Overview

These are the main components of the M-Star Post GUI interface.

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  • Menu: The menu is for general interaction with the program.

  • Toolbar: The toolbar is for general data loading and other common controls.

  • Time Step Toolbar: This toolbar contains controls to change the displayed time step.

  • Raytracing Toolbar: This toolbar enables raytraced rendering algorithms for photo-realistic rendering.

  • 3D View Controls: This controls the camera position for the Viewing Panel.

  • Data Tree: This panel lists all the data loaded into the program.

  • Viewing Panel: This panel shows a 3D visual representation of data.

  • Output Messages: This panel contains messages and logged information.

  • Property Panel: This panel show parameters based on the current Data Tree selection.

  • Troubleshooting M-Star Post Startup: This reference page describes common causes of M-Star Post startup issues and provides troubleshooting guidance.