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Tanderson: /* Adding custom folders from your hard drive */

2016-12-14T18:23:26Z

‎Adding custom folders from your hard drive

MatterHackers: /* Adding custom folders from your hard drive */

2016-12-14T18:18:36Z

‎Adding custom folders from your hard drive

MatterHackers: /* File:Cloud Library.png */

2016-12-01T19:01:12Z

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MatterHackers: MatterHackers moved page Library to LIBRARY

2016-12-01T18:37:29Z

MatterHackers moved page Library to LIBRARY

Tanderson at 22:28, 22 February 2016

2016-02-22T22:28:57Z

MatterHackers at 22:08, 11 February 2016

2016-02-11T22:08:13Z

MatterHackers at 18:41, 11 February 2016

2016-02-11T18:41:42Z

MatterHackers at 01:29, 11 February 2016

2016-02-11T01:29:09Z

MatterHackers at 01:28, 11 February 2016

2016-02-11T01:28:31Z

MatterHackers at 01:27, 11 February 2016

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 == Adding custom folders from your hard drive ==
-The library can be set up to track any folder on your hard drive the same way it does with the [[Library#Downloads|Downloads]] folder. To do this, edit the {{ic|LibraryFolders.conf}} file in the MatterControl [[Data directory|application data directory]]. Add the full path to the folders you want to track on separate lines. Here is an example:
+The library can be set up to track any folder on your hard drive the same way it does with the [[Library#Downloads|Downloads]] folder. To do this, create a file called {{ic|LibraryFolders.conf}} in the MatterControl [[Data directory|application data directory]]. Add the full path to the folders you want to track on separate lines. Here is an example:
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 == Adding custom folders from your hard drive ==
-The library can be set up to track any folder on your hard drive the same way it does with the [[Library#Downloads|Downloads]] folder. To do this, edit the {{ic|LibraryFolders.conf}} file in the MatterControl [[Frequently Asked Questions#How do I clear the application data?|application data directory]]. Add the full path to the folders you want to track on separate lines. Here is an example:
+The library can be set up to track any folder on your hard drive the same way it does with the [[Library#Downloads|Downloads]] folder. To do this, edit the {{ic|LibraryFolders.conf}} file in the MatterControl [[Data directory|application data directory]]. Add the full path to the folders you want to track on separate lines. Here is an example:
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 === <span class="mw-headline" id="Cloud_Library">[[File:Cloud Library.png]]</span> ===
-The '''Cloud Library''' is a new option in 1.4 for storing designs that offers instant access to design files from anywhere with an Internet connection. Designs stored in the Cloud Library are tied to a [[MatterHackers.com account]]. Once signed in the user can browse and manage any design files previously added and add new files.
+The '''Cloud Library''' allows instant access to design files through MatterControl from anywhere with an Internet connection. Designs stored in the Cloud Library are tied to a [[MatterHackers.com account]]. Once signed in the user can browse and manage any design files previously added and add new files.
 Designs within the Cloud Library are synced automatically across any devices the user is currently logged into and can also be viewed from the [https://sync.mattercontrol.com/ MatterControl Sync] website.
-For more information on the Cloud Library check out [http://www.matterhackers.com/articles/in-depth-mattercontrol-cloud-library In Depth: MatterControl Cloud Library for Designs].
+For more information on the Cloud Library check out [[Cloud#File_Sharing|the MatterControl wiki page for CLOUD SYNC]] and [http://www.matterhackers.com/articles/in-depth-mattercontrol-cloud-library In Depth: MatterControl Cloud Library for Designs].
 === <span class="mw-headline" id="Purchased">[[File:Purchased.png]]</span> ===

