64 Allows layers to become groups for Creo Simulate Independent mode. simulation_fem_mod i486_nt Yes - Activates FEM mode of Creo Simulate. No e (default) - Activates Native mode of Creo Simulate. simulation_fem_mod x86e_win64 Yes - Activates FEM mode of Creo Simulate. No e (default) - Activates Native mode of Creo Simulate. simulation_mode i486_nt Sets Creo Simulate mode - Structure (default) or Thermal. This option is used only if the information about Creo Simulate mode is not yet stored with the model. yes, no yes, no bonded, adiabatic, resistance

Name Platform sim_struct_interface_ i486_nt default

Default value

default

Mechanica

default

Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica

yes yes

Mechanica

bonded, adiabatic, resistance

Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica

no, yes no, yes yes, no

no no no

Mechanica

yes, no

no

Mechanica

structure, thermal

structure

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Name simulation_mode

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simulation_process_ auto_advance simulation_process_ auto_advance simulation_process_ prompt simulation_process_ prompt simulation_process_t emplate_dir simulation_process_t emplate_dir std_nastran_template std_nastran_template mdo_cl_executable mdo_cl_executable mdo_integration_met hod mdo_integration_met hod mdo_spring_wire_rad ius mdo_spring_wire_rad ius mdx_belt_icon_width

Mechanica

Mechanica

Mechanica

Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica Mechanica Mechanism Mechanism Mechanism Mechanism Mechanism Mechanism Mechanism Mechanism

Platform Description x86e_win64 Sets Creo Simulate mode - Structure (default) or Thermal. This option is used only if the information about Creo Simulate mode is not yet stored with the model. i486_nt If set to yes the Process Guide will advance to the next set automatically upon completion of the current step. x86e_win64 If set to yes the Process Guide will advance to the next set automatically upon completion of the current step. i486_nt If set to yes, the Process Guide will be launched automatically upon entry into Creo Simulate, if template files are present. x86e_win64 If set to yes, the Process Guide will be launched automatically upon entry into Creo Simulate, if template files are present. i486_nt Specifies the default location of the Process Guide template files. x86e_win64 Specifies the default location of the Process Guide template files. i486_nt Sets the file path of a NASTRAN deck template. Use full path to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Sets the file path of a NASTRAN deck template. Use full path to avoid problems. i486_nt Path for Custom Load executable. x86e_win64 Path for Custom Load executable. i486_nt Select integration method for dynamic analyses. x86e_win64 Select integration method for dynamic analyses. i486_nt Spring wire radius for dynamics spring icons.

Values structure, thermal

Default value structure

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

auto, explicit, implicit auto, explicit, implicit

auto auto 0.15 0.15 5 5

x86e_win64 Spring wire radius for dynamics spring icons. i486_nt Width of belt transmission icons.

mdx_belt_icon_width x86e_win64 Width of belt transmission icons.

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Category Mechanism Mechanism Mechanism Mechanism Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Miscellaneous

Name motion_envlp_alert motion_envlp_alert move_mechanism_in _nongeom_reps move_mechanism_in _nongeom_reps allow_ply_cross_secti on allow_ply_cross_secti on conf_mouse_anim conf_mouse_anim mapkeys_execution

Platform i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Description Displays the Motion Envelope alert the first time the quality level is increased. Displays the Motion Envelope alert the first time the quality level is increased. Allow mechanism operations in non geometrical representations. Allow mechanism operations in non geometrical representations. Yes - Enables Pro/COMPOSITE to create a crosssection of composite plys. Yes - Enables Pro/COMPOSITE to create a crosssection of composite plys. Display the presenter's mouse motions when observing a shared Creo Parametric session. Display the presenter's mouse motions when observing a shared Creo Parametric session. Mapkeys execution behavior. No Feedback - The mapkey is executed with no feedback, Execute with Feedback - A warning message is given upon failure during execution, Stop at failure - The execution stops at failure and a feedback message is provided.

Values yes, no yes, no no, yes, exclude_to_move no, yes, exclude_to_move yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes no_feedback, execute_with_feedback, stop_at_failure yes yes yes yes yes yes no no

Default value

no_feedback

Miscellaneous

mapkeys_execution

x86e_win64 Mapkeys execution behavior. No Feedback - The no_feedback, mapkey is executed with no feedback, Execute with execute_with_feedback, Feedback - A warning message is given upon failure stop_at_failure during execution, Stop at failure - The execution stops at failure and a feedback message is provided. No - Disable trail output from Text layout in Relation yes, no Parameter UI if it hasn't been changed. No - Disable trail output from Text layout in Relation yes, no Parameter UI if it hasn't been changed. Will control how mapkeys will be executed in relation increment, full_output tool / dialog.Incremental will add/remove text incrementally to the current set.Full_output will record the original set state and replace the current one with it. Note: this config is dependent on relation_text_trail_output.

no_feedback

Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Miscellaneous

relation_text_trail_out i486_nt put relation_text_trail_out x86e_win64 put relation_tool_mapkey i486_nt _behavior

yes yes increment

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Miscellaneous Miscellaneous Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

Model Display

Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

Name Platform Description relation_tool_mapkey x86e_win64 Will control how mapkeys will be executed in relation _behavior tool / dialog.Incremental will add/remove text incrementally to the current set.Full_output will record the original set state and replace the current one with it. Note: this config is dependent on relation_text_trail_output. Allows the printing of the transformation matrix of a show_cav_fit_loc_sys i486_nt Pro/Verify Fit into a file. show_cav_fit_loc_sys x86e_win64 Allows the printing of the transformation matrix of a Pro/Verify Fit into a file. allow_solid_perspecti i486_nt Yes - Allows a solid to be displayed with hidden lines ve_hlr while in perspective. allow_solid_perspecti x86e_win64 Yes - Allows a solid to be displayed with hidden lines ve_hlr while in perspective. animate_explode_sta i486_nt Animate the transition between explode states and tes mold opening steps. animate_explode_sta x86e_win64 Animate the transition between explode states and tes mold opening steps. blended_transparenc i486_nt Yes - Transparent colors will appear using alpha y blending (if supported) when the model is shaded. blended_transparenc x86e_win64 Yes - Transparent colors will appear using alpha y blending (if supported) when the model is shaded. capped_clip i486_nt Yes - Displays the model as a solid when shaded and clipped. No - Displays the model as surfaces when shaded and clipped. capped_clip x86e_win64 Yes - Displays the model as a solid when shaded and clipped. No - Displays the model as surfaces when shaded and clipped. clip_always i486_nt Yes - Display clipping after Visibilities dialog box is closed. clip_always x86e_win64 Yes - Display clipping after Visibilities dialog box is closed. datum_point_symbol i486_nt Specifies the shape of datum point symbols displayed in Part or Assembly mode. datum_point_symbol x86e_win64 Specifies the shape of datum point symbols displayed in Part or Assembly mode. default_ramp_size i486_nt Specifies a number of shades of gray to show shading of non-colored objects.

Values increment, full_output

Default value increment

yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes no, yes

no no yes yes yes yes yes yes yes

no, yes

yes

no, yes no, yes dot dot

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Category Model Display Model Display

Name default_ramp_size depthcue_always

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specifies a number of shades of gray to show shading of non-colored objects. i486_nt Depth cue aids in visualizing a wireframe model. With no, yes depth cue enabled, wireframe lines become darker as they extend into the screen and lighter as they extend towards the screen. Depth cue is supported only by the appropriate graphics hardware. x86e_win64 Depth cue aids in visualizing a wireframe model. With no, yes depth cue enabled, wireframe lines become darker as they extend into the screen and lighter as they extend towards the screen. Depth cue is supported only by the appropriate graphics hardware. i486_nt Aids in visualizing a wireframe model. With depth cue enabled, this option specifies the default percentage of depthcue used. Depth cue is supported only by the appropriate graphics hardware.

Values

Default value

yes

Model Display

depthcue_always

yes

Model Display

depthcue_value

Model Display

depthcue_value

x86e_win64 Aids in visualizing a wireframe model. With depth cue enabled, this option specifies the default percentage of depthcue used. Depth cue is supported only by the appropriate graphics hardware. i486_nt Wireframe - All solid edges in white. Hiddenvis Hidden lines in grey. Hiddeninvis - Hidden lines removed. Shade - Display shaded surfaces. Settings are reflected in printing and some export modes. wireframe, hiddenvis, hiddeninvis, shade, shadewithreflect, shadewithedges wireframe, hiddenvis, hiddeninvis, shade, shadewithreflect, shadewithedges yes, no yes, no yes, no shadewithedges

Model Display

display

Model Display

display

x86e_win64 Wireframe - All solid edges in white. Hiddenvis Hidden lines in grey. Hiddeninvis - Hidden lines removed. Shade - Display shaded surfaces. Settings are reflected in printing and some export modes. i486_nt Displays or hides datum axes. x86e_win64 Displays or hides datum axes. i486_nt Displays or hides datum axis name tags.

shadewithedges

Model Display Model Display Model Display

display_axes display_axes display_axis_tags

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Category Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

Name display_axis_tags display_coord_sys

Model Display

Model Display

Model Display

Model Display

Platform Description x86e_win64 Displays or hides datum axis name tags. Yes - Coordinate systems will be displayed. No i486_nt Coordinate systems will not be displayed. display_coord_sys x86e_win64 Yes - Coordinate systems will be displayed. No Coordinate systems will not be displayed. display_coord_sys_ta i486_nt Yes - Coordinate system name tags will be displayed. gs No - Coordinate system name tags will not be displayed. display_coord_sys_ta x86e_win64 Yes - Coordinate system name tags will be displayed. gs No - Coordinate system name tags will not be displayed. display_florin i486_nt Yes: display of the florin (international currency symbol) where possible. No: use the euro symbol exclusively. display_florin x86e_win64 Yes: display of the florin (international currency symbol) where possible. No: use the euro symbol exclusively. display_plane_tags i486_nt Yes - Datum plane name tags will be displayed. No Datum plane name tags will not be displayed. display_plane_tags x86e_win64 Yes - Datum plane name tags will be displayed. No Datum plane name tags will not be displayed. Yes - Datum planes will be displayed. No - Datum planes will not be displayed. x86e_win64 Yes - Datum planes will be displayed. No - Datum planes will not be displayed. i486_nt Yes - Datum point tags will be displayed. No - Datum point tags will not be displayed. x86e_win64 Yes - Datum point tags will be displayed. No - Datum point tags will not be displayed. i486_nt Yes - Datum points and their names will be displayed. No - Datum points and their names will not be displayed. x86e_win64 Yes - Datum points and their names will be displayed. No - Datum points and their names will not be displayed. i486_nt

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no yes yes yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

no, yes

no

no, yes

no

yes, no

no

Model Display

yes, no

no

Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

display_planes display_planes display_point_tags display_point_tags display_points

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes no no yes

Model Display

display_points

yes, no

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Category Model Display Model Display Model Display

Model Display

Model Display

Description Sets the display of silhouette edges for wireframe display only. Sets the display of silhouette edges for wireframe display only. Controls the display of dimension z-extension lines. Yes - z-extension lines will be displayed; No - zextension lines will not be displayed. display_z_extension_ x86e_win64 Controls the display of dimension z-extension lines. lines Yes - z-extension lines will be displayed; No - zextension lines will not be displayed. edge_display_quality i486_nt Controls display quality of an edge for wireframe and hidden-line removal. Normal - Normal quality of edge display. High - Increases tessellation by 2. Very_high Increases tessellation by 3. Low - Decreases tessellation from normal, speeds up display.

Name Platform display_silhouette_ed i486_nt ges display_silhouette_ed x86e_win64 ges display_z_extension_ i486_nt lines

Values no, yes no, yes yes, no yes yes yes

Default value

yes, no

yes

normal, high, very_high, low

normal

Model Display

edge_display_quality x86e_win64 Controls display quality of an edge for wireframe and normal, high, very_high, low hidden-line removal. Normal - Normal quality of edge display. High - Increases tessellation by 2. Very_high Increases tessellation by 3. Low - Decreases tessellation from normal, speeds up display. enable_hlr_hashing enable_hlr_hashing enable_transparent_t ext_bg enable_transparent_t ext_bg explode_animation_ max_time explode_animation_ max_time fast_highlight i486_nt Enables hlr hashing x86e_win64 Enables hlr hashing i486_nt Yes - Clear background before displaying text. No Do not clear text background. x86e_win64 Yes - Clear background before displaying text. No Do not clear text background. i486_nt Sets the maximum amount of time for an animation between explode states. x86e_win64 Sets the maximum amount of time for an animation between explode states. i486_nt Yes - Use simplified highlighting which redisplays more quickly at the expense of certain details.This option may increase memory usage slightly. no, yes no, yes no, yes no, yes

normal

Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

no no yes yes 1 1

no, yes

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Category Model Display

Name fast_highlight

Platform Description x86e_win64 Yes - Use simplified highlighting which redisplays more quickly at the expense of certain details.This option may increase memory usage slightly. i486_nt

Values no, yes yes

Default value

Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

Specifies whether fast hidden line removal is on/off by default. fasthlr x86e_win64 Specifies whether fast hidden line removal is on/off by default. frames_per_sec i486_nt Determines whether view is animated. frames_per_sec x86e_win64 Determines whether view is animated. frames_per_sec_valu i486_nt Used to set the smoothness of view animation e changes. Higher numbers provide more frames/sec, and giving you a smoother animation. Lower numbers cause the view to change more quickly. frames_per_sec_valu x86e_win64 Used to set the smoothness of view animation e changes. Higher numbers provide more frames/sec, and giving you a smoother animation. Lower numbers cause the view to change more quickly. lods_enabled Determines whether or not the system uses Level of Detail in shaded models during dynamic orientation (panning, zooming and spinning). x86e_win64 Determines whether or not the system uses Level of Detail in shaded models during dynamic orientation (panning, zooming and spinning). i486_nt When lods_enabled is Yes, this value specifies the default value used to display LODs. The value is a percentage of the edge size vs the total size of the model. x86e_win64 When lods_enabled is Yes, this value specifies the default value used to display LODs. The value is a percentage of the edge size vs the total size of the model. i486_nt

fasthlr

no, yes no, yes no, yes no, yes

no no no no 3

Model Display

Model Display

no, yes

no

Model Display

lods_enabled

no, yes

no

Model Display

lods_value

50

Model Display

lods_value

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Category Model Display

Name Platform max_animation_time i486_nt

Model Display

Model Display

Description Values When the orientation, or zoom state, of the Creo Parametric window changes, an animation sequence of a predefined duration takes place. This option controls the maximum time the system spends animating. max_animation_time x86e_win64 When the orientation, or zoom state, of the Creo Parametric window changes, an animation sequence of a predefined duration takes place. This option controls the maximum time the system spends animating. max_image_dimensi i486_nt Set the upper bound dimension on images loaded into 4096, 1024, 2048, 8192, on Creo Parametric. Images larger than this limit will be 16384 rescaled to this upper bound during loading. max_image_dimensi x86e_win64 Set the upper bound dimension on images loaded into 4096, 1024, 2048, 8192, on Creo Parametric. Images larger than this limit will be 16384 rescaled to this upper bound during loading.

Default value 1

4096

Model Display

4096

Model Display Model Display Model Display

Model Display

Model Display Model Display Model Display

mesh_spline_surf i486_nt Turns the blue mesh surface lines on or off. mesh_spline_surf x86e_win64 Turns the blue mesh surface lines on or off. min_animation_steps i486_nt When the orientation, or zoom state, of the Creo Parametric window changes, an animation sequence of predefined duration takes place. This option controls the minimum number of frames used in the animation sequence. min_animation_steps x86e_win64 When the orientation, or zoom state, of the Creo Parametric window changes, an animation sequence of predefined duration takes place. This option controls the minimum number of frames used in the animation sequence. model_detail_options i486_nt Sets the path to the file which contains the default _file model detail option values for new models. model_detail_options x86e_win64 Sets the path to the file which contains the default _file model detail option values for new models. orientation i486_nt Establishes the initial standard view orientation. User_default - System uses X-axis and Y-axis values defined by options x_axis and y_axis.

no, yes no, yes

no no 6

isometric, trimetric, user_default

<creo_loadpoint\text\3d_inc h.dtl <creo_loadpoint\text\3d_inc h.dtl trimetric

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Category Model Display

Model Display Model Display Model Display

Model Display

Model Display

Model Display

Model Display

Platform Description x86e_win64 Establishes the initial standard view orientation. User_default - System uses X-axis and Y-axis values defined by options x_axis and y_axis. real_time_rendering_ i486_nt Disable realtime rendering. display real_time_rendering_ x86e_win64 Disable realtime rendering. display save_triangles_flag i486_nt Spinning shaded images with software graphics only.Note: This option has no effect if your system uses hardware graphics. save_triangles_flag x86e_win64 Spinning shaded images with software graphics only.Note: This option has no effect if your system uses hardware graphics. Yes - Shades assembly components while they are shade_moving_comp i486_nt being moved. No - Displays components in wireframe while they are being moved. shade_moving_comp x86e_win64 Yes - Shades assembly components while they are being moved. No - Displays components in wireframe while they are being moved. shade_quality i486_nt Model shade quality is used to decide how much to subdivide surfaces forshading purposes. Higher shade quality is slower but produces better pictures.

Name orientation

Values isometric, trimetric, user_default disable, transparent_floor, room_display disable, transparent_floor, room_display no, yes

Default value trimetric

disable disable no

no, yes

no

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

3, 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 3 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50

Model Display

shade_quality

x86e_win64 Model shade quality is used to decide how much to 3, 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 3 subdivide surfaces forshading purposes. Higher shade 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, quality is slower but produces better pictures. 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50 i486_nt Controls the shading of surface features. yes, no x86e_win64 Controls the shading of surface features. yes, no i486_nt Enables shading of objects in all windows. This option all_windows, one_window does not also enable color shading. yes yes all_windows

Model Display Model Display Model Display

shade_surface_feat shade_surface_feat shade_windows

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Category Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

Name shade_windows shade_with shade_with show_axes_for_extr_ arcs show_axes_for_extr_ arcs skip_small_surfaces

Model Display

skip_small_surfaces

Model Display Model Display Model Display

smooth_lines smooth_lines spherical_map_size

Model Display

spherical_map_size

Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

spin_rate_zoom_sen sitive spin_rate_zoom_sen x86e_win64 Allows slower spinning when zoomed in on a model. sitive spin_with_notes i486_nt Yes - 3D feature and model notes are displayed during dynamic spinning of a model. spin_with_notes x86e_win64 Yes - 3D feature and model notes are displayed during dynamic spinning of a model. spin_with_part_entitie i486_nt Yes - Datum features will be displayed during dynamic s spinning of a model. spin_with_part_entitie x86e_win64 Yes - Datum features will be displayed during dynamic s spinning of a model.

