File Browsers

File browsers are specialized dialog windows for opening CNC files, machines, and SimCam files. They include preview capabilities to help identify files before opening them.

Main Features

Preview

When you want to open a CNC file, you can click on it to see a simplified preview of the tool paths. This allows you to visualize the content before actually opening the file.

Favorite Folders

The star button allows you to bookmark frequently accessed folders, streamlining navigation through the file system.

Information Panel

Below the preview, a panel displays relevant details about the selected item, such as machine specifications when browsing machines.

Browser Types

Type	Use	Preview
CNC Files	G-code programs	Tool paths
Machines	Virtual machines	Machine image + specs
SimCam	CAD/CAM projects	2D drawing

Demo Programs

CNC Simulator Pro includes numerous demo files for learning:

Go to File → Open CNC Program → Demo Program
Select a demo file
Click Play to start the simulation

Demo programs demonstrate:

Sub-program calls
Macro programming
Tool radius compensation
Canned cycles
Special simulator commands

Tip: Reviewing demo programs and their comments is an excellent way to get to know the simulator and understand its features, as well as learning the fundamentals of CNC programming.

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