Location of certain hidden files and folders
When Tekla Structures is installed in the ..\Program Files folder, some of the files needed to run Tekla Structures are located in hidden folders and are therefore invisible. You can see the hidden files and folders if you make them visible in the Windows Folder Options.
You can always check the settings below. If you run into problems with the settings, ask your administrator or local support for assistance.
Files related to the software
Software and, for example, the following files are installed under the ..\Program Files\Tekla Structures\<version>\ folder.
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contentattributes_global.lst
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contentattributes_userdefined.lst
(in the USA environment: contentattributes_customer.lst)
Files related to environments
Environments and, for example, the following files are installed under the ..\ProgramData\Trimble\Tekla Structures\<version>\environments\<environment>\ folder. The exact file location may vary depending on the folder structure of your environment files.
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analysis_design_config.inp
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contentattributes.lst
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dimension_marks.sym
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InquiryTool.config
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objects.inp
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objects.inp
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privileges.inp
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product_finishes.dat
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rebar_config.inp
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TeklaStructures.lin
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TilePatternCatalog.dtd
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TilePatternCatalog.xml
Files related to user settings
User settings and, for example, the following files are installed under the ..\Users\<username>\AppData\Local\Trimble\Tekla Structures\<version>\ folder.
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user.ini
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options.bin
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customized property pane layout PropertyTemplates.xml file
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customized ribbon and customized tab .xml files
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customized contextual toolbar .xml files
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customized toolbar .json files