Platform Description x86e_win64 Enables shading of objects in all windows. This option does not also enable color shading. i486_nt Controls the display of datum curves on shaded objects. x86e_win64 Controls the display of datum curves on shaded objects. i486_nt Determines if axes are created for newly extruded arcs. x86e_win64 Determines if axes are created for newly extruded arcs. i486_nt Gives the user the option not to display small shaded surfaces. Disabling this option will improve display quality at the expense of speed.It is most useful for creating screen snap shots. x86e_win64 Gives the user the option not to display small shaded surfaces. Disabling this option will improve display quality at the expense of speed.It is most useful for creating screen snap shots. i486_nt Choose whether to smooth lines by default or not. x86e_win64 Choose whether to smooth lines by default or not. i486_nt Size of Spherical map texture image used for environment mapping. Bigger size will have better image quality but will be slow to regenerate. x86e_win64 Size of Spherical map texture image used for environment mapping. Bigger size will have better image quality but will be slow to regenerate. i486_nt Allows slower spinning when zoomed in on a model.

Values all_windows, one_window curves, no curves, no yes, no yes, no no, yes

Default value all_windows curves curves no no yes

no, yes

yes

no, yes no, yes 256x256, 512x512, 1024x1024 256x256, 512x512, 1024x1024 yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no 256x256

256x256

no no yes yes no no

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Category Model Display Model Display Model Display

Name Platform spin_with_silhouettes i486_nt spin_with_silhouettes x86e_win64 tan_angle_for_disp i486_nt

Model Display

tan_angle_for_disp

x86e_win64

Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display Model Display

tangent_edge_displa i486_nt y tangent_edge_displa x86e_win64 y texture i486_nt texture x86e_win64

texture_search_path i486_nt

Description Yes - Silhouette lines will be displayed during dynamic spinning of a model. Yes - Silhouette lines will be displayed during dynamic spinning of a model. For display purposes only. Sets the angle between two quilt surfaces below which the edge will be displayed as tangent. Enter an angle between 1.5 and 15 degrees. For display purposes only. Sets the angle between two quilt surfaces below which the edge will be displayed as tangent. Enter an angle between 1.5 and 15 degrees. Determines how edges between tangent surfaces are displayed. Determines how edges between tangent surfaces are displayed. Yes - Applied textures will be displayed when the model is shaded. Yes - Applied textures will be displayed when the model is shaded. Appends a directory to the search path for textures.

Values no, yes no, yes no no

Default value

0.02618

0.02618

no, solid, centerline, phantom, solid dimmed no, solid, centerline, phantom, solid dimmed no, yes yes no, yes yes

texture_search_path x86e_win64 Appends a directory to the search path for textures. Yes - Transparent colors will appear as such when the model is shaded. transparency x86e_win64 Yes - Transparent colors will appear as such when the model is shaded. use_pre_wildfire_text i486_nt Yes - Use the old stroke-based PTC font as the _font default font. No - Use a True Type font as the default font. use_pre_wildfire_text x86e_win64 Yes - Use the old stroke-based PTC font as the _font default font. No - Use a True Type font as the default font. x_angle i486_nt Sets the default view orientation for models (appears in the Orientation dialog box). The default orientation is the last option, x_angle, y_angle, or orientation, in the configuration file. transparency i486_nt no, yes no, yes yes, no yes yes no

Model Display

yes, no

no

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Category Model Display

Name x_angle

Model Display

Model Display

Photorender

Platform Description x86e_win64 Sets the default view orientation for models (appears in the Orientation dialog box). The default orientation is the last option, x_angle, y_angle, or orientation, in the configuration file. y_angle i486_nt Sets the default view orientation for models (appears in the Orientation dialog box). The default orientation is the last option, x_angle, y_angle, or orientation, in the configuration file. y_angle x86e_win64 Sets the default view orientation for models (appears in the Orientation dialog box). The default orientation is the last option, x_angle, y_angle, or orientation, in the configuration file. default_scene_filena i486_nt Complete path to the scene file to be used as default me scene file. default_scene_filena x86e_win64 Complete path to the scene file to be used as default me scene file. photorender_capabilit y_warnings photorender_capabilit y_warnings photorender_default_ height photorender_default_ height photorender_default_ width photorender_default_ width photorender_memory _usage i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt Allows the user to disable warnings about PhotoLux only capabilities. Allows the user to disable warnings about PhotoLux only capabilities. Sets the default height (in pixels) for the custom size rendered output Sets the default height (in pixels) for the custom size rendered output Sets the default width (in pixels) for the custom size rendered output Sets the default width (in pixels) for the custom size rendered output Sets the memory limit that Pro/PHOTORENDER allows for model processing. Do not use commas in the memory value, as Creo Parametric interprets these as decimals. Sets the memory limit that Pro/PHOTORENDER allows for model processing. Do not use commas in the memory value, as Creo Parametric interprets these as decimals. yes, no yes, no

Values 0

Default value

Photorender

Photorender Photorender Photorender Photorender Photorender Photorender Photorender

<creo_loadpoint\graphiclibrary\scenes\/creo_default _scene.scn <creo_loadpoint\graphiclibrary\scenes\/creo_default _scene.scn yes yes 450 450 600 600 256

Photorender

photorender_memory x86e_win64 _usage

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Category Photorender

Photorender

Photorender Photorender Photorender

Description Allows user defined size ratio at which Pro/PHOTORENDER will render, using the default Render To: Full Window Preview setting. Increasing the value creates higher quality rendering with slower performance. Reducing the value produces reverse results. photorender_preview x86e_win64 Allows user defined size ratio at which Pro/PHOTORENDER will render, using the default _scale Render To: Full Window Preview setting. Increasing the value creates higher quality rendering with slower performance. Reducing the value produces reverse results. pro_texture_library i486_nt Allows the user to specify a different graphics library. pro_texture_library room_rotation_lock x86e_win64 Allows the user to specify a different graphics library. i486_nt Default room rotation setting at session start.studio Lock room rotation to studio.model - Lock room rotation to model. Default room rotation setting at session start.studio Lock room rotation to studio.model - Lock room rotation to model. Yes - Automatically update the model with current scene information when saving the model; No - Scene information embedded in model must be updated manually. Yes - Automatically update the model with current scene information when saving the model; No - Scene information embedded in model must be updated manually. Yes - Embed applied texture and tracesketch bitmap files into the model file. Yes - Embed applied texture and tracesketch bitmap files into the model file. Gamma correction to apply to images created by renderer. Default value is 1.0. Gamma correction to apply to images created by renderer. Default value is 1.0.

Name Platform photorender_preview i486_nt _scale

Values 0.5

Default value

0.5

studio, model

studio

Photorender

room_rotation_lock

x86e_win64

studio, model

studio

Photorender

save_scene_with_file i486_nt

yes, no

no

Photorender

save_scene_with_file x86e_win64

yes, no

no

Photorender Photorender Photorender Photorender

save_texture_with_m i486_nt odel save_texture_with_m x86e_win64 odel window_gamma i486_nt window_gamma x86e_win64

yes, no yes, no

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Category Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping

Name Platform aec_dwg_anno_attrp i486_nt ar_spec_file aec_dwg_anno_attrp x86e_win64 ar_spec_file aec_object_type_file i486_nt

Description Specifies the aec drawing annotation attribute/parameter specification file name. Specifies the aec drawing annotation attribute/parameter specification file name. Specifies the aec object type file name.

Values

Default value aec_dwg_anno_attrparam_ spec.ptd aec_dwg_anno_attrparam_ spec.ptd aec_object_type.ptd aec_object_type.ptd yes

aec_object_type_file x86e_win64 Specifies the aec object type file name. Yes - Display insulation in thick mode. No - Display yes, no insulation in centerline mode. This option can be overridden by the Thick insulation option in the Model Display dialog box. display_thick_insulati x86e_win64 Yes - Display insulation in thick mode. No - Display yes, no on insulation in centerline mode. This option can be overridden by the Thick insulation option in the Model Display dialog box. display_thick_pipes i486_nt Yes - Display pipes in thick mode. No - Display pipes yes, no in centerline mode. This option can be overridden by the Thick pipes option in the Model Display dialog box. display_thick_pipes x86e_win64 Yes - Display pipes in thick mode. No - Display pipes yes, no in centerline mode. This option can be overridden by the Thick pipes option in the Model Display dialog box. Specifies the mapping between isogen parameter and attribute name. display_thick_insulati i486_nt on

Piping

yes

Piping

no

Piping

no

Piping

isogen_attribute_map i486_nt _file

Piping

isogen_attribute_map x86e_win64 Specifies the mapping between isogen parameter and _file attribute name. isogen_endtype_map i486_nt _file Specify name of file mapping Pro/Piping endtypes with ISOGEN endtypes

Piping

Piping

isogen_endtype_map x86e_win64 Specify name of file mapping Pro/Piping endtypes with _file ISOGEN endtypes isogen_mandatory_at i486_nt tr_file Specify file containing mandatory attribute filenames used by ISOGEN.

Piping

<creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\isodata\isogen_attribut e_map.ptd <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\isodata\isogen_attribut e_map.ptd <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\isodata\isogen_endtyp e_map.ptd <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\isodata\isogen_endtyp e_map.ptd isogen.fls

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Category Piping Piping

Name Platform Description isogen_mandatory_at x86e_win64 Specify file containing mandatory attribute filenames tr_file used by ISOGEN. isogen_nominal_size i486_nt Specify name of file mapping Pro/Piping Size with Nominal Sizes in MM and Inches _map_file isogen_nominal_size x86e_win64 Specify name of file mapping Pro/Piping Size with _map_file Nominal Sizes in MM and Inches isogen_output_files_ dir isogen_output_files_ dir isogen_pcf_filename _format isogen_pcf_filename _format isogen_symbol_map _file i486_nt Specify directory to save the PCFs created by ISOGEN interface x86e_win64 Specify directory to save the PCFs created by ISOGEN interface i486_nt Specify format to create filenames of PCF files being created x86e_win64 Specify format to create filenames of PCF files being created i486_nt Specify name of file for mapping Pro/Piping selection names with ISOGEN symbol keys (SKEY)s

Values

Default value isogen.fls <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\isodata\isogen_nomina l_size_map.ptd <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\isodata\isogen_nomina l_size_map.ptd

Piping

Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping

Piping

isogen_symbol_map x86e_win64 Specify name of file for mapping Pro/Piping selection _file names with ISOGEN symbol keys (SKEY)s Define which assembly units will be used for the piping bend locations calculations. Yes - to use coordinate system assembly units. No - to use pipeline assembly units. pipe_bend_locations x86e_win64 Define which assembly units will be used for the piping bend locations calculations. Yes - to use coordinate _csys_units system assembly units. No - to use pipeline assembly units. pipe_pre_22_bendinf i486_nt Convert bend report information generated prior to o_conv Pro/ENGINEER 2000i-2 to current saved analysis format. pipe_pre_22_bendinf x86e_win64 Convert bend report information generated prior to o_conv Pro/ENGINEER 2000i-2 to current saved analysis format. pipe_solid_centerline i486_nt Yes - Display Pro/PIPING centerlines. No - Do not display Pro/PIPING centerlines. pipe_bend_locations i486_nt _csys_units yes, no

Piping

mnemonic,-,specification,,number mnemonic,-,specification,,number <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\isodata\isogen_symbol _map.ptd <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\isodata\isogen_symbol _map.ptd no

Piping

yes, no

no

Piping

yes, no

yes

Piping

yes, no

yes

Piping

yes, no

yes

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Category Piping Piping

Name Platform Description pipe_solid_centerline x86e_win64 Yes - Display Pro/PIPING centerlines. No - Do not display Pro/PIPING centerlines. pipe_solid_label_for i486_nt Specify the pipe solid label format that will be used to automatically generate pipeline labels. mat pipe_solid_label_for mat x86e_win64 Specify the pipe solid label format that will be used to automatically generate pipeline labels.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

Piping

Piping

pipe_update_pre_20 i486_nt _int_pts

Piping

Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping

Yes - Pipelines created prior to Release 20.0 are updated with intersection point entities. The entities are created in session by Info>Regen Info or when you retrieve the model. pipe_update_pre_20 x86e_win64 Yes - Pipelines created prior to Release 20.0 are _int_pts updated with intersection point entities. The entities are created in session by Info>Regen Info or when you retrieve the model. pipeline_assembly_li i486_nt Sets the default pipeline assembly library directory. brary_dir pipeline_assembly_li x86e_win64 Sets the default pipeline assembly library directory. brary_dir pipeline_assembly_n i486_nt Sets the default pipeline assembly name format. ame_format pipeline_assembly_n x86e_win64 Sets the default pipeline assembly name format. ame_format pipeline_label_format i486_nt Specify the pipeline label format that will be used to automatically generate pipeline labels. pipeline_label_format x86e_win64 Specify the pipeline label format that will be used to automatically generate pipeline labels. pipeline_solid_start_p i486_nt art_name pipeline_solid_start_p x86e_win64 art_name pipeline_spool_label_ i486_nt format Sets the default pipeline solid start part name. Sets the default pipeline solid start part name. Specify the pipeline spool label format that will be used to generate the spool labels during pipeline spool generation.

yes, no

size,-,specification,,mnemonic,-,number,,insulation size,-,specification,,mnemonic,-,number,,insulation no

yes, no

no

<creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\pipelinelib\ <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\pipelinelib\ mnemonic,-,number mnemonic,-,number size,-,specification,,mnemonic,-,number,,insulation size,-,specification,,mnemonic,-,number,,insulation pipeline_solid_start.prt pipeline_solid_start.prt mnemonic-numberprefix&#91;0]spoolnum&#9 1;01]suffix&#91;]

Piping

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Piping Piping Piping

Name Platform Description pipeline_spool_label_ x86e_win64 Specify the pipeline spool label format that will be used to generate the spool labels during pipeline spool format generation. pipeline_start_assem i486_nt Sets the default pipeline start assembly name. bly_name pipeline_start_assem x86e_win64 Sets the default pipeline start assembly name. bly_name piping_appearance_ i486_nt Sets the default piping appearance map filename. map_file piping_appearance_ map_file x86e_win64 Sets the default piping appearance map filename.

Values

Default value mnemonic-numberprefix&#91;0]spoolnum&#9 1;01]suffix&#91;] pipeline_start.asm pipeline_start.asm <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping _appearance.map <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping _appearance.map <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping _bolt_nut_select.ptd <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping _bolt_nut_select.ptd non_spec_driven non_spec_driven yes yes <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping _end_compatibility.ptd <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping _end_compatibility.ptd

Piping

Piping

piping_bolt_nut_selec i486_nt t_file

Piping bolts and nuts selection file.

Piping

piping_bolt_nut_selec x86e_win64 Piping bolts and nuts selection file. t_file piping_design_metho d piping_design_metho d piping_enable_desig nate_report piping_enable_desig nate_report piping_end_compatib ility_file i486_nt Sets the current Piping design method for pipeline modeling. x86e_win64 Sets the current Piping design method for pipeline modeling. i486_nt Enable designatable reports for spec-driven piping. x86e_win64 Enable designatable reports for spec-driven piping. i486_nt Sets the default piping end compatibility filename. non_spec_driven, spec_driven, user_driven non_spec_driven, spec_driven, user_driven yes, no yes, no

Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping

Piping

piping_end_compatib x86e_win64 Sets the default piping end compatibility filename. ility_file

Piping

piping_extend_dim_s i486_nt cheme

Specify a dimension scheme for piping extend segment.

cartesian, cylindrical, spherical cartesian

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Piping Piping Piping

Name Platform Description Values piping_extend_dim_s x86e_win64 Specify a dimension scheme for piping extend cartesian, cylindrical, spherical cheme segment. piping_extend_show_ i486_nt Control whether small preview CSYS is shown at end yes, no of pipe when defining extend features in cartesian / csys spherical / cylindrical schemes. piping_extend_show_ x86e_win64 Control whether small preview CSYS is shown at end yes, no csys of pipe when defining extend features in cartesian / spherical / cylindrical schemes. piping_fitt_angle_tole i486_nt Sets the default piping fitting angle tolerance value. rance piping_fitt_angle_tole x86e_win64 Sets the default piping fitting angle tolerance value. rance piping_fitt_category_ i486_nt Sets the default piping fitting category map filename. map_file

Default value cartesian no

no

1.5 1.5 <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\sample_project\piping_ fitt_category_map.ptd <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\sample_project\piping_ fitt_category_map.ptd <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\fittinglib\ <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\fittinglib\ no no <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\sample_project\piping_ insulation_dir.ptd <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\sample_project\piping_ insulation_dir.ptd 1 1

Piping

piping_fitt_category_ x86e_win64 Sets the default piping fitting category map filename. map_file

Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping

piping_fitt_library_dir i486_nt

Sets the default piping fitting library directory.

piping_fitt_library_dir x86e_win64 Sets the default piping fitting library directory. piping_fluid_paramet i486_nt er piping_fluid_paramet x86e_win64 er piping_insulation_dir_ i486_nt file Enables/disables the Parameters tab in Create Pipeline Dialog Enables/disables the Parameters tab in Create Pipeline Dialog Sets the default piping insulation directory filename. no, yes no, yes

Piping

piping_insulation_dir_ x86e_win64 Sets the default piping insulation directory filename. file piping_joint_fitting_cl i486_nt Sets the piping joint minimum fitting clearance value. earance piping_joint_fitting_cl x86e_win64 Sets the piping joint minimum fitting clearance value. earance

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Name Platform piping_joint_fitting_off i486_nt set piping_joint_fitting_off x86e_win64 set piping_manufacture_ i486_nt dir_file

Description Sets the piping joint minimum fitting offset value. Sets the piping joint minimum fitting offset value. Sets the default piping manufacture directory filename.

Values 1 1

Default value

Piping

piping_manufacture_ x86e_win64 Sets the default piping manufacture directory dir_file filename. piping_material_file i486_nt Sets the default piping material filename.

Piping

Piping

piping_material_file

x86e_win64 Sets the default piping material filename.

Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping

piping_material_sour i486_nt ce piping_material_sour x86e_win64 ce piping_mcat_dir i486_nt piping_mcat_dir piping_mcat_dir_file

Sets the source for material information. Note Material_dir requires pro_material_dir to be set. Sets the source for material information. Note Material_dir requires pro_material_dir to be set. Sets the default piping master catalog directory.

weight_length, material_dir weight_length, material_dir

<creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping _manufacture_dir.ptd <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping _manufacture_dir.ptd <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping _material.ptd <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping _material.ptd weight_length weight_length <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\ <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\ <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping _mcat_dir.ptd <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping _mcat_dir.ptd 1 1 <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\sample_project\ <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\sample_project\

x86e_win64 Sets the default piping master catalog directory. i486_nt Sets the default piping master catalog directory filename.

Piping

piping_mcat_dir_file

x86e_win64 Sets the default piping master catalog directory filename. i486_nt Sets the default piping minimum bolting clearance value. x86e_win64 Sets the default piping minimum bolting clearance value. i486_nt Sets the default Project data directory. x86e_win64 Sets the default Project data directory.

Piping Piping Piping Piping

piping_min_bolting_cl earance piping_min_bolting_cl earance piping_project_data_ dir piping_project_data_ dir

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Name piping_schematic_dri ven piping_schematic_dri ven piping_schematic_xm l_dir piping_schematic_xm l_dir piping_spec_dir_file

Platform i486_nt

Description Set the Schematic Driven Pipeline Modeling ON/OFF

Values no, yes no, yes no no

Default value

x86e_win64 Set the Schematic Driven Pipeline Modeling ON/OFF Specify directory with full path containing schematic information XML file(s). x86e_win64 Specify directory with full path containing schematic information XML file(s). i486_nt Sets the default piping specification directory filename. i486_nt

Piping

piping_spec_dir_file

x86e_win64 Sets the default piping specification directory filename.

Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping Piping

piping_system_tree_f ormat piping_system_tree_f ormat piping_thumb_wheel _increment piping_thumb_wheel _increment piping_thumb_wheel _ratio_inc piping_thumb_wheel _ratio_inc piping_wildfire_conve rt piping_wildfire_conve rt pro_insulation_dir

i486_nt

Sets the default piping model tree format.

<work_dir>\config.pro_cronj obs\dump_i486_nt\ <work_dir>\config.pro_cronj obs\dump_x86e_win64\ <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\sample_project\piping_ spec_dir.ptd <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\sample_project\piping_ spec_dir.ptd mnemonic mnemonic 1 1 0.01 0.01 manual manual

x86e_win64 Sets the default piping model tree format. i486_nt Sets the default piping thumb wheel increment value.

x86e_win64 Sets the default piping thumb wheel increment value. Sets the default piping thumb wheel ratio increment value. x86e_win64 Sets the default piping thumb wheel ratio increment value. i486_nt Always ask before converting old piping assemblies to manual, never, automatic update the network structure. x86e_win64 Always ask before converting old piping assemblies to manual, never, automatic update the network structure. i486_nt Specifies the directory to search for insulation files used in Pro/PIPING. Use full path name to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Specifies the directory to search for insulation files used in Pro/PIPING. Use full path name to avoid problems. Specifies the directory to search for fittings used in i486_nt Pro/PIPING. i486_nt

Piping

pro_insulation_dir

Piping

pro_pip_fitt_dir

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Name pro_pip_fitt_dir

Piping

Piping

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specifies the directory to search for fittings used in Pro/PIPING. pro_pip_lnstk_dir i486_nt Specifies the directory to search for linestock files used in Pro/PIPING. Use full path name to avoid problems. pro_pip_lnstk_dir x86e_win64 Specifies the directory to search for linestock files used in Pro/PIPING. Use full path name to avoid problems. units_system_dic_file i486_nt Specifies the file containing the mapping for MCAT filename and units.

Values

Default value

<creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping _units_system_dic_file.ptd <creo_loadpoint\text\piping_ data\master_catalog\piping _units_system_dic_file.ptd

Piping

units_system_dic_file x86e_win64 Specifies the file containing the mapping for MCAT filename and units.

Printing & Plotting

acrobat_reader

i486_nt

Printing & Plotting

acrobat_reader

x86e_win64

Printing & Plotting

delete_after_plotting

i486_nt

Printing & Plotting

delete_after_plotting

x86e_win64

Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting

din_std_line_priority din_std_line_priority

i486_nt x86e_win64

gerber_360_interpola i486_nt tion gerber_360_interpola x86e_win64 tion

Sets the Adobe Acrobat Reader command path. This value will be used to launch the reader after exporting a PDF document. Sets the Adobe Acrobat Reader command path. This value will be used to launch the reader after exporting a PDF document. Yes - A plot file is automatically deleted from the directory in which it resides when it has been successfully plotted. Yes - A plot file is automatically deleted from the directory in which it resides when it has been successfully plotted. If set to YES line priority in plotting or export is determined according to DIN standard If set to YES line priority in plotting or export is determined according to DIN standard Yes - Arcs and circles included in outputted Gerber plot files will take this format. Yes - Arcs and circles included in outputted Gerber plot files will take this format.

yes, no

yes, no

yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes

no no no no

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Name pen_slew

Platform i486_nt

Description Sets the pen speed for both x and y directions for plotters that are compatible with this option. Consult your plotter's user guide for more information.

Values -1

Default value

Printing & Plotting

pen_slew

x86e_win64 Sets the pen speed for both x and y directions for plotters that are compatible with this option. Consult your plotter's user guide for more information. i486_nt Sets the pen speed for the x and y directions individually for plotters that are compatible with this option.The first value is the x value and the second, the y value. They should be separated by a space.

-1

Printing & Plotting

pen_slew_xy

-1

Printing & Plotting

pen_slew_xy

x86e_win64 Sets the pen speed for the x and y directions individually for plotters that are compatible with this option.The first value is the x value and the second, the y value. They should be separated by a space. Specifies a default pen mapping table which supersedes other pen mapping information. x86e_win64 Specifies a default pen mapping table which supersedes other pen mapping information. i486_nt Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). x86e_win64 Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an i486_nt electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). x86e_win64 Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an i486_nt electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). i486_nt

-1

Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting

pen_table_file pen_table_file pen1_line_weight

table.pnt table.pnt 4

Printing & Plotting

pen1_line_weight

Printing & Plotting

pen2_line_weight

Printing & Plotting

pen2_line_weight

Printing & Plotting

pen3_line_weight

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Printing & Plotting

Printing & Plotting

Printing & Plotting

Printing & Plotting

Printing & Plotting

Printing & Plotting

Printing & Plotting

Printing & Plotting

Printing & Plotting

Printing & Plotting

Platform Description x86e_win64 Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an pen4_line_weight i486_nt electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). pen4_line_weight x86e_win64 Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). pen5_line_weight i486_nt Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). pen5_line_weight x86e_win64 Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). pen6_line_weight i486_nt Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). pen6_line_weight x86e_win64 Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). pen7_line_weight i486_nt Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). pen7_line_weight x86e_win64 Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). pen8_line_weight i486_nt Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). pen8_line_weight x86e_win64 Sets the weight of entities plotted with pens using an electrostatic plotter. The weight is a range from 1 (thinnest) to 16 (thickest). plot_carberry_extend i486_nt When plotting to a carberry format (jpg, tiff, etc), s setting this option to YES will ignore the view border and produce output sized to the smallest rectangle that includes the drawing items.

Name pen3_line_weight

Values 2

Default value

yes, no

no

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Printing & Plotting

Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting

Printing & Plotting

Printing & Plotting

Name Platform Description plot_carberry_extend x86e_win64 When plotting to a carberry format (jpg, tiff, etc), s setting this option to YES will ignore the view border and produce output sized to the smallest rectangle that includes the drawing items. plot_file_dir i486_nt Specifies the directory where plot files should be written. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. For example /home/users/plotfiles. plot_file_dir x86e_win64 Specifies the directory where plot files should be written. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. For example /home/users/plotfiles. plot_linestyle_scale i486_nt Specifies the scaling factor for the DOTFONT line style in a plot. plot_linestyle_scale x86e_win64 Specifies the scaling factor for the DOTFONT line style in a plot. plot_names i486_nt Yes - Plot files are given descriptive extensions when created. No - All plot files are simply given the extension .plt. plot_names x86e_win64 Yes - Plot files are given descriptive extensions when created. No - All plot files are simply given the extension .plt. plot_proceed_dialog i486_nt Yes - Enables the Plot Proceed dialog which provides a choice for delaying the printing of plot files. This is useful for large plots when using lp print commands. The lp command may not access the plot file before it is removed resulting in no output. plot_proceed_dialog

Values yes, no no

Default value

1 1 yes, no

yes, no

yes, no

no

Printing & Plotting

x86e_win64 Yes - Enables the Plot Proceed dialog which provides yes, no a choice for delaying the printing of plot files. This is useful for large plots when using lp print commands. The lp command may not access the plot file before it is removed resulting in no output. Provides the ability to exclude empty window space when plotting the model to scale. Provides the ability to exclude empty window space when plotting the model to scale. Establishes the default plotter for making plot files. yes, no yes, no

no

Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting

plot_to_scale_full_wi i486_nt ndow plot_to_scale_full_wi x86e_win64 ndow plotter i486_nt

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Name plotter plotter_command

Platform Description x86e_win64 Establishes the default plotter for making plot files. i486_nt

Values

Default value

Printing & Plotting

plotter_command

Printing & Plotting

plotter_handshake

Sets the command that you use to start a plot on your windows_print_manager system; for Windows NT or Windows 95, windows_print_manager option configures Creo Parametric to plot to a recognized device in the Windows NT or Windows 95 print manager. x86e_win64 Sets the command that you use to start a plot on your windows_print_manager system; for Windows NT or Windows 95, windows_print_manager option configures Creo Parametric to plot to a recognized device in the Windows NT or Windows 95 print manager. i486_nt Specifies the type of plotter handshake initialization hardware, software sequence generated in the plotter files. x86e_win64 Specifies the type of plotter handshake initialization sequence generated in the plotter files. hardware, software

Printing & Plotting

plotter_handshake

Printing & Plotting

postscript_compressi i486_nt on

Printing & Plotting

Printing & Plotting

Printing & Plotting

Printing & Plotting

Specifies whether or not to compress exported yes, no shaded PostScript files. Yes - A shaded postscript file created with File>Export will be compressed. This will increase processing time. postscript_compressi x86e_win64 Specifies whether or not to compress exported yes, no on shaded PostScript files. Yes - A shaded postscript file created with File>Export will be compressed. This will increase processing time. pro_plot_config_dir i486_nt Sets the directory of your user-defined plotter configuration file. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_plot_config_dir x86e_win64 Sets the directory of your user-defined plotter configuration file. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. ps_output_with_page i486_nt Specifies whether or not to include pagesize yes, no size information when generating postscript files from Creo Parametric. No - Creo Parametric will omit Adobe level 2 pagesize information from the header of the postscript file.

no

no

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Printing & Plotting

Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting

Name Platform Description ps_output_with_page x86e_win64 Specifies whether or not to include pagesize size information when generating postscript files from Creo Parametric. No - Creo Parametric will omit Adobe level 2 pagesize information from the header of the postscript file. raster_plot_dpi i486_nt Determines the resolution for plotter outputs variables are in dots per inch. raster_plot_dpi x86e_win64 Determines the resolution for plotter outputs variables are in dots per inch. rotate_postscript_prin i486_nt Specifies rotation for printing. Yes - Rotates a t PostScript plot 90 degrees counterclockwise. Use when you are plotting a landscape drawing on a portrait-type laser printer, or a portrait drawing on a landscape-type laser printer. rotate_postscript_prin x86e_win64 Specifies rotation for printing. Yes - Rotates a t PostScript plot 90 degrees counterclockwise. Use when you are plotting a landscape drawing on a portrait-type laser printer, or a portrait drawing on a landscape-type laser printer. shaded_postscript_b i486_nt Specifies how background colors are handled in ackground Postscript files of shaded objects. shaded_postscript_b x86e_win64 Specifies how background colors are handled in ackground Postscript files of shaded objects. ttf_handling_for_plot_ i486_nt Defines how annotations using True Type Fonts are files written to the plot file. Using True Type Fonts reduces the plot file size, but font substitution may occur due to device settings. Annotations that do not use True Type Fonts are unaffected by this option.

Values yes, no yes

Default value

100, 200, 300, 400 100, 200, 300, 400 yes, no

100 100

yes, no

yes, no yes, no stroke all fonts, use true type fonts

no no use

Printing & Plotting

ttf_handling_for_plot_ x86e_win64 Defines how annotations using True Type Fonts are stroke all fonts, use true type files written to the plot file. Using True Type Fonts reduces fonts the plot file size, but font substitution may occur due to device settings. Annotations that do not use True Type Fonts are unaffected by this option. use_8_plotter_pens i486_nt Specifies whether to support up to 8 plotter pens. The no, yes initial default is 4 pens.

use

Printing & Plotting

no

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Name use_8_plotter_pens

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specifies whether to support up to 8 plotter pens. The no, yes initial default is 4 pens. use_software_linefon i486_nt Yes - The exact line style used in Creo Parametric is yes, no plotted, stroked out dot by dot, dash by dash, and ts space by space. No - plots lines using the line font it supports which most closely resembles the font used in Creo Parametric. use_software_linefon x86e_win64 Yes - The exact line style used in Creo Parametric is ts plotted, stroked out dot by dot, dash by dash, and space by space. No - plots lines using the line font it supports which most closely resembles the font used in Creo Parametric. yes, no

Values no no

Default value

Printing & Plotting

no

Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Printing & Plotting Sheetmetal

variable_plots_in_inc hes variable_plots_in_inc hes versatec_cutter_insta lled versatec_cutter_insta lled enable_flat_state

i486_nt

No - Variable plot sizes may be entered in millimeters. yes, no

yes yes

x86e_win64 No - Variable plot sizes may be entered in millimeters. yes, no Yes - Indicates that a cutter is installed on a Versatec no, yes plotter. x86e_win64 Yes - Indicates that a cutter is installed on a Versatec no, yes plotter. i486_nt Enables the creation of a flat state instance of the yes, no model. The instance can be fully flat or fully formed. x86e_win64 Enables the creation of a flat state instance of the model. The instance can be fully flat or fully formed. i486_nt Sets path to directory that contains the Flange shapes. yes, no i486_nt

no

Sheetmetal

enable_flat_state

no

Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal

flange_shape_sketch es_directory flange_shape_sketch es_directory flat_shape_sketches _directory flat_shape_sketches _directory

x86e_win64 Sets path to directory that contains the Flange shapes. i486_nt Sets path to directory that contains the Flat shapes.

x86e_win64 Sets path to directory that contains the Flat shapes.

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Category Sheetmetal

Name Platform initial_bend_y_factor i486_nt

Description Specifies a constant used to determine the neutral bend line for a sheet metal part. This value is always used for non-cylindrical bends. It is used for regular bends only when no bend table is specified.

Values 0.5

Default value

Sheetmetal

initial_bend_y_factor x86e_win64 Specifies a constant used to determine the neutral bend line for a sheet metal part. This value is always used for non-cylindrical bends. It is used for regular bends only when no bend table is specified. material_upd_smt_be i486_nt nd_table Defines whether assignment of material to the model via Pro/Toolkit will overwrite existing bend table data and y factor value. Always Replace - Overwrites existing data. Never Replace - Keeps existing data always_replace, never_replace

0.5

Sheetmetal

always_replace

Sheetmetal

material_upd_smt_be x86e_win64 Defines whether assignment of material to the model nd_table via Pro/Toolkit will overwrite existing bend table data and y factor value. Always Replace - Overwrites existing data. Never Replace - Keeps existing data merge_smt_srfs_with i486_nt out_seam

always_replace, never_replace

always_replace

Sheetmetal

Yes - no edge left at the merge if the sheetmetal yes, no surfaces being merged are same surfaces. No - edge is left even between same sheetmetal surfaces.

yes

Sheetmetal

merge_smt_srfs_with x86e_win64 Yes - no edge left at the merge if the sheetmetal yes, no out_seam surfaces being merged are same surfaces. No - edge is left even between same sheetmetal surfaces. pro_sheet_met_dir i486_nt Sets the default directory of your user-defined bend tables. If not set, the Pro/SHEETMETAL supplied bend tables are used. Use the full path name to avoid problems. x86e_win64 Sets the default directory of your user-defined bend tables. If not set, the Pro/SHEETMETAL supplied bend tables are used. Use the full path name to avoid problems.

yes

Sheetmetal

Sheetmetal

pro_sheet_met_dir

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Sheetmetal

Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal

Sheetmetal

Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal

Description Specifies the directory to save/retrieve Sheet metal parameters files.Use full path name to avoid problems. pro_smt_params_dir x86e_win64 Specifies the directory to save/retrieve Sheet metal parameters files.Use full path name to avoid problems. punch_axis_points i486_nt Yes - Enables the creation of punch axis points in yes, no Sheetmetal cuts and punches. punch_axis_points x86e_win64 Yes - Enables the creation of punch axis points in yes, no Sheetmetal cuts and punches. punch_models_direct i486_nt Sets path to directory that contains the punch models. ory punch_models_direct x86e_win64 Sets path to directory that contains the punch models. ory smt_allow_flip_sketc i486_nt Yes - Allows flipping the sketch in Flat and Flange yes, no h tools. No- Disables the ability to flip the sketch in Flat and Flange tools. smt_allow_flip_sketc x86e_win64 Yes - Allows flipping the sketch in Flat and Flange yes, no h tools. No- Disables the ability to flip the sketch in Flat and Flange tools. smt_bend_notes_dflt i486_nt Define the default state of Bend Note display yes, no _display (sheetmetal Mode) smt_bend_notes_dflt x86e_win64 Define the default state of Bend Note display yes, no _display (sheetmetal Mode) smt_bend_notes_dire i486_nt Define the Down Direction symbol for Bend Notes ction_down (sheetmetal Mode) smt_bend_notes_dire x86e_win64 Define the Down Direction symbol for Bend Notes ction_down (sheetmetal Mode) smt_bend_notes_dire i486_nt Define the Up Direction symbol for Bend Notes ction_up (sheetmetal Mode) smt_bend_notes_dire x86e_win64 Define the Up Direction symbol for Bend Notes ction_up (sheetmetal Mode) smt_bend_notes_ord i486_nt Define the Fields Order for Bend Notes (sheetmetal er Mode) smt_bend_notes_ord x86e_win64 Define the Fields Order for Bend Notes (sheetmetal er Mode) smt_bend_notes_typ i486_nt Define the Formed symbol for Bend Notes e_formed (sheetmetal Mode)

Name Platform pro_smt_params_dir i486_nt

Values

Default value

no no

no

no

yes yes default default default default &type&direction&angle &type&direction&angle default

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Category Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal

Name smt_bend_notes_typ e_formed smt_bend_notes_typ e_rolled smt_bend_notes_typ e_rolled smt_crn_rel_display smt_crn_rel_display smt_drive_bend_by_ parameters smt_drive_bend_by_ parameters smt_drive_tools_by_ parameters smt_drive_tools_by_ parameters smt_form_abort_on_f ail_plc smt_form_abort_on_f ail_plc smt_mp_method

Sheetmetal

Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal Sheetmetal

Sheetmetal

smt_mp_method

Sheetmetal

smt_outside_mold_li nes

Platform Description x86e_win64 Define the Formed symbol for Bend Notes (sheetmetal Mode) i486_nt Define the Rolled symbol for Bend Notes (sheetmetal Mode) x86e_win64 Define the Rolled symbol for Bend Notes (sheetmetal Mode) i486_nt Yes - Corner relief notes will be displayed. No - Corner relief notes will not be displayed. x86e_win64 Yes - Corner relief notes will be displayed. No - Corner relief notes will not be displayed. i486_nt Sheetmetal bend radius and bend angle values and bend dimension location will be driven by feature level relations to Sheetmetal parameters. x86e_win64 Sheetmetal bend radius and bend angle values and bend dimension location will be driven by feature level relations to Sheetmetal parameters. i486_nt Drives the Sheetmetal options and values by featurelevel relations to Sheetmetal parameters. x86e_win64 Drives the Sheetmetal options and values by featurelevel relations to Sheetmetal parameters. i486_nt Yes - will always fail the Sheetmetal Form feature if there is a problem with its placement . x86e_win64 Yes - will always fail the Sheetmetal Form feature if there is a problem with its placement . i486_nt MASS - Suppressed Flat Pattern and Flatten Forms will be temporary resumed before mass properties calculation of sheetmetal part. CG - Mass Properties calculation will be performed on current state of sheetmetal part.BOTH - Both methods will be used one after the other. x86e_win64 MASS - Suppressed Flat Pattern and Flatten Forms will be temporary resumed before mass properties calculation of sheetmetal part. CG - Mass Properties calculation will be performed on current state of sheetmetal part.BOTH - Both methods will be used one after the other. i486_nt Yes - Outside Mold Lines will be created during Flat Pattern creation.