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-__NOTOC__[[File:Library.png|right|frame|<center>The '''Library''' pane, when a MatterHackers account is [[Sign in|signed in]], has [[#Purchased|purchased models]], and [[FILE menu#Enter Share Code|models shared from another user]].</center>]]The Library is a place for organizing and storing models. It has five sections; three static and two dynamic.
+[[File:Library.png|right|frame|<center>The '''Library''' pane, when a MatterHackers account is [[Sign in|signed in]], has [[#Purchased|purchased models]], and [[FILE menu#Enter Share Code|models shared from another user]].</center>]]The Library is a place for organizing and storing models. It has five sections; three static and two dynamic.
 The '''Local Library''', '''Cloud Library''', and '''Downloads''' sections are always visible. The '''Purchased''' and '''Shared with Me''' sections are shown only when they contain models.
 In most sections, models can be organized using a traditional folder structure.
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 == Sections ==
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 Exits '''Edit''' mode.
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 == Navigation ==
-[[File:Open Library.png|none|framed|<center>To open a section, hover over the section and click the '''Open''' button at the right side.</center>]]
+=== Top Level ===
-[[File:Library_Breadcrumb.png|none|framed|<center>Once in a section, a breadcrumb trail shows the current location within each section, subsequent folders, or search results.</center>]]
+To open a section, hover over the section and click the '''Open''' button at the right side.
-[[File:Library View Print.png|none|framed|<center>Models can be viewed or printed directly by hovering over their bar in the list. The '''View''' button opens the model in a new [[3D View]] window. The '''Print''' button slices the model using the current [[Settings]] and begins the print.</center>]]
+[[File:Open Library.png]]
 Also, some new buttons become visible: '''Home''', '''Search''', and '''Edit''', and two become active: '''Add''' and '''Create Folder'''.
-=== <span class="mw-headline" id="Add">[[File:Add Library.png]]</span> ===
+=== Add ===
 Opens the operating system's file selection window so the user can choose a .STL, .AMF, .GCODE, or .ZIP file to add to the currently displayed section.
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 Not available in the [[#Purchased|Purchased]] or [[#Shared with Me|Shared with Me]] sections.
-=== <span class="mw-headline" id="Create Folder">[[File:Create Folder Library.png]]</span> ===
+=== Create Folder ===
 Creates a folder in the currently displayed section.
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 === Edit ===
-[[File:Edit1.png]]
+[[File:Edit1.png|right|framed|<center>The '''Local Library''' section in '''Edit''' mode.]]
 Shows advanced file and folder options. Check a box next to a file or folder to activate applicable file action buttons above.
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	__NOTOC__[[File:Library.png\|right\|frame\|<center>The '''Library''' pane, when a MatterHackers account is [[Sign in\|signed in]], has [[#Purchased\|purchased models]], and [[FILE menu#Enter Share Code\|models shared from another user]].</center>]]The Library is a place for organizing and storing models. It has five sections; three static and two dynamic.		__NOTOC__[[File:Library.png\|right\|frame\|<center>The '''Library''' pane, when a MatterHackers account is [[Sign in\|signed in]], has [[#Purchased\|purchased models]], and [[FILE menu#Enter Share Code\|models shared from another user]].</center>]]The Library is a place for organizing and storing models. It has five sections; three static and two dynamic.

−	The Local Library, Cloud Library, and Downloads sections are always visible. The Purchased and Shared with Me sections are shown only when they contain models.	+	The '''Local Library''', '''Cloud Library''', and '''Downloads''' sections are always visible. The '''Purchased''' and '''Shared with Me''' sections are shown only when they contain models.

−	In ~~each section~~, models can be organized using a traditional folder structure.	+	In most sections, models can be organized using a traditional folder structure.
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−	~~== <span class="mw-headline" id="Local Library">[[File:Local Library.png]]</span> ==~~	+

		+	== Sections ==

		+	=== <span class="mw-headline" id="Local_Library">[[File:Local Library.png]]</span> ===

	Stores designs in the local file system. Any designs in the Library prior to MatterControl 1.4 are put here after the upgrade.		Stores designs in the local file system. Any designs in the Library prior to MatterControl 1.4 are put here after the upgrade.

−	== Cloud Library ==	+	=== <span class="mw-headline" id="Cloud_Library">[[File:Cloud Library.png]]</span> ===

	The '''Cloud Library''' is a new option in 1.4 for storing designs that offers instant access to design files from anywhere with an Internet connection. Designs stored in the Cloud Library are tied to a [[MatterHackers.com account]]. Once signed in the user can browse and manage any design files previously added and add new files.		The '''Cloud Library''' is a new option in 1.4 for storing designs that offers instant access to design files from anywhere with an Internet connection. Designs stored in the Cloud Library are tied to a [[MatterHackers.com account]]. Once signed in the user can browse and manage any design files previously added and add new files.
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	For more information on the Cloud Library check out [http://www.matterhackers.com/articles/in-depth-mattercontrol-cloud-library In Depth: MatterControl Cloud Library for Designs].		For more information on the Cloud Library check out [http://www.matterhackers.com/articles/in-depth-mattercontrol-cloud-library In Depth: MatterControl Cloud Library for Designs].

−	== Purchased ==	+	=== <span class="mw-headline" id="Purchased">[[File:Purchased.png]]</span> ===

	Automatically contains any designs purchased from the [http://www.matterhackers.com/store/digital-designs MatterHackers Design Store].		Automatically contains any designs purchased from the [http://www.matterhackers.com/store/digital-designs MatterHackers Design Store].

