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New to Inspire Extrude? Learn the basics here.
Get Started with Inspire Extrude
Learn the basics of the Inspire Extrude user interface.
Select and Edit
Review techniques for selecting and editing objects.
Rename
Rename an object from the Model Browser, modeling window, or Property Editor.

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Get Started
New to Inspire Extrude? Learn the basics here.
- Get Started with Inspire Extrude
  Learn the basics of the Inspire Extrude 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 Extrude 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.
    - Select
      Select and edit objects using the mouse and keyboard shortcuts.
    - Cut, Copy, and Paste
      Cut, copy, and paste objects using standard keyboard shortcuts, the context menu, or the Edit menu.
    - Delete
      Delete objects using the keyboard or context menu.
    - Rename
      Rename an object from the Model Browser, modeling window, or Property Editor.
  - 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.
  - Systems
    The Systems tool is useful for aligning loads to a local coordinate system rather than the global coordinate system. Keep in mind that results are only shown in the global coordinate system.
  - 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.
  - The Model Browser
    Use the Model Browser to organize your model, organize analysis and optomization objects, and access objects that aren't currently shown in the modeling window.
  - Help and User Assistance
    Learn about the forms of help and user assistance available from the product.
  - Preferences
    Modify the workspace display, default keyboard shortcuts, and other settings.
  - Inspire 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.
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Rename

Rename an object from the Model Browser, modeling window, or Property Editor.

To rename a part or other entity, do one of the following:

Click twice on the entity name in the Model Browser, once to select the entity and a second time to make the field editable.
Right-click the name in the Model Browser or right-click the object in the modeling window, and then click Rename.

Note:

Names can consist of any combination of letters, numbers, spaces, or special characters. If you plan to export your model to other applications, follow any restrictions the software may have. Typically, the following characters should be avoided: " ' * ? $.