Values default default default no, yes no, yes yes, no yes yes no

Default value

yes, no

no

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no mass, cg, both

yes yes no no cg

mass, cg, both

cg

yes, no

no

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Category Sheetmetal Sketcher

Name Platform Description smt_outside_mold_li x86e_win64 Yes - Outside Mold Lines will be created during Flat nes Pattern creation. 2d_palette_path i486_nt Sets the default directory for the user sketcher shape library. Use the full path name to avoid problems. 2d_palette_path x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the user sketcher shape library. Use the full path name to avoid problems. i486_nt

Values yes, no no

Default value

Sketcher

Sketcher

grid_snap

Yes - Makes pick points snap to a grid. No - Turns the yes, no grid snap off so that any location can be picked.

no

Sketcher

grid_snap

x86e_win64 Yes - Makes pick points snap to a grid. No - Turns the yes, no grid snap off so that any location can be picked. i486_nt x86e_win64 default, sketch_color, drawing_color Specifies the color of sketched sections. default, sketch_color, drawing_color Determine if the original line style and color should be yes, no preserved on Copy/Paste, Sketcher Palette and Import from file. Yes - Preserve original line style and color. Determine if the original line style and color should be yes, no preserved on Copy/Paste, Sketcher Palette and Import from file. Yes - Preserve original line style and color. No - The section is not animated as modifications are yes, no regenerated. No - The section is not animated as modifications are yes, no regenerated. This option controls the automatic reference creation no, yes from selected background geometry. This option controls the automatic reference creation no, yes from selected background geometry. Specifies the color of sketched sections.

no

Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

section_color section_color

sket_import_geometr i486_nt y_line_style

no

Sketcher

sket_import_geometr x86e_win64 y_line_style

no

Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

sketcher_animated_ modify sketcher_animated_ modify sketcher_auto_create _references sketcher_auto_create _references

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64

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Category Sketcher

Name Platform sketcher_auto_create i486_nt _refs

Description The option values are: 2: the system automatically creates 2 dimensioning references; 1: the system automatically adds the orientation reference as a dimensioning reference; 0: the system does not automatically create dimensioning references.

Values 1, 2 2

Default value

Sketcher

sketcher_auto_create x86e_win64 The option values are: 2: the system automatically _refs creates 2 dimensioning references; 1: the system automatically adds the orientation reference as a dimensioning reference; 0: the system does not automatically create dimensioning references. sketcher_blended_ba i486_nt ckground This option controls whether the blended background should be used in 3D Sketcher.The option has no effect if blended background is turned off generally.

1, 2

Sketcher

no, yes

no

Sketcher

sketcher_blended_ba x86e_win64 This option controls whether the blended background ckground should be used in 3D Sketcher.The option has no effect if blended background is turned off generally. sketcher_collinear_c i486_nt onstr Yes - collinear constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - collinear constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. sketcher_collinear_c x86e_win64 Yes - collinear constraints will be used by Intent onstr Manager; No - collinear constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. sketcher_default_font i486_nt Automatically set kerning for text entities in Sketcher. _kerning Yes - Kerning will be set for new text entities. NoKerning will not be set automatically. sketcher_default_font x86e_win64 Automatically set kerning for text entities in Sketcher. _kerning Yes - Kerning will be set for new text entities. NoKerning will not be set automatically. sketcher_dim_of_rev i486_nt If this option is set all dimensions created by Intent olve_axis Manager to Axis of Revolution will be diameter dimensions. sketcher_dim_of_rev x86e_win64 If this option is set all dimensions created by Intent olve_axis Manager to Axis of Revolution will be diameter dimensions.

no, yes

no

Sketcher

no, yes

yes

Sketcher

no, yes

yes

Sketcher

yes, no

no

Sketcher

yes, no

no

Sketcher

no, yes

yes

Sketcher

no, yes

yes

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Category Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

Name Platform sketcher_dimension_ i486_nt autolock sketcher_dimension_ x86e_win64 autolock sketcher_disp_constr i486_nt aints

Description Automatically lock strong sketcher dimensions. Automatically lock strong sketcher dimensions.

Values no, yes no, yes yes, no no no yes

Default value

Sketcher

Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

Shows the constraints when sketching in Sketcher Mode; for example, H for horizontal, V for vertical, and so on. sketcher_disp_constr x86e_win64 Shows the constraints when sketching in Sketcher aints Mode; for example, H for horizontal, V for vertical, and so on. sketcher_disp_dimen i486_nt No - Suppresses the display of all dimensions while in sions sketcher. sketcher_disp_dimen x86e_win64 No - Suppresses the display of all dimensions while in sions sketcher. sketcher_disp_grid i486_nt Specify whether or not to display the sketcher grid. sketcher_disp_grid sketcher_disp_vertic es sketcher_disp_vertic es sketcher_disp_weak_ dimensions sketcher_disp_weak_ dimensions sketcher_equal_lengt h_constr x86e_win64 Specify whether or not to display the sketcher grid. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt No - Suppresses the display of yellow points on all vertices while in sketcher. No - Suppresses the display of yellow points on all vertices while in sketcher. Yes - weak dimensions will be displayed; No - weak dimensions will not be displayed. Yes - weak dimensions will be displayed; No - weak dimensions will not be displayed. Yes - equal length constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - equal length constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - equal length constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - equal length constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - equal radii constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - equal radii constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - equal radii constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - equal radii constraints will not be used by Intent Manager.

yes, no

yes

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no, yes

yes yes no no yes yes yes yes yes

Sketcher

sketcher_equal_lengt x86e_win64 h_constr sketcher_equal_radii i486_nt _constr sketcher_equal_radii x86e_win64 _constr

no, yes

yes

Sketcher

no, yes

yes

Sketcher

no, yes

yes

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Category Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

Name sketcher_grid_angle

Sketcher

Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

Description Enter a grid angle value to override the default grid angle value. sketcher_grid_angle x86e_win64 Enter a grid angle value to override the default grid angle value. sketcher_grid_line_q i486_nt Enter number of radial lines for radial grid. uantity sketcher_grid_line_q x86e_win64 Enter number of radial lines for radial grid. uantity sketcher_grid_radius i486_nt Enter a radial grid spacing value to override the _spacing default radial grid spacing value. sketcher_grid_radius x86e_win64 Enter a radial grid spacing value to override the _spacing default radial grid spacing value. sketcher_grid_type i486_nt Set grid type to be Cartesian or Polar. sketcher_grid_type x86e_win64 Set grid type to be Cartesian or Polar. sketcher_highlight_o i486_nt Yes - Highlights open ends of sketched entities in pen_ends Sketcher. No - Does not highlight open ends of sketched entities in Sketcher. sketcher_highlight_o x86e_win64 Yes - Highlights open ends of sketched entities in pen_ends Sketcher. No - Does not highlight open ends of sketched entities in Sketcher. sketcher_import_exa i486_nt During import in sketcher use exact geometry. ct_geom sketcher_import_exa x86e_win64 During import in sketcher use exact geometry. ct_geom sketcher_known_dim i486_nt YES - create known dimensions on known geometry, _on_ref_ent NO - create reference dimensions on known geometry

Platform i486_nt

Values 0 0 12 12 1 1 cartesian, polar cartesian, polar no, yes

Default value

cartesian cartesian yes

no, yes

yes

yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes yes

Sketcher

sketcher_known_dim x86e_win64 YES - create known dimensions on known geometry, yes, no _on_ref_ent NO - create reference dimensions on known geometry sketcher_lineup_hor_ i486_nt constr Yes - line up horizontal constraints will be used by no, yes Intent Manager; No - line up horizontal constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. sketcher_lineup_hor_ x86e_win64 Yes - line up horizontal constraints will be used by no, yes constr Intent Manager; No - line up horizontal constraints will not be used by Intent Manager.

yes

Sketcher

yes

Sketcher

yes

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Category Sketcher

Name Platform sketcher_lineup_ver_ i486_nt constr sketcher_lineup_ver_ x86e_win64 constr sketcher_lock_modifi i486_nt ed_dims sketcher_lock_modifi x86e_win64 ed_dims sketcher_midpoint_c i486_nt onstr sketcher_midpoint_c x86e_win64 onstr sketcher_parallel_co i486_nt nstr sketcher_parallel_co x86e_win64 nstr sketcher_perpendicul i486_nt ar_constr sketcher_perpendicul x86e_win64 ar_constr sketcher_point_on_e i486_nt ntity_constr sketcher_point_on_e x86e_win64 ntity_constr sketcher_refit_after_ i486_nt dim_modify sketcher_refit_after_ x86e_win64 dim_modify

Sketcher

Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

Sketcher

Sketcher

Sketcher

Sketcher

Sketcher

Sketcher

Sketcher

Sketcher Sketcher

Description Yes - line up vertical constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - line up vertical constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - line up vertical constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - line up vertical constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - modified dimensions will be locked; No modified dimensions will not be locked. Yes - modified dimensions will be locked; No modified dimensions will not be locked. Yes - midpoint constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - midpoint constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - midpoint constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - midpoint constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - parallel constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - parallel constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - parallel constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - parallel constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - perpendicular constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - perpendicular constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - perpendicular constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - perpendicular constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - point on entity constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - point on entity constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - point on entity constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - point on entity constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Refits section after dimension modification in 2D section or when creating the first feature. Refits section after dimension modification in 2D section or when creating the first feature.

Values no, yes yes

Default value

no, yes

yes

yes, no yes, no no, yes

no no yes

no, yes

yes

no, yes

yes

no, yes

yes

no, yes

yes

no, yes

yes

no, yes

yes

no, yes

yes

yes, no yes, no

yes yes

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Category Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

Sketcher

Sketcher

Yes - same points constraints will be used by Intent no, yes Manager; No - same points constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. sketcher_same_point x86e_win64 Yes - same points constraints will be used by Intent no, yes _constr Manager; No - same points constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. sketcher_save_previ i486_nt This option controls whether section files should be no, yes ew_image saved with embedded image information which can be used to preview sections in File/Open dialog. sketcher_save_previ x86e_win64 This option controls whether section files should be no, yes ew_image saved with embedded image information which can be used to preview sections in File/Open dialog. sketcher_set_grid_m ethod sketcher_set_grid_m ethod sketcher_set_grid_x_ major sketcher_set_grid_x_ major sketcher_set_grid_x_ spacing sketcher_set_grid_x_ spacing sketcher_set_grid_y_ major sketcher_set_grid_y_ major sketcher_set_grid_y_ spacing sketcher_set_grid_y_ spacing i486_nt "Automatic" - grid spacing will be automatically set, dynamic, static "Manual" - grid spacing will be manually set. x86e_win64 "Automatic" - grid spacing will be automatically set, dynamic, static "Manual" - grid spacing will be manually set. i486_nt Enter the number of grid lines per major line in x axis. x86e_win64 Enter the number of grid lines per major line in x axis. i486_nt Enter an x-grid spacing value to override the default xgrid spacing value. x86e_win64 Enter an x-grid spacing value to override the default xgrid spacing value. i486_nt Enter the number of grid lines per major line in y axis. x86e_win64 Enter the number of grid lines per major line in y axis. i486_nt Enter a y-grid spacing value to override the default ygrid spacing value. x86e_win64 Enter a y-grid spacing value to override the default ygrid spacing value.

Name Platform sketcher_rel_accurac i486_nt y sketcher_rel_accurac x86e_win64 y sketcher_same_point i486_nt _constr

Description Enter a sketcher relative accuracy. Enter a sketcher relative accuracy.

Values -1 -1 yes

Default value

yes

no

Sketcher

no

Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher Sketcher

dynamic dynamic 5 5 1 1 5 5 1 1

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Category Sketcher

Name Platform sketcher_shade_clos i486_nt ed_loops sketcher_shade_clos x86e_win64 ed_loops sketcher_starts_in_2 i486_nt d

Sketcher

Sketcher

Sketcher

sketcher_starts_in_2 x86e_win64 d

Sketcher

sketcher_symmetric_ i486_nt constr sketcher_symmetric_ x86e_win64 constr sketcher_tangent_co i486_nt nstr sketcher_tangent_co x86e_win64 nstr sketcher_undo_reori i486_nt ent_view sketcher_undo_reori x86e_win64 ent_view sketcher_undo_stack i486_nt _limit

Sketcher

Sketcher

Sketcher

Sketcher

Sketcher

Sketcher

Description yes-closed loops in sketcher will be displayed as shaded, no-closed loops in sketcher will not be displayed as shaded yes-closed loops in sketcher will be displayed as shaded, no-closed loops in sketcher will not be displayed as shaded Defines initial model orientation in Sketcher mode. Yes - (2D orientation) Looking directly at section (sketching) plane. No - (Orientation unchanged) Sketch directly on the 3D part. Defines initial model orientation in Sketcher mode. Yes - (2D orientation) Looking directly at section (sketching) plane. No - (Orientation unchanged) Sketch directly on the 3D part. Yes - symmetric constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - symmetric constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - symmetric constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - symmetric constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - tangent constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - tangent constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Yes - tangent constraints will be used by Intent Manager; No - tangent constraints will not be used by Intent Manager. Controls the ability to Undo view reorientation while in Sketcher. Yes - it is possible to Undo view reorientation in Sketcher. Controls the ability to Undo view reorientation while in Sketcher. Yes - it is possible to Undo view reorientation in Sketcher. Sketcher saves a copy of each function performed. The number of possible saved functions depend on the number specified in the option. The undo menu can be used to remove the stored functions.

Values no, yes yes

Default value

no, yes

yes

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

no, yes

yes

no, yes

yes

no, yes

yes

no, yes

yes

no, yes

no

no, yes

no

200

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Category Sketcher

Name Platform Description sketcher_undo_stack x86e_win64 Sketcher saves a copy of each function performed. _limit The number of possible saved functions depend on the number specified in the option. The undo menu can be used to remove the stored functions. allow_float_opt_chec i486_nt Yes - Allows checkout failure for floating modules. kout allow_float_opt_chec x86e_win64 Yes - Allows checkout failure for floating modules. kout auto_traceback i486_nt When set to yes, traceback.log file will be generated when fatal error occurs. auto_traceback x86e_win64 When set to yes, traceback.log file will be generated when fatal error occurs. cpus_to_use i486_nt Set up the number of threads including main thread cpus_to_use enable_tree_indep x86e_win64 Set up the number of threads including main thread i486_nt Setup whether tree customization will allow separating yes, no the tree window from Creo Parametric window. no, yes no, yes

Values 200

Default value

System System System System System System System

no no yes yes 2 2 no

always, yes, ask, no, never always, yes, ask, no, never

System

enable_tree_indep

x86e_win64 Setup whether tree customization will allow separating yes, no the tree window from Creo Parametric window. Controls the format of the exported reports displayed in the embedded browser. Rich Text - Exports the report in Rich Text format, Comma Delimited Exports the report in Comma Delimited format. comma_delimited, rich_text

no

System

export_report_format i486_nt

comma_delimited

System

export_report_format x86e_win64 Controls the format of the exported reports displayed in the embedded browser. Rich Text - Exports the report in Rich Text format, Comma Delimited Exports the report in Comma Delimited format. general_undo_stack_ i486_nt limit general_undo_stack_ x86e_win64 limit Setup the default number of entries in the top level Undo/Redo (default = 50). Setup the default number of entries in the top level Undo/Redo (default = 50).

comma_delimited, rich_text

comma_delimited

System System

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Category System

Name overlays_enabled

System

System

Description Yes - Enables Creo Parametric screens and menus to yes, no be placed on different overlay layers of the hardware graphics card. This frees memory for Creo Parametric use. overlays_enabled x86e_win64 Yes - Enables Creo Parametric screens and menus to yes, no be placed on different overlay layers of the hardware graphics card. This frees memory for Creo Parametric use. pick_aperture_radius i486_nt Specifies the size of the area about the mouse when making selections. Units are 1/1000 of screen size. pick_aperture_radius x86e_win64 Specifies the size of the area about the mouse when making selections. Units are 1/1000 of screen size. protable_in_backgrou i486_nt nd protable_in_backgrou x86e_win64 nd saveunders_enabled i486_nt Yes - Starts Pro/TABLE editor in the background. Reduces time between pressing a menu button that uses Pro/TABLE and entering the data. Yes - Starts Pro/TABLE editor in the background. Reduces time between pressing a menu button that uses Pro/TABLE and entering the data. Yes - Enables Creo Parametric popup helptext and menus to retain the portion of the window they obscure to be used to restore the window image when they are dismissed. Yes - Enables Creo Parametric popup helptext and menus to retain the portion of the window they obscure to be used to restore the window image when they are dismissed. Yes - Enables a trail file to be single-stepped by entering . Yes - Enables a trail file to be single-stepped by entering . Specifies the name of a digitizing tablet. Specifies the name of a digitizing tablet. Sets a delay in seconds between trail file steps. Sets a delay in seconds between trail file steps. no, yes

Platform i486_nt

Values no

Default value

no

System

System

yes

System

no, yes

yes

System

yes, no

yes

System

saveunders_enabled x86e_win64

yes, no

yes

System System System System System System

set_trail_single_step i486_nt set_trail_single_step x86e_win64 tablet_device_name tablet_device_name trail_delay trail_delay i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64

yes, no yes, no

no no

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Category System trail_dir

Name

Platform i486_nt

Description Instructs Creo Parametric to create its trail file in the specified directory rather than in the startup directory.

Values

Default value

System

trail_dir

x86e_win64 Instructs Creo Parametric to create its trail file in the specified directory rather than in the startup directory. i486_nt Specifies the default directory for training files. The path name must start from the root of the directory, for example, /home/users/library/training.

