How to use the contextual toolbar
When you click an object in a model or drawing, a contextual toolbar symbol appears next to the mouse pointer. Click the symbol to open the contextual toolbar. Use the contextual toolbar to quickly view and change some basic properties of an object, view, grid, and so on.
If multiple objects are being selected, the contextual toolbar displays the text Varies for any properties that differ.
How to change object properties using contextual toolbar
The changes that you make on the contextual toolbar are immediately applied to the model or drawing.
Press the Tab key to move between the properties and command buttons on the contextual toolbar.
Show or hide contextual toolbar
You can define whether the contextual toolbar is visible in Tekla Structures.
Define contextual toolbar's position
You can define the position of the contextual toolbar, relative to an object's reference point.
Pin contextual toolbar in place
You can pin the contextual toolbar to a specific location on the screen, so that the position is locked. For example, you could have it appear at the upper left corner of the screen. In the locked state, the position of the contextual toolbar is independent of the individual part’s location.
Minimize contextual toolbar
You can minimize the contextual toolbar so that it takes less space on your screen.