By default, Abaqus/CAE displays geometry and mesh elements in the shaded render style using opaque colors. Interior features and features that are “behind” other objects in the viewport are not visible. In some cases, Abaqus/CAE applies translucency to the model to help you select interior or hidden entities during a procedure. You can also use the tool in the Color Code toolbar to toggle translucency on and off when it is not required by a procedure.

To set the percentage of translucency that Abaqus/CAE uses, click the arrow to the right of the tool. Abaqus/CAE displays a vertical slider. Drag the slider up to make the display colors more opaque or down to make them more transparent.