System

train_file_path

System

train_file_path

x86e_win64 Specifies the default directory for training files. The path name must start from the root of the directory, for example, /home/users/library/training. yes, no no

System

use_software_opengl i486_nt

System

System System System

Use MS-Windows software OpenGL. In some cases this may avoid graphics card specific problems at the expense of performance. use_software_opengl x86e_win64 Use MS-Windows software OpenGL. In some cases this may avoid graphics card specific problems at the expense of performance. web_browser_history i486_nt Enter number of days to store history records. _days web_browser_history x86e_win64 Enter number of days to store history records. _days web_browser_homep i486_nt Enter location of Creo Parametric browser home age page. web_browser_homep x86e_win64 Enter location of Creo Parametric browser home age page. web_browser_in_sep i486_nt arate_window

yes, no

no

20 20 <creo_loadpoint\help\usasci i\resource_center_index.ht ml <creo_loadpoint\help\usasci i\resource_center_index.ht ml no

System

System

Specifies whether Creo Parametrics web browser yes, no should be launched as a separatewindow.When set to Yes the browser will be displayed as a separate window. The default, No, will result in the browser being embedded in the Creo Parametric application window

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Category System

System

System

User Interface

User Interface

User Interface User Interface User Interface

User Interface

User Interface

User Interface

Name Platform Description Values web_browser_in_sep x86e_win64 Specifies whether Creo Parametrics web browser yes, no arate_window should be launched as a separatewindow.When set to Yes the browser will be displayed as a separate window. The default, No, will result in the browser being embedded in the Creo Parametric application window ie_in_process, windows_browser_ty i486_nt Select the type of embedded browser to use. ie_in_sep_process, pe mozilla_based_browser ie_in_process, windows_browser_ty x86e_win64 Select the type of embedded browser to use. ie_in_sep_process, pe mozilla_based_browser Sets the AE detail dependency for AE's that are locally dependent, independent ae_propagate_detail_ i486_nt propagated. If set to independent, the AE's parameter dependency call outs will update to other propagated AEs parameters. ae_propagate_detail_ x86e_win64 Sets the AE detail dependency for AE's that are locally dependent, independent dependency propagated. If set to independent, the AE's parameter call outs will update to other propagated AEs parameters. af_copy_references_f i486_nt Toggle display of Copy References column in no, yes lag Annotation Feature definition dialog af_copy_references_f x86e_win64 Toggle display of Copy References column in no, yes lag Annotation Feature definition dialog allow_confirm_windo i486_nt Display a confirmation window when exiting Creo yes, no w Parametric. This enables you to use the mouse to confirm/cancel exiting Creo Parametric. allow_confirm_windo x86e_win64 Display a confirmation window when exiting Creo yes, no w Parametric. This enables you to use the mouse to confirm/cancel exiting Creo Parametric. auto_ae_param_file i486_nt Define path and file name of external file used to define parameters that are automatically created in all Annotation Elements. auto_ae_param_file x86e_win64 Define path and file name of external file used to define parameters that are automatically created in all Annotation Elements.

Default value no

ie_in_process

ie_in_process

dependent

dependent

no no yes

yes

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User Interface

User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface

Description Control the default setting of the check box in the Propagate annotation dialog box which controls whether to pass all annotations plane references. auto_include_annot_ x86e_win64 Control the default setting of the check box in the Propagate annotation dialog box which controls plane whether to pass all annotations plane references. auto_propagate_ae i486_nt Yes - causes the automatic, local propagation of AE's after a supported feature has been created. auto_propagate_ae x86e_win64 Yes - causes the automatic, local propagation of AE's after a supported feature has been created. auxapp_popup_menu i486_nt Enable display of popup menu info in the trail file. _info auxapp_popup_menu x86e_win64 Enable display of popup menu info in the trail file. _info bm_graph_tool i486_nt BMX graph tool bm_graph_tool bmgr_pref_file x86e_win64 BMX graph tool i486_nt

Name Platform auto_include_annot_ i486_nt plane

Values no, yes yes

Default value

no, yes

yes

no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no default, excel_linked, excel_embedded default, excel_linked, excel_embedded

no no no no default default

User Interface

User Interface

Specifies the location of the Graph Tool preference file. bmgr_pref_file x86e_win64 Specifies the location of the Graph Tool preference file. button_name_in_help i486_nt Yes - The name and menu of any selected menu yes, no option displays, in English, in the help text associated with that button. button_name_in_help x86e_win64 Yes - The name and menu of any selected menu yes, no option displays, in English, in the help text associated with that button. default_font i486_nt Sets font for text other than menu bar, menus and their children, and pop-up menus and help. Add comma-delimited variables in any order (italic bold, 24, times or 24, times, italic bold have the same effect). Any omitted variable uses standard setting.

no

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Name default_font

Platform Description x86e_win64 Sets font for text other than menu bar, menus and their children, and pop-up menus and help. Add comma-delimited variables in any order (italic bold, 24, times or 24, times, italic bold have the same effect). Any omitted variable uses standard setting. i486_nt Specifies the language in which the dialog display yes, no when running non-English version of Creo Parametric.

Values

Default value

User Interface

dialog_translation

yes

User Interface

dialog_translation

x86e_win64 Specifies the language in which the dialog display yes, no when running non-English version of Creo Parametric. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt Allows a user to preset the server policy that is to be used when Apply Policy command is utilized. Allows a user to preset the server policy that is to be used when Apply Policy command is utilized. Controls pop-up help in dialog boxes. Yes - Help enabled. No - Help disabled. Controls pop-up help in dialog boxes. Yes - Help enabled. No - Help disabled. Determines the relative size of the text in menus and dialog boxes. You must restart Creo Parametric for the change to take effect. Determines the relative size of the text in menus and dialog boxes. You must restart Creo Parametric for the change to take effect. Specifies the language in which the short help messages display when running non-English versions of Creo Parametric. Yes - Display in native language. No - Display in English. Specifies the language in which the short help messages display when running non-English versions of Creo Parametric. Yes - Display in native language. No - Display in English.

yes

User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface

drm_policy_server drm_policy_server enable_popup_help enable_popup_help fonts_size

yes, no yes, no small, medium, large

yes yes

User Interface

fonts_size

x86e_win64

small, medium, large

User Interface

help_translation

i486_nt

yes, no

yes

User Interface

help_translation

x86e_win64

yes, no

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Category User Interface

Name iconify_entire_pro

Platform i486_nt

Description Determines how many other Creo Parametric windows/menus are iconified when one window is iconified. Yes - All the windows and menus are iconified. No - Only the selected window is iconified.

Values no, yes yes

Default value

User Interface

iconify_entire_pro

x86e_win64 Determines how many other Creo Parametric windows/menus are iconified when one window is iconified. Yes - All the windows and menus are iconified. No - Only the selected window is iconified. i486_nt

no, yes

yes

User Interface

initial_drm_warning

User Interface

User Interface User Interface User Interface

Warns the user that they are initiating a DRM session.When set to "no", this warning dialog will be skipped. initial_drm_warning x86e_win64 Warns the user that they are initiating a DRM session.When set to "no", this warning dialog will be skipped. kbd_cmd_abbreviatio i486_nt On - Enables use of abbreviations when entering n menu commands from the keyboard. kbd_cmd_abbreviatio x86e_win64 On - Enables use of abbreviations when entering n menu commands from the keyboard. kbd_selection i486_nt Provides the ability to select locations in the graphics area via the keyboard.Yes - Selection in the graphics area may be performed via the keyboard.No Selection in the graphics area requires a mouse. kbd_selection x86e_win64 Provides the ability to select locations in the graphics area via the keyboard.Yes - Selection in the graphics area may be performed via the keyboard.No Selection in the graphics area requires a mouse.

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

on, off on, off no, yes

off off no

User Interface

no, yes

no

User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface

load_ui_customizatio i486_nt n_run_dir load_ui_customizatio x86e_win64 n_run_dir mdl_tree_cfg_file i486_nt mdl_tree_cfg_file

Enables the loading of the UI customization file (.ui) if no, yes located in the run directory Enables the loading of the UI customization file (.ui) if no, yes located in the run directory Specifies the Model Tree configuration file to be loaded when Creo Parametric is started. x86e_win64 Specifies the Model Tree configuration file to be loaded when Creo Parametric is started.

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Category User Interface

Name menu_font

Platform i486_nt

Description Specify font used in the Creo Parametric menu bar, menus, and all their children. Specify the commadelimited variables in any order (italic bold, 24, times or 24, times, italic bold have the same effect). Any omitted variable uses the standard setting.

Values

Default value

User Interface

menu_font

x86e_win64 Specify font used in the Creo Parametric menu bar, menus, and all their children. Specify the commadelimited variables in any order (italic bold, 24, times or 24, times, italic bold have the same effect). Any omitted variable uses the standard setting. Controls the position of the Menu Manager.outside outside, inside, adaptive Top left corner of Menu Manager is aligned to top right corner of window, inside - Top right corner of Menu Manager is aligned to top right corner of graphics area,adaptive - Menu Manager is positioned outside if there is enough room, otherwise it is positioned inside. adaptive

User Interface

menu_manager_posi i486_nt tion

User Interface

menu_manager_posi x86e_win64 Controls the position of the Menu Manager.outside outside, inside, adaptive tion Top left corner of Menu Manager is aligned to top right corner of window, inside - Top right corner of Menu Manager is aligned to top right corner of graphics area,adaptive - Menu Manager is positioned outside if there is enough room, otherwise it is positioned inside.

adaptive

User Interface User Interface User Interface

menu_mapper_locati i486_nt on menu_mapper_locati x86e_win64 on menu_translation i486_nt

Specify your own URL for the Menu Mapper button in the help menu. Specify your own URL for the Menu Mapper button in the help menu. Specifies the language in which the menus display yes, no, both when running non-English version of Creo Parametric.

yes

User Interface

menu_translation

x86e_win64 Specifies the language in which the menus display yes, no, both when running non-English version of Creo Parametric.

yes

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User Interface

Description Determines whether the generic name is displayed as yes, no an extension of the instance name in the model tree and other model name lists. modeltree_show_gen x86e_win64 Determines whether the generic name is displayed as yes, no an extension of the instance name in the model tree _of_instance and other model name lists. msg_translation i486_nt Specifies language in which Messages are displayed yes, no when running non-English version of Creo Parametric. msg_translation x86e_win64 Specifies language in which Messages are displayed yes, no when running non-English version of Creo Parametric. Specifies support of keyboard macros written in native no, yes language (for example, German). x86e_win64 Specifies support of keyboard macros written in native no, yes language (for example, German). i486_nt Enable the new parameter editor and user interface. yes, no x86e_win64 Enable the new parameter editor and user interface. i486_nt Enable the new relations editor and user interface. yes, no yes, no yes, no i486_nt

Name Platform modeltree_show_gen i486_nt _of_instance

Values yes

Default value

yes

yes

User Interface

yes

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native_kbd_macros native_kbd_macros new_parameter_ui new_parameter_ui new_relation_ui new_relation_ui

no no yes yes yes yes

x86e_win64 Enable the new relations editor and user interface.

online_resources_loc i486_nt ation online_resources_loc x86e_win64 ation param_dec_places i486_nt

Specify your own URL for the Online Resources button in the help menu. Specify your own URL for the Online Resources button in the help menu. Sets the number of decimal places (0-14) to display in parameters. param_dec_places x86e_win64 Sets the number of decimal places (0-14) to display in parameters. parameter_dialog_set i486_nt Setup for the parameter dialog configuration file. up_file parameter_dialog_set x86e_win64 Setup for the parameter dialog configuration file. up_file pattern_relations_cop i486_nt Determines whether relations of pattern leader are yes, no y inherited by pattern members.

6 6

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Name Platform Description pattern_relations_cop x86e_win64 Determines whether relations of pattern leader are yes, no y inherited by pattern members. popuphelp_font i486_nt Specify font used in the Creo Parametric pop-up help. Add the comma-delimited variables in any order (italic bold, 24, times or 24, times, italic bold have the same effect). Any omitted variable uses the standard setting. popuphelp_font x86e_win64 Specify font used in the Creo Parametric pop-up help. Add the comma-delimited variables in any order (italic bold, 24, times or 24, times, italic bold have the same effect). Any omitted variable uses the standard setting. Enables use of an editor other than the system editor when the option editor has been specified as the value for the options part_table_editor or relation_file_editor.

Values yes

Default value

User Interface

User Interface

pro_editor_command i486_nt

User Interface

pro_editor_command x86e_win64 Enables use of an editor other than the system editor when the option editor has been specified as the value for the options part_table_editor or relation_file_editor. propagate_inactive_a i486_nt nnotation propagate_inactive_a x86e_win64 nnotation provide_pick_messa i486_nt ge_always Yes - causes the propagation of inactive annotation. Yes - causes the propagation of inactive annotation. no, yes no, yes yes, no yes yes no

User Interface User Interface User Interface

User Interface

User Interface User Interface User Interface

No - A message describing the (pre)selected item is provided only while querying. Yes - A message describing the selected item is provided in all cases (i.e. even when Query is not used). provide_pick_messa x86e_win64 No - A message describing the (pre)selected item is ge_always provided only while querying. Yes - A message describing the selected item is provided in all cases (i.e. even when Query is not used). relation_file_editor i486_nt Sets the editor used to edit relations. relation_file_editor x86e_win64 Sets the editor used to edit relations. reserved_menu_spac i486_nt Reserves space for extra menus to the right of the e Creo Parametric window (0.0-4.0). This option overrides windows_scale.

yes, no

no

protab, editor protab, editor

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User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface

User Interface

User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface User Interface

User Interface

User Interface

Name Platform Description reserved_menu_spac x86e_win64 Reserves space for extra menus to the right of the e Creo Parametric window (0.0-4.0). This option overrides windows_scale. right_mouse_button_ i486_nt Specify whether or not the right mouse button pop up popup menu is available or not. right_mouse_button_ x86e_win64 Specify whether or not the right mouse button pop up popup menu is available or not. selection_dragger_di i486_nt Threshold for the number of simultaneously selected splay_max items to not display draggers. selection_dragger_di x86e_win64 Threshold for the number of simultaneously selected splay_max items to not display draggers. set_menu_width i486_nt Determines width of menu manager panels. Default value is equivalent to 8 character widths. Acceptable range is from 8 to 20. Values lower than 8 and higher than 20 are ignored. set_menu_width x86e_win64 Determines width of menu manager panels. Default value is equivalent to 8 character widths. Acceptable range is from 8 to 20. Values lower than 8 and higher than 20 are ignored. summary_help i486_nt Refers to the one-line help Messages that are either displayed or not displayed. summary_help x86e_win64 Refers to the one-line help Messages that are either displayed or not displayed. suppress_dlg_license i486_nt Suppresses "License expired: List of options and _expired expiration days" dialog suppress_dlg_license x86e_win64 Suppresses "License expired: List of options and _expired expiration days" dialog suppress_license_los i486_nt Yes - Suppresses the 'Regained Floating License' s_dialog dialog box. No - The 'Regained Floating License' dialog box will display. suppress_license_los x86e_win64 Yes - Suppresses the 'Regained Floating License' s_dialog dialog box. No - The 'Regained Floating License' dialog box will display. terminal_command i486_nt Specifies the full path to the terminal emulator command (the command that starts shell windows). Use the command for your system. Enter the complete path name and the terminal command.

Values 1

Default value

yes, no yes, no

yes yes 100 100 -1

-1

yes, no yes, no

no no 7 7

yes, no

no

yes, no

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Name terminal_command

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specifies the full path to the terminal emulator command (the command that starts shell windows). Use the command for your system. Enter the complete path name and the terminal command.

Values

Default value

User Interface

thermo_position_hint i486_nt

Enables you to position the thermometer-type scales no_window_overlap, whenever they appear, so that they do not overlap the window_overlap Creo Parametric windows (if space permits, for example, if windows have been scaled).

window_overlap

User Interface

thermo_position_hint x86e_win64 Enables you to position the thermometer-type scales no_window_overlap, whenever they appear, so that they do not overlap the window_overlap Creo Parametric windows (if space permits, for example, if windows have been scaled). visible_mapkeys No - Mapkeys will run without displaying picks being no, yes made in the Menu Manager menus. This does not affect the display of picks being made in menu bar menus or dialog boxes. visible_mapkeys x86e_win64 No - Mapkeys will run without displaying picks being no, yes made in the Menu Manager menus. This does not affect the display of picks being made in menu bar menus or dialog boxes. visible_message_line i486_nt Sets the default number of visible message lines in s the Creo Parametric message area. visible_message_line x86e_win64 Sets the default number of visible message lines in s the Creo Parametric message area. windows_scale i486_nt Scales Creo Parametric windows with a given coefficient. A value of 0.85 is usually adequate to allow dynamic menus to display to the right of the Creo Parametric window. windows_scale x86e_win64 Scales Creo Parametric windows with a given coefficient. A value of 0.85 is usually adequate to allow dynamic menus to display to the right of the Creo Parametric window. i486_nt

window_overlap

User Interface

no

User Interface

no

User Interface User Interface User Interface

2 2 1

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Category Weld

Name add_weld_mp

Platform i486_nt

Weld

add_weld_mp

x86e_win64

Weld Weld Weld

pro_weld_params_dir i486_nt pro_weld_params_dir x86e_win64 weld_ask_xsec_refs i486_nt

Weld

weld_ask_xsec_refs

x86e_win64

Weld

weld_color

i486_nt

Weld

weld_color

x86e_win64

Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld

weld_dec_places weld_dec_places

i486_nt x86e_win64

weld_edge_prep_driv i486_nt en_by weld_edge_prep_driv x86e_win64 en_by weld_edge_prep_gro i486_nt ove_angle

Description Yes - System includes welds when calculating mass properties and approximates lightweight weld mass properties. No - System excludes welds when calculating mass properties. Yes - System includes welds when calculating mass properties and approximates lightweight weld mass properties. No - System excludes welds when calculating mass properties. Specifies the directory to search when a weld parameter file is needed. Specifies the directory to search when a weld parameter file is needed. No - Do not ask for X-section references when creating weld features. Yes - Ask for X-section references when creating weld features. No - Do not ask for X-section references when creating weld features. Yes - Ask for X-section references when creating weld features. Defines default weld color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using Tools>Colors>System. Defines default weld color. The three decimal values specify (in order) percentage of red, green and blue in the resulting color. For example, 0 0 49 specifies a medium blue. Change in session using Tools>Colors>System. Sets the default number of decimal places (0-10) to display in weld parameters. Sets the default number of decimal places (0-10) to display in weld parameters. Determines if the edge preparation feature is created in the part or theassembly level. Determines if the edge preparation feature is created in the part or theassembly level. Specifies an initial default value for the angle cut edge preparation.

Values yes, no no

Default value

yes, no

no

no, yes

no

no, yes

no

3 3 part, assembly part, assembly part part 45

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Name weld_edge_prep_gro ove_angle weld_edge_prep_gro ove_depth weld_edge_prep_gro ove_depth weld_edge_prep_inst ance

Platform Description x86e_win64 Specifies an initial default value for the angle cut edge preparation. i486_nt Specifies an initial default value for the edge preparation depth. x86e_win64 Specifies an initial default value for the edge preparation depth. i486_nt Controls whether a family table instance is created for yes, no edge preparation. Yes - Instances of the components that receive edge preparation are created.

Values 45 0.25 0.25

Default value

Weld

weld_edge_prep_inst x86e_win64 Controls whether a family table instance is created for yes, no ance edge preparation. Yes - Instances of the components that receive edge preparation are created. weld_edge_prep_na me_suffix Specifies the suffix name for the instance that will be created during edge preparation. Part name plus extension makes the instance name. weld_edge_prep_na x86e_win64 Specifies the suffix name for the instance that will be me_suffix created during edge preparation. Part name plus extension makes the instance name. weld_edge_prep_root i486_nt Specifies an initial default value for the root opening _open edge preparation. weld_edge_prep_root x86e_win64 Specifies an initial default value for the root opening _open edge preparation. weld_edge_prep_visi i486_nt Applies only if weld_edge_prep is set to Yes. Generic - generic, instance bility Edge preparation features are resumed in the generic and suppressed in the instance. Instance - Edge preparation features are suppressed in the generic and resumed in the instance. weld_edge_prep_visi x86e_win64 Applies only if weld_edge_prep is set to Yes. Generic - generic, instance bility Edge preparation features are resumed in the generic and suppressed in the instance. Instance - Edge preparation features are suppressed in the generic and resumed in the instance. weld_geom_type_def i486_nt ault Sets the default weld geometry type. surface, light surface i486_nt _noep

Weld

Weld

_noep

Weld Weld Weld

0.25 0.25

Weld

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Category Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld Weld

Name weld_geom_type_def ault weld_notch_corner_r adius weld_notch_corner_r adius weld_notch_height weld_notch_height weld_notch_radius weld_notch_radius weld_notch_width weld_notch_width weld_ui_standard

Platform Description x86e_win64 Sets the default weld geometry type. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt Specifies an initial default value for the radius at weld notch corner. Specifies an initial default value for the radius at weld notch corner. Specifies an initial default value for the weld notch height. Specifies an initial default value for the weld notch height. Specifies an initial default value for the weld notch radius. Specifies an initial default value for the weld notch radius. Specifies an initial default value for the weld notch width. Specifies an initial default value for the weld notch width. Specifies standard for welding user interface. ANSI Use ANSI standards. ISO - Use ISO standards.

