Palette Window Workaround

[kim 53]

I older versions of FZ, I kept the Tool Options Palette window visible as I like to keep my eye on the options palette.  The new Palette window does not allow me to keep the tool options window visible at all times.  If you remove it from the palette window structure it hides the palette window below and if you place it on the side it takes up valuable window space. My work around is to place all the palettes except the layer palette on a 2nd monitor.

Not a great solution, I am wondering if anyone has created more efficient layout with the palettes.

[Andrew West 342]

Kim

Because of the interface and structure of Form.z with all the floating pallets you will absolutely need two monitors to get anything done in an efficient manner.  Occasionally I need to travel with my laptop but I am forced to carry an extra monitor anywhere I go.  All you need is a cheap and light one to unclutter your main screen.  Thank god we no longer use those 75lb monitors of days gone by!  Justin actually uses three monitors so that he can keep his design inspiration images on the third.  

[kim 53]

Hi Andrew,

Yup, I have resisted the dual monitor use for years but I think it is time to bite the bullet.

Thanks.

[snow 117]

I haven't tried this, but if you're on a Mac you might be able to try Sidecar (if you have a spare iPad nearby) instead of purchasing a separate monitor.

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT210380

[kim 53]

Hi Snow,

I used Sidecar yesterday for the palettes and it works pretty well.  But I make notes on my iPad while working so need to use the old 2nd monitor. 

 

[AsOne 437]

For single monitor use I keep a bank of minimized palettes at the top of my modeling window and keep the Tool Options + Inspector at the top of the right side dock :

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Edited February 26 by AsOne

[Des 370]

On 2/26/2021 at 10:12 PM, AsOne said:

For single monitor use I keep a bank of minimized palettes at the top of my modeling window and keep the Tool Options + Inspector at the top of the right side dock

Me too.. 👍

[kim 53]

A good solution for a single monitor. Thanks for the image.

[ZTEK 45]

The minimalist layout that I use on my MacBook Pro 15” Retina for all my work. I control the visibility of the palettes with keyboard shortcuts, from F1 to F12.