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The workbench implements the user cockpit for navigating the workspace. By using the workbench, you can navigate resources and you can view and edit the content and properties of these resources. The workbench contains an Editor, Editor Tabs, and 2 Views: Layer View, and Aerial View.
(1) Editor
The Editor allows the user to open, browse, edit, and save various types of data. The majority of all user interaction is performed here. Modifications made in the editor follow and open-save-close life cycle model. Multiple instances of editors may exist within a Workbench. The editors can be stacked in the editor area and individual editors can be activated by clicking the tab for the editor. When an editor is active the Workbench menu bar and toolbar contain operations applicable to the editor.
(2) Editor Tabs
The editors can be stacked in the editor area and individual editors can be activated by clicking the tab for the editor. (See Editor)
(3) Layer View
The Layer View is an interactive table that controls the following layer attributes in the editor: Visibility, Draw Color, Flash Color, and Name.
(4) Aerial View
The Aerial View displays an overview of the current editor window. It provides an excellent reference in determining the overall location of the current editor view port within the design.