Values surface, light

Default value surface 0.1 0.1 0.4 0.4 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5

iso, ansi

ansi

Weld

weld_ui_standard

x86e_win64 Specifies standard for welding user interface. ANSI Use ANSI standards. ISO - Use ISO standards.

iso, ansi

ansi

Without category

accessory_window_di i486_nt splay

Docked - Displays the accessory window embedded in undocked, docked the active window. Undocked - Displays the accessory window as a standalone window.

docked

Without category

accessory_window_di x86e_win64 Docked - Displays the accessory window embedded in undocked, docked splay the active window. Undocked - Displays the accessory window as a standalone window. acis_out_version acis_out_version advanced_style_surf ace_edit advanced_style_surf ace_edit i486_nt Allows the user to choose ACIS export version. x86e_win64 Allows the user to choose ACIS export version. i486_nt Use advanced options by default for Surface Edit in Style. x86e_win64 Use advanced options by default for Surface Edit in Style. 4, 5 4, 5 yes, no yes, no

docked

Without category Without category Without category Without category

5 5 no no

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Name aec_parameter_file

Without category

Without category

Without category

Without category

Description Specifies the file name of the user defined piping parameter codes. aec_parameter_file x86e_win64 Specifies the file name of the user defined piping parameter codes. allow_delete_many_i i486_nt Make the Delete Many command available in drawing n_drawings mode. The Delete Many command is not supported by undo but can improve performance when deleting a significant number of items. allow_delete_many_i x86e_win64 Make the Delete Many command available in drawing n_drawings mode. The Delete Many command is not supported by undo but can improve performance when deleting a significant number of items. allow_ref_scope_cha i486_nt No - Displays the message "Reference scope nge changes are prohibited by the configuration file settings" when the Ref Scope user interface is changed. allow_ref_scope_cha x86e_win64 No - Displays the message "Reference scope nge changes are prohibited by the configuration file settings" when the Ref Scope user interface is changed. allow_workpiece_silh i486_nt Determines if the workpiece is allowed for Silhouette ouette Mach Window creation. NO - only reference part is allowed; YES - both workpiece and reference part are allowed; AUTO - only workpiece is allowed.

Platform i486_nt

Values

Default value

yes, no

no

yes, no

no

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no, auto

no

Without category

allow_workpiece_silh x86e_win64 Determines if the workpiece is allowed for Silhouette yes, no, auto ouette Mach Window creation. NO - only reference part is allowed; YES - both workpiece and reference part are allowed; AUTO - only workpiece is allowed. animation_imported_ i486_nt pbk_dir animation_imported_ x86e_win64 pbk_dir arc_radius_limit i486_nt Sets the default directory for the playback files to be used for Imported Animation. Sets the default directory for the playback files to be used for Imported Animation. Sets the upper limit for a radius in a CIRCLE statement of NCL file. The value must be positive. If not, 10*part_size is used.

no

Without category Without category Without category

-1

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Category Without category

Name arc_radius_limit

Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category Without category

ask_designate_owne rs ask_designate_owne rs atb_search_path atb_search_path attach_menumanage r attach_menumanage r auto_show_3d_detail _items auto_show_3d_detail _items bmx_param_restrictio ns bmx_param_restrictio ns boeing_extract_bundl e boeing_extract_bundl e check_udf_int_key

Platform Description x86e_win64 Sets the upper limit for a radius in a CIRCLE statement of NCL file. The value must be positive. If not, 10*part_size is used. i486_nt Show the both required and optional owners to be designated. x86e_win64 Show the both required and optional owners to be designated. i486_nt Extends search path for ATB Update and ATB Check Status commands. x86e_win64 Extends search path for ATB Update and ATB Check Status commands. i486_nt Setup menu manager attachment to the main Creo Parametric window. x86e_win64 Setup menu manager attachment to the main Creo Parametric window. i486_nt When set to yes, AEs parallel to the view will be displayed while creating a new view. x86e_win64 When set to yes, AEs parallel to the view will be displayed while creating a new view. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Values -1

Default value

yes, no yes, no

yes yes

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no yes yes yes yes no no yes yes yes yes yes

Yes - Uses the extract bundle algorithm. No - Does not use the extract bundle algorithm. x86e_win64 Yes - Uses the extract bundle algorithm. No - Does not use the extract bundle algorithm. i486_nt Yes - updates UDF internal keys upon group's retrieval. No - skips keys update. check_udf_int_key x86e_win64 Yes - updates UDF internal keys upon group's retrieval. No - skips keys update. collect_dims_in_activ i486_nt This config options allows dimensions to be collected e_layer on the active layer. collect_dims_in_activ x86e_win64 This config options allows dimensions to be collected e_layer on the active layer. combined_views_cus i486_nt Enable / Disable combined views customization. tomization

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Name Platform Description combined_views_cus x86e_win64 Enable / Disable combined views customization. tomization comp_assemble_with i486_nt Settings for assembling component with interface(s). _interface comp_assemble_with x86e_win64 Settings for assembling component with interface(s). _interface comp_interface_plac i486_nt ement

Values yes, no default_multi, default_single, from_list, none default_multi, default_single, from_list, none yes

Default value

default_multi

Without category

default_multi

Without category

Sets the default interface placement type. Interface to interface_to_interface, geometry - place the component using component interface_to_geom interfaces and assembly geometry. Interface to Interface - place the component using assembly and component interfaces.

interface_to_interface

Without category

comp_interface_plac x86e_win64 Sets the default interface placement type. Interface to interface_to_interface, ement geometry - place the component using component interface_to_geom interfaces and assembly geometry. Interface to Interface - place the component using assembly and component interfaces. comp_normal_offset_ i486_nt eps Specifies the angle epsilon such that if the desired surfaces are equal or less than the epsilon (in degrees), then a normal constraint will be created.

interface_to_interface

Without category

10

Without category

comp_normal_offset_ x86e_win64 Specifies the angle epsilon such that if the desired eps surfaces are equal or less than the epsilon (in degrees), then a normal constraint will be created. Specify the angle tolerance for snapping while freeform dragging components. Default value is 30.0 degrees. comp_snap_angle_to x86e_win64 Specify the angle tolerance for snapping while lerance freeform dragging components. Default value is 30.0 degrees. comp_snap_dist_tole i486_nt Specify the distance tolerance for snapping while rance freeform dragging components.Default value is 0.1 (relative to size of component being assembled). comp_snap_angle_to i486_nt lerance

10

Without category

30

Without category

30

Without category

0.1

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Name Platform Description comp_snap_dist_tole x86e_win64 Specify the distance tolerance for snapping while rance freeform dragging components.Default value is 0.1 (relative to size of component being assembled). constraint_reference i486_nt _redefine constraint_reference x86e_win64 _redefine contact_surfaces_ga i486_nt Sets the maximum allowable gap between weld p contact surfaces. contact_surfaces_ga x86e_win64 Sets the maximum allowable gap between weld p contact surfaces. convert_to_wf3_repla i486_nt Convert to Wildfire3 replace functionality. ce convert_to_wf3_repla x86e_win64 Convert to Wildfire3 replace functionality. ce cosmetic_thread_mat i486_nt Sets the tolerance, which is used in the analysis to ch_tolerance match standard thread type and standard radius, to the selected thread surface. cosmetic_thread_mat x86e_win64 Sets the tolerance, which is used in the analysis to ch_tolerance match standard thread type and standard radius, to the selected thread surface. data_sharing_gen_no i486_nt tification data_sharing_gen_no x86e_win64 tification default_comp_geom_ i486_nt Set thespecified Shared Geometry reference control scope conditions to newly added components. default_comp_geom_ x86e_win64 Set thespecified Shared Geometry reference control scope conditions to newly added components. default_comp_invalid i486_nt Set the specified handling method of out-of-scope _refs Accessible references to newly added components. default_comp_invalid x86e_win64 Set the specified handling method of out-of-scope _refs Accessible references to newly added components. default_comp_scope i486_nt _setting Set the specified Accessible reference control conditions to newly added components.

Values 0.1

Default value

keep_constraint_type, reset_constraint_type keep_constraint_type, reset_constraint_type

keep_constraint_type keep_constraint_type 0 0

yes, no yes, no

no no 0.001

0.001

off, on off, on all, pg, none all, pg, none copy, prohibit

off off all all copy

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copy, prohibit

copy

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all, none, subassemblies, skeleton_model

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Name Platform Description default_comp_scope x86e_win64 Set the specified Accessible reference control _setting conditions to newly added components. default_comp_skel_g i486_nt Set the specified Shared Geometry reference control conditions to newly added Skeleton components. eom_scope default_comp_skel_g x86e_win64 Set the specified Shared Geometry reference control eom_scope conditions to newly added Skeleton components. default_comp_skel_s i486_nt cope_setting default_comp_skel_s x86e_win64 cope_setting default_ext_ref_scop i486_nt e Set the specified Accessible reference control conditions to newly added Skeleton components. Set the specified Accessible reference control conditions to newly added Skeleton components. Set default scope for externally referenced models. All - Any model. None - Only current model and children. Skeletons - Any component in model's assembly and higher skeletons on branch. Subassembly - Only components and children in model's assembly.

Values all, none, subassemblies, skeleton_model all, pg, none

Default value all all

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all, pg, none

all

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all, none, subassemblies, skeleton_model all, none, subassemblies, skeleton_model all, none, subassemblies, skeleton_model

all all all

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default_ext_ref_scop x86e_win64 Set default scope for externally referenced models. All all, none, subassemblies, e - Any model. None - Only current model and children. skeleton_model Skeletons - Any component in model's assembly and higher skeletons on branch. Subassembly - Only components and children in model's assembly. default_geom_analys i486_nt Default save type for geometry analysis. is_type default_geom_analys x86e_win64 Default save type for geometry analysis. is_type default_geom_scope i486_nt Default value for Geometry Scope allowed for referencing. default_geom_scope x86e_win64 Default value for Geometry Scope allowed for referencing. default_obj_constrain i486_nt Set the specified Shared Placement reference control ts_scope conditions to newly created models if template models were not used. default_obj_constrain x86e_win64 Set the specified Shared Placement reference control ts_scope conditions to newly created models if template models were not used. quick, saved, feature quick, saved, feature all, pg_if_exists, pg_only all, pg_if_exists, pg_only all, interfaces, none

all

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quick quick all all all

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Description Set the specified Shared Geometry reference control conditions to newly created models if template models were not used. default_object_geom x86e_win64 Set the specified Shared Geometry reference control conditions to newly created models if template models _scope were not used. default_object_invalid i486_nt Sets default condition for reference handling. Prohibit _refs System will abort all attempts to create ext. reference that violates scope. Copy - System will issue warning upon all attempts to create ext. reference that violates scope. default_object_invalid x86e_win64 Sets default condition for reference handling. Prohibit _refs System will abort all attempts to create ext. reference that violates scope. Copy - System will issue warning upon all attempts to create ext. reference that violates scope. default_object_scope i486_nt Set default condition for reference control. All - Any _setting model. None - Only current model and children. Skeletons - Any component in model's assembly ang higher skeletons on branch. Subassembly - Only components and children in model's assembly. default_object_scope x86e_win64 Set default condition for reference control. All - Any _setting model. None - Only current model and children. Skeletons - Any component in model's assembly ang higher skeletons on branch. Subassembly - Only components and children in model's assembly. default_placement_s i486_nt cope default_placement_s x86e_win64 cope designate_model_ite i486_nt m_params Default value for Component Placement Reference filter. Default value for Component Placement Reference filter. When an object is designated, all parameters belonging to that object will be automatically designated as well. designate_model_ite x86e_win64 When an object is designated, all parameters m_params belonging to that object will be automatically designated as well.

Name Platform default_object_geom i486_nt _scope

Values all, pg, none

Default value all

all, pg, none

all

copy, prohibit

copy

copy, prohibit

copy

all, none, subassemblies, skeleton_model

all

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all

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all, intrf_if_exists, intrf_only all, intrf_if_exists, intrf_only yes, no

all all no

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Name Platform disp_in_open_rep_cr i486_nt eate

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Description Simplified Rep to display initially in Open Rep Create: "No" for none, "Yes" for graphics rep, or "Default Rep" to display the rep indicated by option "open_simplified_rep_by_default". disp_in_open_rep_cr x86e_win64 Simplified Rep to display initially in Open Rep Create: eate "No" for none, "Yes" for graphics rep, or "Default Rep" to display the rep indicated by option "open_simplified_rep_by_default". display_all_dims i486_nt Controls the display of dimensions during dynamic edit. display_all_dims x86e_win64 Controls the display of dimensions during dynamic edit. display_ie8_warning_ i486_nt Show/Hide the warning dialog related to Internet dialog Explorer 8 running in Compatibility Mode display_ie8_warning_ x86e_win64 Show/Hide the warning dialog related to Internet dialog Explorer 8 running in Compatibility Mode display_pdm_server_ i486_nt Yes - display summary view of PDM information for quick_view items in session. It applies to ProductPoint only. display_pdm_server_ x86e_win64 Yes - display summary view of PDM information for quick_view items in session. It applies to ProductPoint only. display_popup_viewe i486_nt r No- disable popup viewer, File_Open_Only: display popup viewer only in the file open dialog, Yes: display popup viewer in file open dialog, model tree and in Server Quick View dialog display_popup_viewe x86e_win64 No- disable popup viewer, File_Open_Only: display r popup viewer only in the file open dialog, Yes: display popup viewer in file open dialog, model tree and in Server Quick View dialog display_sketch_dims i486_nt Controls the display of sketch dimensions during dynamic edit. display_sketch_dims x86e_win64 Controls the display of sketch dimensions during dynamic edit. dm_enable_simple_i i486_nt mport_export dm_enable_simple_i x86e_win64 mport_export

Values yes, default rep, no

Default value no

yes, default rep, no

no

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes yes yes yes

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yes, no

yes

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yes, no, file_open_only

file_open_only

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yes, no, file_open_only

file_open_only

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yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

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Name dm_nc_process

Platform i486_nt

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dm_nc_process

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dm_nc_references

Description Sets output of NC process information as content on yes, no the NC Assembly CAD Document in XML Format. YesOutputs the file whenever CAD Document is Saved. No - Does not output the file. x86e_win64 Sets output of NC process information as content on yes, no the NC Assembly CAD Document in XML Format. YesOutputs the file whenever CAD Document is Saved. No - Does not output the file. i486_nt Sets whether reference relationships will be created in yes, no Windchill between the manufacturing model and its deliverables(CL file, tape file and DMIS file).

Values no

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no

yes

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x86e_win64 Sets whether reference relationships will be created in yes, no Windchill between the manufacturing model and its deliverables(CL file, tape file and DMIS file). Controls whether "ECAD import holes configs" (ecad_pin_hole_import & ecad_via_hole_import) will remove holes completely from the import (default) or just pre-set the holes filter UI condition. yes, no

yes

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ecad_load_filtered_h i486_nt oles_to_ui

no

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ecad_load_filtered_h x86e_win64 Controls whether "ECAD import holes configs" oles_to_ui (ecad_pin_hole_import & ecad_via_hole_import) will remove holes completely from the import (default) or just pre-set the holes filter UI condition. Select how holes that are placed on the board outline be exported. Select how holes that are placed on the board outline be exported. Yes - Display 3D ModelSpace tab in the browser when Creo Parametric starts.No - Display 3D ModelSpace tab only when you click a 3D ModelSpace link in the navigator. enable_3dmodelspac x86e_win64 Yes - Display 3D ModelSpace tab in the browser when Creo Parametric starts.No - Display 3D ModelSpace e_browser_tab tab only when you click a 3D ModelSpace link in the navigator. ecad_outline_holes_ i486_nt exp_method ecad_outline_holes_ x86e_win64 exp_method enable_3dmodelspac i486_nt e_browser_tab

yes, no

no

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default, arcs default, arcs yes, no

default default yes

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Description Controls the ability to "pre-select" faces/datums as an entry to Sketch based features such as Extrude, Revolve (input to the internal sketch). enable_face_presele x86e_win64 Controls the ability to "pre-select" faces/datums as an entry to Sketch based features such as Extrude, ction Revolve (input to the internal sketch). enable_face_thread_t i486_nt Allows/disallows face option for thread turning urning sequence. enable_face_thread_t x86e_win64 Allows/disallows face option for thread turning urning sequence. enable_offset_fan_cu i486_nt Enables fan curve option for offset tool. rve enable_offset_fan_cu x86e_win64 Enables fan curve option for offset tool. rve enable_opengl_shad i486_nt Enable OpenGL Phong lighting. er enable_opengl_shad x86e_win64 Enable OpenGL Phong lighting. er esr_mass_properties i486_nt Defines whether to include all immediate components of external simplified repinto Mass Properties calculations or only defined state of design assembly.

