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Get Started with Inspire Cast
Learn the basics of the Inspire Cast user interface.
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Learn about the forms of help and user assistance available from the product.

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Get Started
New to Inspire Cast? Learn the basics here.
- What is Altair Inspire Cast?
  Inspire Cast is an analysis tool for virtual testing, validation, correction and optimization of casting designs.
- Get Started with Inspire Cast
  Walk through the five steps needed to define and run a casting analysis.
- Get Started with Inspire Cast
  Learn the basics of the Inspire Cast user interface.
  - Licensing Features
    Some ribbon tabs are associated with license features. Depending upon the tab you have invoked, additional units may be drawn. These features will be checked out for the duration of the session.
  - Workspace
    The Inspire Cast workspace includes the ribbon, modeling window, legend, and status bar.
  - File Import and Export
    Learn how to import geometry and export results.
  - Select and Edit
    Review techniques for selecting and editing objects.
  - Adjust the View
    Change the view in the modeling window using the mouse or view controls.
  - Move and Snap
    Translate, rotate, and align parts and other objects using the Move tool and snaps.
  - Screen Capture
    Record a video or take a snapshot of the screen.
  - Units and Measurement
    Change the default unit system, create custom units, and measure geometry features.
  - Browse and Organize
    Browse and organize all of the entities in your model.
  - Help and User Assistance
    Learn about the forms of help and user assistance available from the product.
    - Download Offline Help
      Download and install help locally on your workstation from the File menu.
    - Workflow Help
      Most tools on the ribbon include text prompts beneath the tool or guide bar that explain what to do next. These prompts are a form of user assistance called workflow help.
  - Preferences
    Modify the workspace display, default keyboard shortcuts, and other settings.
  - System Requirements
    A list of supported operating systems and minimum requirements for hardware and memory.
  - Keyboard Shortcuts and Mouse Controls
    Learn keyboard shortcuts and mouse controls for common operations.
- Glossary
  View a list of glossary terms and definitions.
- Keyboard Shortcuts and Mouse Controls
  Learn keyboard shortcuts and mouse controls for common operations.
Tutorials
Learn to use Inspire Cast with our interactive tutorials.
Parametric Modeling
Create 2D sketches, surfaces, and solids with construction history and variables.
Model Setup
Designate casting parts, gravity direction, gates, and components.
Cast Analysis
Run a casting analysis to minimize defects and prevent manufacturing problems.
Casting Benchmark Manual
Download the Casting Benchmark Manual to learn more about benchmark and verification tests.
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? We have answers!

Help and User Assistance

Learn about the forms of help and user assistance available from the product.

Inspire Cast includes both in-application workflow help and a more extensive online help center. Press the F1 key to access the help.