Understanding Level Management in MicroStation
MicroStation employs a system of levels to organize and manage graphic elements within a model. Understanding how to control these levels is crucial for effective drawing management. Sometimes, it may be necessary to turn off certain levels to simplify the view for better focus on specific details or to enhance visibility for printing.
Steps to Disable Levels in MicroStation
Disabling a level can be accomplished through a few straightforward steps. Here is how to do it:
1. **Open the Level Display Dialog**:
– Begin by accessing the Level Display dialog box. This can typically be found in the main toolbar or by navigating to the “View” menu and selecting “Level Display.”
2. **Identify Your Levels**:
– Within the Level Display dialog, you will see a list of all the levels currently utilized within your drawing. Each level will have an associated checkbox next to it indicating whether it is currently visible.
3. **Select the Level(s) to Turn Off**:
– To turn off a specific level, find the level name in the list. Uncheck the box next to that level. If you wish to disable multiple levels, you can either uncheck them individually or group select them by holding down the CTRL key while clicking on the desired levels.
4. **Confirm Your Selection**:
– After unchecking the levels, you may need to click “Apply” or “OK” to confirm the changes. This will immediately hide the elements assigned to the disabled levels in your drawing view.
5. **Check Your Display Settings**:
– Optionally, you can check your display settings to ensure that no unintended filters or settings are affecting the view. Adjustments can be made in the View Attributes dialog if needed.
Verifying Level Visibility
To ensure that the levels are indeed turned off, review your drawing. Elements that were on the disabled levels should no longer be visible. If some elements are still appearing, revisit the Level Display dialog to ensure they are correctly unchecked.
Managing Display Set View Attributes
If you are using display sets to manage visibility, follow these additional steps:
1. **Access the Display Set Management Tool**:
– Right-click in the drawing area and navigate to the display set options in the context menu.
2. **Create or Modify a Display Set**:
– If not already created, you may want to form a display set that contains only the levels you wish to view. You can add or remove levels from this set according to your preferences.
3. **Apply the Display Set**:
– Once you have made the necessary adjustments, confirm the changes. This allows you to have quick access to specific views without altering individual level settings each time.
Frequently Asked Questions
**1. What happens when I turn off a level in MicroStation?**
Turning off a level will hide all elements assigned to that level within the drawing view, making it easier to focus on other design components without visual clutter.
**2. Can I turn off multiple levels at once?**
Yes, you can disable multiple levels simultaneously by holding down the CTRL key and clicking on each level’s checkbox in the Level Display dialog.
**3. How do I turn a level back on after disabling it?**
To re-enable a level, return to the Level Display dialog and check the box next to the disabled level. This will make the elements on that level visible again in your drawing.