Name Platform enable_face_presele i486_nt ction

Values yes, no yes

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yes, no

yes

yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes design_only, extended

no no no no yes yes design_only

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esr_mass_properties x86e_win64 Defines whether to include all immediate components design_only, extended of external simplified repinto Mass Properties calculations or only defined state of design assembly. expand_all_with_nest i486_nt Yes - expand all including nested sub layers. ed_layers expand_all_with_nest x86e_win64 Yes - expand all including nested sub layers. ed_layers fasthlr_drawing i486_nt Specifies whether fast hidden line removal is on/off by default. fasthlr_drawing x86e_win64 Specifies whether fast hidden line removal is on/off by default. file_dialog_units_clas i486_nt Sets the units for manikin attributes displayed in the s File Open dialog. file_dialog_units_clas x86e_win64 Sets the units for manikin attributes displayed in the s File Open dialog. yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes ips, mks ips, mks

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Description Controls the format of time stamps in file dialogs and the folder browser. The format for the setting is a string consisting of up to seven portions: the year, the month, and the date, the hours, minutes, seconds and am/pm designator. You can enter the portions in any order. file_timestamp_forma x86e_win64 Controls the format of time stamps in file dialogs and the folder browser. The format for the setting is a t string consisting of up to seven portions: the year, the month, and the date, the hours, minutes, seconds and am/pm designator. You can enter the portions in any order. Yes - enables new UDF replacement with family table yes, no group_repl_with_recy i486_nt instances that prevents children failures. No - UDF cle replacement will work in the same manner as Wildfire 3.0 and earlier releases. group_repl_with_recy x86e_win64 Yes - enables new UDF replacement with family table yes, no cle instances that prevents children failures. No - UDF replacement will work in the same manner as Wildfire 3.0 and earlier releases. group_replace_rena i486_nt Yes - updates replaced group name with replacement yes, no me group name. No - preserves existing name of the group being replaced if it is a user-given name. group_replace_rena me x86e_win64 Yes - updates replaced group name with replacement yes, no group name. No - preserves existing name of the group being replaced if it is a user-given name. no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no

Name Platform file_timestamp_forma i486_nt t

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Default value %dd-%mmm-%yy

%dd-%mmm-%yy

yes

yes

yes

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hdic_export_v5_to_w i486_nt Enables HDIC export for CATIA V5 to Workspace. s_enable hdic_export_v5_to_w x86e_win64 Enables HDIC export for CATIA V5 to Workspace. s_enable idd_repair_tangency i486_nt Sets the default state of the "Repair Tangency" checkbox in the Repair and Match tools idd_repair_tangency x86e_win64 Sets the default state of the "Repair Tangency" checkbox in the Repair and Match tools

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Name Platform ignore_all_ref_scope i486_nt _settings

Description Controls whether object-specific reference scope settings are ignored or not. Environment scope settings will still be enforced. See also allow_ref_scope_change and default_ext_ref_scope

Values yes, no no

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ignore_all_ref_scope x86e_win64 Controls whether object-specific reference scope _settings settings are ignored or not. Environment scope settings will still be enforced. See also allow_ref_scope_change and default_ext_ref_scope ignore_export_geom _declaration ignore_export_geom _declaration include_all_tools_in_li st include_all_tools_in_li st intf_pdf_u3d_create_ u3d_files i486_nt Ignore Export Geometry settings.

yes, no

no

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yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

no no no no no

x86e_win64 Ignore Export Geometry settings. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt Show/hide inapplicable cutting tools in mfg sequence UI. Show/hide inapplicable cutting tools in mfg sequence UI. YES - When exporting a Creo Parametric model as PDF U3D file, create a U3D file of the same name as the PDF file. YES - When exporting a Creo Parametric model as PDF U3D file, create a U3D file of the same name as the PDF file. Enables export of blanked layer entities. If an entity is placed on a layer that is blanked and this option is set to YES, the entity will be exported. Enables export of blanked layer entities. If an entity is placed on a layer that is blanked and this option is set to YES, the entity will be exported. Allows the user to switch between the default and alternate converter version for export to CATIA V5 Allows the user to switch between the default and alternate converter version for export to CATIA V5 Name of JT configuration file.

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intf_pdf_u3d_create_ x86e_win64 u3d_files intf2d_out_blanked_l i486_nt ayers intf2d_out_blanked_l x86e_win64 ayers intf3d_out_catia_v5_ version intf3d_out_catia_v5_ version intf3d_out_jt_config_ name intf3d_out_jt_config_ name i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

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no

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16, 17, 18, 19, 20 16, 17, 18, 19, 20

16 16

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Name Platform Description intf3d_out_jt_config_ i486_nt Path to JT configuration file. path intf3d_out_jt_config_ x86e_win64 Path to JT configuration file. path jlink_java_command i486_nt Specifies a command to start JRE for J-Link. May contain arguments and environment variables. Overrides the default, see also jlink_java2. jlink_java_command x86e_win64 Specifies a command to start JRE for J-Link. May contain arguments and environment variables. Overrides the default, see also jlink_java2. keep_model_in_open i486_nt Controls whether a model is displayed in its window _window whenthe accessory window is open. keep_model_in_open x86e_win64 Controls whether a model is displayed in its window _window whenthe accessory window is open. keep_style_items_hid i486_nt Keep style entities hidden after exiting of the Style den_on_exit feature definition. keep_style_items_hid x86e_win64 Keep style entities hidden after exiting of the Style den_on_exit feature definition. layer_rule_retrieve_o i486_nt This option controls whether or not the system will bjects retrieve additional objects needed to evaluate a layer rule. OK tells the system to retrieve the objects. Cancel stops evaluation of the rule. layer_rule_retrieve_o x86e_win64 This option controls whether or not the system will bjects retrieve additional objects needed to evaluate a layer rule. OK tells the system to retrieve the objects. Cancel stops evaluation of the rule. layout_default_entity_ i486_nt Allows to change the default ce entity type to be public type or private. layout_default_entity_ x86e_win64 Allows to change the default ce entity type to be public type or private. layout_scroll_bars i486_nt Show/Hides scroll bars. layout_scroll_bars x86e_win64 Show/Hides scroll bars. layout_snap i486_nt Enable/Disable snapping to geometry and guides. layout_snap x86e_win64 Enable/Disable snapping to geometry and guides.

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no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no promt, ok, cancel

no no no no promt

promt, ok, cancel

promt

private, public private, public yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no

private private yes yes yes yes

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Description Set and automatically create the default directory for saving and retrieving user-defined symbols. If you do not specify a directory, Layout will use the same directory as Creo Parametric drawings. Use full path name to avoid problems. layout_symbol_dir x86e_win64 Set and automatically create the default directory for saving and retrieving user-defined symbols. If you do not specify a directory, Layout will use the same directory as Creo Parametric drawings. Use full path name to avoid problems. layout_symbol_inst_p i486_nt Specifies the location of the layout symbol instance alette_file palette. If you do not specify a directory, layout will use the same palette as Creo Parametric drawings. Use full path name to avoid problems.

Platform i486_nt

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Default value <work_dir>\config.pro_cronj obs\dump_i486_nt\

<work_dir>\config.pro_cronj obs\dump_x86e_win64\

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layout_symbol_inst_p x86e_win64 Specifies the location of the layout symbol instance palette. If you do not specify a directory, layout will use alette_file the same palette as Creo Parametric drawings. Use full path name to avoid problems. Specifies the default directory for layout template files.Use full pathname to avoid problems. layout_template_dir x86e_win64 Specifies the default directory for layout template files.Use full pathname to avoid problems. lda_batch_mapping_ i486_nt Specifies the options for mapping in LDA from dBatch. all, model_only, views_only, option annotations_only, model_and_views, views_and_annotations lda_batch_mapping_ x86e_win64 Specifies the options for mapping in LDA from dBatch. all, model_only, views_only, option annotations_only, model_and_views, views_and_annotations lda_map_file i486_nt Path to the file containing the list of matching drawings and solid models. lda_map_file x86e_win64 Path to the file containing the list of matching drawings and solid models. lda_model_dir i486_nt Path to the directory containing the solid models. layout_template_dir i486_nt

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all

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Name lda_model_dir lda_overall_view_ma p_time_limit lda_overall_view_ma p_time_limit lda_view_map_time_l imit lda_view_map_time_l imit manikin_drag_auto_l ocks manikin_drag_auto_l ocks manikin_drag_legacy _rotate

Platform Description x86e_win64 Path to the directory containing the solid models. i486_nt Specifies LDA overall view mapping time limit in seconds. x86e_win64 Specifies LDA overall view mapping time limit in seconds. i486_nt Specifies LDA single view mapping time limit in seconds. x86e_win64 Specifies LDA single view mapping time limit in seconds. i486_nt Manikin drag auto locks x86e_win64 Manikin drag auto locks i486_nt controls whether to rotate around axis manikin drag mode invokes the old rotate version (or the forward kinematics new version controls whether to rotate around axis manikin drag mode invokes the old rotate version (or the forward kinematics new version Sets the level of flexibility that is allowed when dragging a manikin. FULL - All Manikin segments are articulated.NONE - Manikin is calculated as a single body. DEFAULT - Manikin finger segments are locked to a single body. Sets the level of flexibility that is allowed when dragging a manikin. FULL - All Manikin segments are articulated.NONE - Manikin is calculated as a single body. DEFAULT - Manikin finger segments are locked to a single body. Controls whether a manikin's existing posture is applied to a replacement manikin. Controls whether a manikin's existing posture is applied to a replacement manikin. Controls whether to take into the account values from mass properties file. Controls whether to take into the account values from mass properties file.

Values 300 300 60 60 yes, no yes, no yes, no yes yes no

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manikin_drag_legacy x86e_win64 _rotate manikin_flexibility i486_nt

yes, no

no

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full, none, default

default

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manikin_flexibility

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full, none, default

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manikin_replace_kee p_posture manikin_replace_kee p_posture mass_prop_load_fro m_file mass_prop_load_fro m_file

i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64

yes, no yes, no by_request, always by_request, always

yes yes by_request by_request

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Name Platform measure_dec_places i486_nt

Description This configuration option controls the number of digits after the decimal point. If value = -1, this configuration is ignored and measure_sig_figures is used

Values -1

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measure_dec_places x86e_win64 This configuration option controls the number of digits after the decimal point. If value = -1, this configuration is ignored and measure_sig_figures is used Enable/Disable auto referencing for Manufacturing template Enable/Disable auto referencing for Manufacturing template Specifies distance between automatically created retract plane and step coordinate system. Will be applied to the new steps created in process manager if operation retract cannot be used. mfg_auto_retract_cle x86e_win64 Specifies distance between automatically created ar_dist retract plane and step coordinate system. Will be applied to the new steps created in process manager if operation retract cannot be used. mfg_process_print_di i486_nt Specifies the directory where Mfg Process html page r get stored. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. mfg_process_print_di x86e_win64 Specifies the directory where Mfg Process html page r get stored. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. mfg_process_sync_b i486_nt y_default Specifies whether all steps created in the Process yes, no Manager get automatically synchronized with features in the Pro/NC assembly. You can change steps later in the dialog box open during the session. mfg_auto_ref_mfg_te i486_nt mplate mfg_auto_ref_mfg_te x86e_win64 mplate mfg_auto_retract_cle i486_nt ar_dist yes, no yes, no

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no no -0.001

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-0.001

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yes

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mfg_process_sync_b x86e_win64 Specifies whether all steps created in the Process yes, no y_default Manager get automatically synchronized with features in the Pro/NC assembly. You can change steps later in the dialog box open during the session.

yes

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Description Specifies the directory where Mfg Process Table settings get stored. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. mfg_process_table_s x86e_win64 Specifies the directory where Mfg Process Table settings get stored. Use the full pathname to avoid etup_dir problems. mfg_process_templat i486_nt Specifies the directory where Mfg Process Templates e_dir get stored. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. mfg_process_templat x86e_win64 Specifies the directory where Mfg Process Templates e_dir get stored. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. mfg_setup_dir Specifies the directory which contains all manufacturing related setup files for the current session. mfg_setup_dir x86e_win64 Specifies the directory which contains all manufacturing related setup files for the current session. mfg_tap_mat_rem_c i486_nt The factor is used to consider the threading of tapping oef tool. The estimate removed material value of tapping sequence is presented as estimate removed material value multiplied by this factor. The factor should be greater than 0 and upto 1.0. mfg_tap_mat_rem_c x86e_win64 The factor is used to consider the threading of tapping oef tool. The estimate removed material value of tapping sequence is presented as estimate removed material value multiplied by this factor. The factor should be greater than 0 and upto 1.0. mfg_tool_dialog_setu i486_nt Specifies the XML based file to setup Tool Dialog. p_file mfg_tool_dialog_setu x86e_win64 Specifies the XML based file to setup Tool Dialog. p_file mfg_udf_info_setup_f i486_nt Specify name and path of the file containing udf and ile mfg criteria values . mfg_udf_info_setup_f x86e_win64 Specify name and path of the file containing udf and ile mfg criteria values . model_allow_ref_sco i486_nt Yes - Users can change the scope setting of yes, no pe_change components. i486_nt

Name Platform mfg_process_table_s i486_nt etup_dir

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Name Platform Description model_allow_ref_sco x86e_win64 Yes - Users can change the scope setting of yes, no pe_change components. model_tree_font i486_nt Specify font used in the Creo Parametric Model Tree. specify the comma-delimited variables in any order (italic bold, 24, times or 24, times, italic bold have the same effect). Any omitted variable uses the standard setting. model_tree_font x86e_win64 Specify font used in the Creo Parametric Model Tree. specify the comma-delimited variables in any order (italic bold, 24, times or 24, times, italic bold have the same effect). Any omitted variable uses the standard setting. modelcheck_dir i486_nt Specifies path to the ModelCHECK configuration files. modelcheck_dir mp_calc_level mp_calc_level multiple_skeletons_al lowed multiple_skeletons_al lowed nc_jobman_visible x86e_win64 Specifies path to the ModelCHECK configuration files. i486_nt Specifies the level of mass properties calculation. x86e_win64 Specifies the level of mass properties calculation. i486_nt Allows/restricts multiple skeleton. x86e_win64 Allows/restricts multiple skeleton. i486_nt

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assembly_only, all_models assembly_only, all_models yes, no yes, no

assembly_only assembly_only no no no

Yes - make "Submit Path" and "Abort Path" visible. No yes, no - make "Submit Path" and "Abort Path"invisible.

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x86e_win64 Yes - make "Submit Path" and "Abort Path" visible. No yes, no - make "Submit Path" and "Abort Path"invisible. Yes - Create out bound curve. no no yes, no yes, no

no

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no no yes yes

ncseq_outbnd_curve x86e_win64 Yes - Create out bound curve. new_ref_part_name_ i486_nt disabled new_ref_part_name_ x86e_win64 disabled

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Description Yes - Use Component Chooser base Simp Rep UI, No - Use old Simp Rep definition UI. Yes - Use Component Chooser base Simp Rep UI, No - Use old Simp Rep definition UI. Yes - datum properties dialog has button for old-style set datum. No - datum properties dialog does not have button for old-style set datum. old_style_set_datum x86e_win64 Yes - datum properties dialog has button for old-style set datum. No - datum properties dialog does not have button for old-style set datum. orientation_style i486_nt Set spin orientation style to dynamic or anchored. orientation_style x86e_win64 Set spin orientation style to dynamic or anchored. output_mfg_xml i486_nt Allows export/import mfg model to/from xml file. Yesmake Export/Import options visible. No - make them invisible. output_mfg_xml x86e_win64 Allows export/import mfg model to/from xml file. Yesmake Export/Import options visible. No - make them invisible. pattern_exact_increm i486_nt When pattern incremental dimensions are calculated ental_dim from expressions, round them to the decimal places set by config option default_dec_places. pattern_exact_increm x86e_win64 When pattern incremental dimensions are calculated ental_dim from expressions, round them to the decimal places set by config option default_dec_places. pdm_server_quickvie w_rows_num pdm_server_quickvie w_rows_num pipe_3d_bend_theor _int_pts pipe_3d_bend_theor _int_pts plot_names_with_she et i486_nt Sets the default number of rows for the pdm quick view list. x86e_win64 Sets the default number of rows for the pdm quick view list. i486_nt Yes - Displays theoretical intersections and bends in three-dimensional models. x86e_win64 Yes - Displays theoretical intersections and bends in three-dimensional models. i486_nt Yes - Plot file names are appended with _(sheet number) before file extension.

Name Platform new_wf5_simp_rep_ i486_nt ui new_wf5_simp_rep_ x86e_win64 ui old_style_set_datum i486_nt

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no yes yes yes

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yes, no

yes

anchored, dynamic anchored, dynamic yes, no

dynamic dynamic no

yes, no

no

no, yes

no

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no

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Name plot_names_with_she et popup_refpairintch_w indow popup_refpairintch_w indow prime_analysis_direct ory

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Platform Description x86e_win64 Yes - Plot file names are appended with _(sheet number) before file extension. i486_nt Bring forward the window being used with the reference pairing table. x86e_win64 Bring forward the window being used with the reference pairing table. i486_nt Sets the default directory for the Prime files to be used for Prime analysis calculations. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. prime_analysis_direct x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the Prime files to be used ory for Prime analysis calculations. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. prime_automapping i486_nt Toggles Prime analysis automapping of variables prime_automapping x86e_win64 Toggles Prime analysis automapping of variables pro_design_test_mod i486_nt Sets the default directory for the Design Test mode e_dir data. If not specified, your current working directory is the default. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. pro_design_test_mod x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the Design Test mode e_dir data. If not specified, your current working directory is the default. Use the full pathname to avoid problems. propagate_by_default i486_nt Yes - Allow propagation by default.

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no no no no

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yes, no yes, no

no no

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yes, no yes, no

no no <creo_loadpoint\manikin_lit e\

propagate_by_default x86e_win64 Yes - Allow propagation by default. ptc_manikin_library_ i486_nt path Sets the default directory for the Creo Parametric manikin library (or custom manikin libraries you built containing the proper index menu files). Use the full path name to avoid problems.You must restart Creo Parametric for the change to take effect.

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Name Platform Description ptc_manikin_library_ x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the Creo Parametric path manikin library (or custom manikin libraries you built containing the proper index menu files). Use the full path name to avoid problems.You must restart Creo Parametric for the change to take effect. ptc_manikin_posture i486_nt _path

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Default value <creo_loadpoint\manikin_lit e\

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Sets the default directory for the Creo Parametric manikin postures (or custom posture libraries you built). Use the full path name to avoid problems.You must restart Creo Parametric for the change to take effect. ptc_manikin_posture x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the Creo Parametric _path manikin postures (or custom posture libraries you built). Use the full path name to avoid problems.You must restart Creo Parametric for the change to take effect. qty_balloon_change_ i486_nt Sets the warning style when quantity balloons have dialog, message warning changed in a drawing.Dialog displays the warning in a dialog box, Message displays the warning in the message area only. qty_balloon_change_ x86e_win64 Sets the warning style when quantity balloons have dialog, message warning changed in a drawing.Dialog displays the warning in a dialog box, Message displays the warning in the message area only. quick_print_drawing_ i486_nt Specify the path and name of a drawing template to template be used by the File > Quick Print command. quick_print_drawing_ x86e_win64 Specify the path and name of a drawing template to template be used by the File > Quick Print command. quick_print_plotter_c i486_nt Specify the path and name of the default plotter config onfig_file file to be used by the File > Quick Print command. quick_print_plotter_c x86e_win64 Specify the path and name of the default plotter config onfig_file file to be used by the File > Quick Print command. radial_hole_linear_di i486_nt m radial_hole_linear_di x86e_win64 m YES - Option for creation of radial hole with a linear dimension will be available. YES - Option for creation of radial hole with a linear dimension will be available. yes, no yes, no

dialog

dialog

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Name Platform ref_scope_copy_colo i486_nt r ref_scope_copy_colo x86e_win64 r ref_scope_copy_colo r_change ref_scope_copy_colo r_change ref_scope_no_pick_t o_copy ref_scope_no_pick_t o_copy ref_scope_no_pick_t o_prohibit ref_scope_no_pick_t o_prohibit ref_scope_prohibit_c olor i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

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ref_scope_prohibit_c x86e_win64 olor ref_scope_prohibit_c i486_nt olor_change ref_scope_prohibit_c x86e_win64 olor_change regen_failure_handlin i486_nt g

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Description Set the color of backed up references according to RGB values. Enter RGB values between 0 and 100 separated by space. Set the color of backed up references according to RGB values. Enter RGB values between 0 and 100 separated by space. Enable changing colors of backuped references during selection. Enable changing colors of backuped references during selection. Disable selecting references backuped by references control. Disable selecting references backuped by references control. Disable selecting references prohibited by references control. Disable selecting references prohibited by references control. Set the color of prohibited references according to RGB values. Enter RGB values between 0 and 100 separated by space. Set the color of prohibited references according to RGB values. Enter RGB values between 0 and 100 separated by space. Enable changing colors of prohibited references during selection. Enable changing colors of prohibited references during selection. Specifies whether to enter resolve mode when regeneration failures occur.Resolve_mode - Enter resolve mode when regeneration failures occur. No_resolve_mode - Don't enter resolve mode when regeneration failures occur. Specifies whether to enter resolve mode when regeneration failures occur.Resolve_mode - Enter resolve mode when regeneration failures occur. No_resolve_mode - Don't enter resolve mode when regeneration failures occur.

