Before you can begin creating and analyzing a model or interpreting analysis results, it is helpful to become familiar with the basics of interacting with Abaqus/CAE. This chapter introduces you to the user interface. The following topics are covered:

• “Starting and exiting Abaqus/CAE,” Section 2.1

• “Overview of the main window,” Section 2.2

• “What is a module?,” Section 2.3

• “What is a toolset?,” Section 2.4

• “Using the mouse with Abaqus/CAE,” Section 2.5

• “Getting help,” Section 2.6