−	== Shared with Me ==	+	=== <span class="mw-headline" id="Shared with Me">[[File:Shared with Me.png]]</span> ===
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		+	Contains any models shared from other users using the [[Library/Share Library Item\|Share Library Item]] function in the Cloud Library section.
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		+	=== <span class="mw-headline" id="Downloads">[[File:Downloads.png]]</span> ===
		+
		+	Gives direct access to the Downloads folder on the hard drive <code>~/Downloads</code> on Linux/Mac or <code>C:\Users\{user}\Downloads</code> on Windows). Any STL, AMF, or GCODE files in that folder will automatically appear here. Any changes made to these designs in MatterControl will be saved to disk as an AMF file. Depending on the original file type, this will either create a new AMF with the same name but with a different file extension, or replace the existing AMF file.
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		+	== Navigation ==
		+
		+	[[File:Open Library.png\|none\|framed\|<center>To open a section, hover over the section and click the '''Open''' button at the right side.</center>]]
		+
		+	[[File:Library_Breadcrumb.png\|none\|framed\|<center>Once in a section, a breadcrumb trail shows the current location within each section, subsequent folders, or search results.</center>]]
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		+	[[File:Library View Print.png\|none\|framed\|<center>Models can be viewed or printed directly by hovering over their bar in the list. The '''View''' button opens the model in a new [[3D View]] window. The '''Print''' button slices the model using the current [[Settings]] and begins the print.</center>]]
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		+	Also, some new buttons become visible: '''Home''', '''Search''', and '''Edit''', and two become active: '''Add''' and '''Create Folder'''.
		+
		+	=== <span class="mw-headline" id="Add">[[File:Add Library.png]]</span> ===
		+
		+	Opens the operating system's file selection window so the user can choose a .STL, .AMF, .GCODE, or .ZIP file to add to the currently displayed section.
		+
		+	Not available in the [[#Purchased\|Purchased]] or [[#Shared with Me\|Shared with Me]] sections.
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		+	=== <span class="mw-headline" id="Create Folder">[[File:Create Folder Library.png]]</span> ===
		+
		+	Creates a folder in the currently displayed section.
		+
		+	Not available in the [[#Purchased\|Purchased]] or [[#Shared with Me\|Shared with Me]] sections.
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		+	=== Home ===
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		+	Returns to the top level of the Library, as shown in the [[:File:Library.png\|screenshot at the top right of this page]].
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		+	=== Search ===
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		+	Searches the currently displayed section for the text input in the 'Search Library' field.
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		+	=== Edit ===
		+
		+	[[File:Edit1.png]]
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		+	Shows advanced file and folder options. Check a box next to a file or folder to activate applicable file action buttons above.
		+
		+	Not available in the [[#Purchased\|Purchased]] or [[#Shared with Me\|Shared with Me]] sections.
		+
		+	==== Export ====
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		+	Opens the [[File export options]] dialog box to export the currently selected file.
		+
		+	Active when only one file is selected.
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		+	==== Edit ====
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		+	Opens the selected file in a new 3D View window in [[3D View/Edit\|Edit mode]].
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		+	Active when only one file is selected.
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		+	==== Remove ====

−	~~Contains any models shared~~ from ~~other users~~.	+	Removes the selected file(s) from the current Library section.

−	~~== Downloads ==~~	+	Active when one or more files are selected.

−	Gives direct access to the Downloads folder on the hard drive <code>~/Downloads</code> on Linux/Mac or <code>C:\Users\{user}\Downloads</code> on Windows). Any STL or AMF files in that folder will automatically appear here. Any changes made to these designs in MatterControl will be saved to disk as an AMF file, either replacing the existing AMF or creating a new one of the design was originally an STL.	+	==== Share ====
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		+	Opens the [[Library/Share Library Item\|Share Library Item]] dialog box.

		+	Available only in the [[#Cloud Library\|Cloud Library]] section.

−	5	+	Active when only one file is selected.

−	5	+	==== Rename ====
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−	5	+	[[File:Rename Item box.png]]
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−	5	+	Opens the '''Rename Item''' dialog box. Enter a new name for the model and click 'Rename' to apply.

−	5	+	Active when only one file is selected.

−	5	+	==== Add to Queue ====

−	5	+	Adds the selected file(s) to the [[Queue]].

−	5	+	Active when one or more files are selected.

−	5	+	==== Done ====

−	5	+	Exits '''Edit''' mode.

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	In each section, models can be organized using a traditional folder structure.		In each section, models can be organized using a traditional folder structure.

−	== [[File:Local Library.png]] ==	+	== <span class="mw-headline" id="Local Library">[[File:Local Library.png]]</span> ==

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−	~~__NOTOC__The~~ Library is a place for organizing and storing models. It has five sections: three static and two dynamic. Local Library, Cloud Library, and Downloads are always visible. Purchased and Shared with Me are shown only when they contain models. In each section, models can be organized using a traditional folder structure.	+	__NOTOC__[[File:Library.png\|right\|frame\|<center>The '''Library''' pane, when a MatterHackers account is [[Sign in\|signed in]], has [[#Purchased\|purchased models]], and [[FILE menu#Enter Share Code\|models shared from another user]].</center>]]The Library is a place for organizing and storing models. It has five sections; three static and two dynamic.
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		+	The Local Library, Cloud Library, and Downloads sections are always visible. The Purchased and Shared with Me sections are shown only when they contain models.
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		+	In each section, models can be organized using a traditional folder structure.
		+
		+	== [[File:Local Library.png]] ==

−	[[File:Library.png\|right\|frame\|<center>The '''Library''' pane, when a MatterHackers account is [[Sign in\|signed in]], has [[#Purchased\|purchased models]], and [[FILE menu#Enter Share Code\|models shared from another user]].</center>]]

−	~~== Local Library ==~~

	Stores designs in the local file system. Any designs in the Library prior to MatterControl 1.4 are put here after the upgrade.		Stores designs in the local file system. Any designs in the Library prior to MatterControl 1.4 are put here after the upgrade.