Values 55

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55

no, yes no, yes no, yes no, yes no, yes no, yes

yes yes no no yes yes 45

45

no, yes no, yes resolve_mode, no_resolve_mode

yes yes no_resolve_mode

resolve_mode, no_resolve_mode

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Name regen_int_mdls_on_r etr regen_int_mdls_on_r etr regen_solid_before_s ave regen_solid_before_s ave relations_num_const _units

Platform i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

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relations_num_const x86e_win64 _units relations_units_sensit i486_nt ive

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remember_last_attac i486_nt h_type remember_last_attac x86e_win64 h_type remember_replaced_ i486_nt components

Description Yes to regen models intersected with assem feats during assembly retrieval. Yes to regen models intersected with assem feats during assembly retrieval. Controls whether to regenerate top model,or promot user before regeneration if it is required Controls whether to regenerate top model,or promot user before regeneration if it is required Specifies whether diagnostic should be issued when an unitless numeric value causes relation expression evaluation trouble. Specifies whether diagnostic should be issued when an unitless numeric value causes relation expression evaluation trouble. Set the default unit sensitivity (ignore or take into account parameter/dimensions units) in creation of new relation data (legacy relation data will not be unit sensitive until "converted" to one). Set the default unit sensitivity (ignore or take into account parameter/dimensions units) in creation of new relation data (legacy relation data will not be unit sensitive until "converted" to one). Yes - Sets the default of the ATTACH TYPE menu of the last options picked. Yes - Sets the default of the ATTACH TYPE menu of the last options picked. Set to "Yes" this option will preserve a dependency to the replaced, outgoing, component. Set to "No" the dependency will, when possible, be removed.

Values yes, no yes, no prompt, yes, no prompt, yes, no yes, no no no prompt prompt no

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yes, no

no

yes, no

yes

yes, no

yes

yes, no yes, no yes, no

yes yes yes

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remember_replaced_ x86e_win64 Set to "Yes" this option will preserve a dependency to yes, no components the replaced, outgoing, component. Set to "No" the dependency will, when possible, be removed. replace_comp_notes i486_nt _method Specify treatment of notes when components are transfer, remove, preserve replaced. Transfer - transfer to new component. Remove - remove the notes. Preserve - save notes in case component is restored.

yes

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Name Platform Description replace_comp_notes x86e_win64 Specify treatment of notes when components are _method replaced. Transfer - transfer to new component. Remove - remove the notes. Preserve - save notes in case component is restored. restricted_val_definiti i486_nt Specify name and path of the file contained restricted on values definition. restricted_val_definiti x86e_win64 Specify name and path of the file contained restricted on values definition. retrieve_display i486_nt Controls whether or not graphics data is loaded in the background. retrieve_display x86e_win64 Controls whether or not graphics data is loaded in the background. retrieve_merge_ref_p i486_nt Automatic reference parts retrieval for dependent arts Merge. retrieve_merge_ref_p x86e_win64 Automatic reference parts retrieval for dependent arts Merge. reverse_spiral_finish i486_nt If the option value is 1, the tool path is obtained from _type standard one by reversing it; if the option value is 2, the tool path starts from an inner circle. reverse_spiral_finish x86e_win64 If the option value is 1, the tool path is obtained from _type standard one by reversing it; if the option value is 2, the tool path starts from an inner circle. round_prewf5_displa i486_nt yed_dim_val round_prewf5_displa x86e_win64 yed_dim_val save_hidden_items_ i486_nt w_status Rounds the displayed value Rounds the displayed value

Values transfer, remove, preserve

Default value transfer

background, foreground background, foreground yes, no, ignore_missing yes, no, ignore_missing

background background no no

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The items on the "Hidden Items" temporary layer are stored permanently when layer display status is saved with Save Status command. save_hidden_items_ x86e_win64 The items on the "Hidden Items" temporary layer are w_status stored permanently when layer display status is saved with Save Status command. save_view_states_m i486_nt Setup the method used on saving view states ethod changes. save_view_states_m x86e_win64 Setup the method used on saving view states ethod changes.

round all, round none, calculated round all, round none, calculated yes, no

calculated calculated yes

yes, no

yes

prompt, save changes, discard prompt changes prompt, save changes, discard prompt changes

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Name scope_invalid_refs

Platform i486_nt

Description Values Prohibit - System will abort all attempts to create copy, prohibit external reference violating the scope. Backup Warning appears. Abort reference creation or declare as out-of-scope reference. If you declare, backup copies to part/assembly and backup is referenced.

Default value copy

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x86e_win64 Prohibit - System will abort all attempts to create copy, prohibit external reference violating the scope. Backup Warning appears. Abort reference creation or declare as out-of-scope reference. If you declare, backup copies to part/assembly and backup is referenced. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt Yes - show a column for Description field for all tabs in view manager. Yes - show a column for Description field for all tabs in view manager. Sets the default display state of internal sketch dimensions in the feature definition environment. Sets the default display state of internal sketch dimensions in the feature definition environment. Yes - Sketching guides will be shown; No - Sketching guides will not be shown. Yes - Sketching guides will be shown; No - Sketching guides will not be shown. Toggles display of the current coordinate system triad in the lower right corner of the window. Toggles display of the current coordinate system triad in the lower right corner of the window. Toggles display of structure connection icons. yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes no, yes no, yes yes, no

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show_description_vie w_mgr show_description_vie w_mgr show_sketch_dims_i n_feature show_sketch_dims_i n_feature show_sketcher_guide s show_sketcher_guide s sim_display_current_ csys_triad sim_display_current_ csys_triad sim_display_interface s sim_display_interface s sim_display_shell_pa irs sim_display_shell_pa irs sim_display_z_buffer ed

no no no no yes yes

x86e_win64 Toggles display of structure connection icons. i486_nt Toggles the display of shell pairs.

x86e_win64 Toggles the display of shell pairs. i486_nt Toggles z-buffered display of Creo Simulate icons.

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Name sim_display_z_buffer ed sim_ext_distribution_ dir sim_ext_distribution_ dir sim_nastran_use_co upmass sim_nastran_use_co upmass sim_output_obj_nam es sim_output_obj_nam es sim_run_num_thread s

Platform Description x86e_win64 Toggles z-buffered display of Creo Simulate icons. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt Specifies the location of external distribution files for loads. Specifies the location of external distribution files for loads. Add PARAM,COUPMASS,1 in the Nastran deck file to enforce consistent mass matrix generation. Add PARAM,COUPMASS,1 in the Nastran deck file to enforce consistent mass matrix generation. Output Beam Sections names, Analyses names, Coordinate Systems names as comments. Output Beam Sections names, Analyses names, Coordinate Systems names as comments. Controls the number of CPUs that Creo Simulate Native mode will use for running the analysis. The possible values are: ALL (default), ALL_BUT_1, ALL_BUT_2, 2, 1, HALF. Controls the number of CPUs that Creo Simulate Native mode will use for running the analysis. The possible values are: ALL (default), ALL_BUT_1, ALL_BUT_2, 2, 1, HALF. Controls display of Simplified Representations columns in Model Tree,'Automatic'-'Current Rep' column is shown automatically when a rep is activated, 'Manual' visibility of thecolumn is fully controlled by user, pre-Wildfire 6 behavior. Controls display of Simplified Representations columns in Model Tree,'Automatic'-'Current Rep' column is shown automatically when a rep is activated, 'Manual' visibility of thecolumn is fully controlled by user, pre-Wildfire 6 behavior. Specifies simplified representation model tree column format. Specifies simplified representation model tree column format.

Values yes, no

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yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no all, all_but_1, all_but_2, 2, 1, half

no no no no all

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all, all_but_1, all_but_2, 2, 1, half

all

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automatic, manual

automatic

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automatic, manual

automatic

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simprep_column_for i486_nt mat simprep_column_for x86e_win64 mat

names only, icons only, icons and names names only, icons only, icons and names

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Description Enables retrieving on-demand the Master rep ofan activated model. When an assembly is activatedthe Assembly only rep is retrieved. simprep_ondemand_ x86e_win64 Enables retrieving on-demand the Master rep ofan activated model. When an assembly is activatedthe activation Assembly only rep is retrieved. simprep_ondemand_ i486_nt Determines if a model retrieved on demandshould be cleanup removed or erased.Disabled - the model will not be removedand will remain in the assembly.Removed the model will be removed. Remove_Erase - The model will be removedand erased from memory.

Name Platform simprep_ondemand_ i486_nt activation

Values yes, no yes

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yes, no

yes

disable, restore, restore_and_erase

restore

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simprep_ondemand_ x86e_win64 Determines if a model retrieved on demandshould be disable, restore, cleanup removed or erased.Disabled - the model will not be restore_and_erase removedand will remain in the assembly.Removed the model will be removed. Remove_Erase - The model will be removedand erased from memory. simprep_ondemand_ i486_nt editing Enables on demand retrieval of an edited item and its parent references.Configuration tools (Family Tables, Relations, etc) will retrieverequired models accordingly.Automatic - Retrieves the minimum rep required to perform the operation. simprep_ondemand_ x86e_win64 Enables on demand retrieval of an edited item and its editing parent references.Configuration tools (Family Tables, Relations, etc) will retrieverequired models accordingly.Automatic - Retrieves the minimum rep required to perform the operation. simprep_ondemand_ i486_nt Enables on demand retrieval of requiredmodels during regeneration regeneration.Can affect regeneration performance. disable, master, automatic, master_with_ancestors

restore

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automatic

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disable, master, automatic, master_with_ancestors

automatic

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automatic

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simprep_ondemand_ x86e_win64 Enables on demand retrieval of requiredmodels during automatic, master, disable regeneration regeneration.Can affect regeneration performance. sketcher_alignment_ i486_nt constr Yes - Alignment constraints will be used by Intent no, yes Manager; No - Alignment constraints will not be used.

automatic

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Name Platform Description sketcher_alignment_ x86e_win64 Yes - Alignment constraints will be used by Intent no, yes constr Manager; No - Alignment constraints will not be used. sketcher_curve_color _synch sketcher_curve_color _synch sketcher_diagonal_c onstr sketcher_diagonal_c onstr sketcher_palette_pat h i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt yes, no yes, no

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yes yes no no

Yes - Diagonal constraints will be used; No - Diagonal no, yes constraints will not be used. x86e_win64 Yes - Diagonal constraints will be used; No - Diagonal no, yes constraints will not be used. i486_nt Sets the default directory for the user sketcher shape library. Use the full path name to avoid problems.

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sketcher_palette_pat x86e_win64 Sets the default directory for the user sketcher shape h library. Use the full path name to avoid problems. sketcher_strngthn_to i486_nt _def_dec_pl This option enable the user to keep a highly precise value during creation or convertion strong dimension. yes, no yes

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sketcher_strngthn_to x86e_win64 This option enable the user to keep a highly precise _def_dec_pl value during creation or convertion strong dimension. smaller_bundle_min_ i486_nt bend_rad smaller_bundle_min_ x86e_win64 bend_rad snap_single_constrai i486_nt nts Setup whether to consider the thickness of the bundle when set up the minimum bend radius. Setup whether to consider the thickness of the bundle when set up the minimum bend radius. When dynamically dragging components during component placement, allow to snap to references one constraint at a time. snap_single_constrai x86e_win64 When dynamically dragging components during nts component placement, allow to snap to references one constraint at a time. spin_with_orientation i486_nt Display orientation center while reorienting. _center spin_with_orientation x86e_win64 Display orientation center while reorienting. _center

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Name style_auto_regen_cur ves style_auto_regen_cur ves style_auto_regen_sh aded_surface style_auto_regen_sh aded_surface style_auto_regen_sur face style_auto_regen_sur face style_connection_arr ow_scale style_connection_arr ow_scale style_default_connect ions style_default_connect ions style_display_grid style_display_grid style_grid_spacing style_grid_spacing

Platform i486_nt

Description Yes - Enable autoregeneration of curves.

Values yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes yes yes yes yes yes 1 1 yes, no yes, no yes, no yes, no yes yes yes yes 5 5 70

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x86e_win64 Yes - Enable autoregeneration of curves. i486_nt Yes - Enable autoregeneration of shaded surfaces.

x86e_win64 Yes - Enable autoregeneration of shaded surfaces. i486_nt Yes - Enable autoregeneration of surfaces.

x86e_win64 Yes - Enable autoregeneration of surfaces. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 Set scale factor of surface connection arrow. Number should be greater then 0. Set scale factor of surface connection arrow. Number should be greater then 0. Yes - Add connections to a newly created Style surface. Yes - Add connections to a newly created Style surface. Yes - Display grid for active datum plane. Yes - Display grid for active datum plane. Set the number of lines to display on the grid. Number should be equal or greater than 2. Set the number of lines to display on the grid. Number should be equal or greater than 2. Set the value of transparency for components set to "Transparent" in style state.Value must be between 0 and 100. Set the value of transparency for components set to "Transparent" in style state.Value must be between 0 and 100. On - Display surfaces mesh. Off - Do not display surfaces mesh. Off When Shaded - Display surfaces mesh except when shaded. On - Display surfaces mesh. Off - Do not display surfaces mesh. Off When Shaded - Display surfaces mesh except when shaded.

style_state_transpare i486_nt ncy style_state_transpare x86e_win64 ncy style_surface_mesh_ i486_nt display style_surface_mesh_ x86e_win64 display

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off, on, off when shaded

off

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off, on, off when shaded

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Name Platform style_surface_mesh_ i486_nt quality style_surface_mesh_ x86e_win64 quality template_config_asm i486_nt template_config_asm x86e_win64 template_container template_container template_esrasm template_esrasm template_layout template_layout tool_path_preview_d efault tool_path_preview_d efault trace_thru_splice_co nnector trace_thru_splice_co nnector tracesketch tracesketch travel_bounds_displa y travel_bounds_displa y travel_bounds_transp arency travel_bounds_transp arency i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt

Description Sets the quality of the surface mesh. Values range is between 0.1 to 10. Sets the quality of the surface mesh. Values range is between 0.1 to 10. Specifies the default configurable assembly template file.Use full pathname to avoid problems. Specifies the default configurable assembly template file.Use full pathname to avoid problems. Specifies the default container template file.Use full pathname to avoid problems. Specifies the default container template file.Use full pathname to avoid problems. Specifies the designated template ESR assembly. Use full path to avoid problems. Specifies the designated template ESR assembly. Use full path to avoid problems. Specifies the default layout template file.Use full pathname to avoid problems. Specifies the default layout template file.Use full pathname to avoid problems. Sets tool path preview default mode to OFF.

Values 1 1

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inlbs_asm_esr.asm inlbs_asm_esr.asm

off, on, auto off, on, auto yes, no yes, no no, yes no, yes yes, no yes, no

auto auto no no yes yes no no 0.8 0.8

x86e_win64 Sets tool path preview default mode to OFF. Report the from/to connectors of cables passing through splices correctly. x86e_win64 Report the from/to connectors of cables passing through splices correctly. i486_nt Display tracesketches outside of Style feature x86e_win64 Display tracesketches outside of Style feature i486_nt Enable travel bounds display. x86e_win64 Enable travel bounds display. i486_nt Transparency value for machine bound display. i486_nt

x86e_win64 Transparency value for machine bound display.

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Name Platform turn_avoid_holder_int i486_nt erference turn_avoid_holder_int x86e_win64 erference upd_param_on_retr_ i486_nt mark_modified

Description Yes - Tool holder interference will be ignored during yes, no Turning toolpath calculation. Yes - Tool holder interference will be ignored during yes, no Turning toolpath calculation. Allows/disallows mark model as changed if as a result yes, no of mass properties/relations calculation during retrieval some parameter values are changed.

Values no no no

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upd_param_on_retr_ x86e_win64 Allows/disallows mark model as changed if as a result yes, no mark_modified of mass properties/relations calculation during retrieval some parameter values are changed. use_master_for_bad _disp_reps use_master_for_bad _disp_reps use_web_page_font_ in_reports use_web_page_font_ in_reports visible_recent_files Yes to retrieve master rep when graphics rep has no yes, no display data. x86e_win64 Yes to retrieve master rep when graphics rep has no yes, no display data. i486_nt Controls whether HTML reports use the browser's yes, no standard fonts. x86e_win64 Controls whether HTML reports use the browser's yes, no standard fonts. i486_nt Number of visible recent files. The possible range is 1 25. visible_recent_files x86e_win64 Number of visible recent files. The possible range is 1 25. warn_if_iso_tol_missi i486_nt Yes - Returns the user to the dimension properties yes, no ng dialog to select a different table. No - Applies the tolerance according to existing functionality. warn_if_iso_tol_missi x86e_win64 Yes - Returns the user to the dimension properties ng dialog to select a different table. No - Applies the tolerance according to existing functionality. wcell_fixt_info_setup i486_nt _file wcell_fixt_info_setup x86e_win64 _file web_enable_javascri i486_nt pt Specify name and path of the file containing workcell and fixture name info. Specify name and path of the file containing workcell and fixture name info. Enables or disables Pro/Web.Link in the embedded browser. yes, no i486_nt

no

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no no no no 13 13 no

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no

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on, off

off

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Name Platform Description web_enable_javascri x86e_win64 Enables or disables Pro/Web.Link in the embedded pt browser. web_max_mail_size i486_nt Set the maximum email attachment size in kilobytes. web_max_mail_size weld_fillet_preferenc es_file weld_fillet_preferenc es_file weld_general_prefere nces_file weld_general_prefere nces_file weld_groove_prefere nces_file weld_groove_prefere nces_file weld_plug_slot_prefe rences_file weld_plug_slot_prefe rences_file weld_spot_preferenc es_file weld_spot_preferenc es_file workpiece_instances x86e_win64 Set the maximum email attachment size in kilobytes. i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt x86e_win64 i486_nt Sets the path and name of the fillet weld preferences file. Sets the path and name of the fillet weld preferences file. Sets the path and name of the general weld preferences file. Sets the path and name of the general weld preferences file. Sets the path and name of the groove weld preferences file. Sets the path and name of the groove weld preferences file. Sets the path and name of the plug/slot weld preferences file. Sets the path and name of the plug/slot weld preferences file. Sets the path and name of the spot weld preferences file. Sets the path and name of the spot weld preferences file. Cut out are created in Workpiece but not the family table instances. Cut out are created in Workpiece but not the family table instances.

Values on, off off 5000 5000

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none, operations none, operations

none none

workpiece_instances x86e_win64

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Creo 1.0 Simulate Configuration Options

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