# Feature Requests **URL:** https://prepomax.discourse.group/c/feature-requests/7.md?page=1 [Latest](https://prepomax.discourse.group/latest.md) · [Categories](https://prepomax.discourse.group/categories.md) · [Tags](https://prepomax.discourse.group/tags.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [Option to change middle to right mouse buttons](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/option-to-change-middle-to-right-mouse-buttons/3326)
**Author:** [@marcp](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/marcp)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2026, 5:27pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/option-to-change-middle-to-right-mouse-buttons/3326 "2026-06-22T17:27:57Z")
Hi! First of all, thank you for your work on this. I wanted to ask—would it be possible to change the mouse behavior so that the right mouse button rotates the model instead of the middle mouse button? I find using the … --- ## [PrePoMax renames parts as "Item" in Search Contact Pairs](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/prepomax-renames-parts-as-item-in-search-contact-pairs/3522)
**Author:** [@CosmoKramer](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/CosmoKramer)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2026, 3:43pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/prepomax-renames-parts-as-item-in-search-contact-pairs/3522 "2026-06-18T15:43:18Z")
When I search for contact pairs, some parts are renamed as “Item” for some reason, despite all parts having a unique name assigned to them. So I have to look at the location of the contact and figure out which part it is… --- ## [Add an Autoscroll checkbox to the monitor](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/add-an-autoscroll-checkbox-to-the-monitor/3500)
**Author:** [@Fran](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/Fran)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2026, 3:23pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/add-an-autoscroll-checkbox-to-the-monitor/3500 "2026-05-27T15:23:52Z")
Hi I think it could be handy to add a checkbox to the monitor to enable or disable the autoscrolling of the monitor when new data gets printed. The monitor of the Arduino IDE has such a feature. --- ## [Remembering the displayed field when switching between results sets](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/remembering-the-displayed-field-when-switching-between-results-sets/3470)
**Author:** [@Fran](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/Fran)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2026, 8:17am UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/remembering-the-displayed-field-when-switching-between-results-sets/3470 "2026-05-12T08:17:42Z")
Hello, When a model contains several analyses, it’s possible in the Results tab to switch between the different results set by using the drop-down menu at the top of the screen. That’s a great feature! The thing is, wh… --- ## [Switching Tie Contacts' Adjust option to yes no for all contacts in under Normal menu](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/switching-tie-contacts-adjust-option-to-yes-no-for-all-contacts-in-under-normal-menu/3466)
**Author:** [@denizckr61](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/denizckr61)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2026, 10:34pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/switching-tie-contacts-adjust-option-to-yes-no-for-all-contacts-in-under-normal-menu/3466 "2026-05-08T22:34:03Z")
Hi, We are able to search for all contacts with the menu which is “search contact menu”, we are also available to set all contact “adjust option” in the same menu, but after closing the search contact menu, in the main … --- ## [Custom colour Spectrum](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/custom-colour-spectrum/1243)
**Author:** [@ANYS](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/ANYS)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2026, 3:00pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/custom-colour-spectrum/1243 "2026-05-04T15:00:48Z")
Custom colour Spectrum :santa: --- ## [Combination load cases](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/combination-load-cases/3393)
**Author:** [@DAVID-KNIGHT](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/DAVID-KNIGHT)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 4, 2026, 11:47am UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/combination-load-cases/3393 "2026-05-04T11:47:21Z")
It would be helpful to have a step type, or a sub step, that multiples the magnitude of forces from previously defined steps (with the same boundary condition). For example Step 1 - self weight Step 2 - cargo Step … --- ## [Give the query selection the same behaviour in Results as in FE Model](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/give-the-query-selection-the-same-behaviour-in-results-as-in-fe-model/3434)
**Author:** [@Fran](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/Fran)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2026, 1:44pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/give-the-query-selection-the-same-behaviour-in-results-as-in-fe-model/3434 "2026-04-28T13:44:44Z")
Hello, I’ve noticed that the query tool doesn’t have the same behaviour in the FE Model tab as in the Results tab, especially when it comes to surface selection. In FE Model, the selection seems to be based on the 3D g… --- ## [Mesh refinement with biased node distribution](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/mesh-refinement-with-biased-node-distribution/3394)
**Author:** [@Robin](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/Robin)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2026, 8:32pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/mesh-refinement-with-biased-node-distribution/3394 "2026-04-20T20:32:12Z")
Hello at all, I’m a new user of PrePoMax and playing around with the hints of MisiaKu’s “simple tutorial on how to divide an object in FreeCAD“ i managed to get a nice mesh refinement of a plate with central hole under… --- ## [Trending topic. AI audit software vulnerabilities](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/trending-topic-ai-audit-software-vulnerabilities/3407)
**Author:** [@ANYS](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/ANYS)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2026, 2:25pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/trending-topic-ai-audit-software-vulnerabilities/3407 "2026-04-17T14:25:03Z")
Hi, I would sugg est using the most recent tools offered by AI to audit and address current program security vulnerabilities. Anthropic has shown a noticeable list whe n it has examined Prepomax. Without any intent… --- ## [Separate face in converting solid to shell](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/separate-face-in-converting-solid-to-shell/3297)
**Author:** [@synt](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/synt)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2026, 6:34pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/separate-face-in-converting-solid-to-shell/3297 "2026-04-07T18:34:27Z")
converting solid part to shell in geometry of CAD is available but all face still connected as single parts. The purpose of converting to shell from solid usually using mid-surface, not a group face of hollowed closed su… --- ## [Custom views and screenshots](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/custom-views-and-screenshots/2525)
**Author:** [@marcp](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/marcp)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2026, 5:59pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/custom-views-and-screenshots/2525 "2026-03-31T17:59:18Z")
Hi, I discovered this amazing program a few weeks ago and I have to say it’s one of the best engineering software packages I’ve ever worked with, so congratulations Matej and thank you so much to make it available to eve… --- ## [Creating Simple 2D or 3D Geometries in PrePoMax](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/creating-simple-2d-or-3d-geometries-in-prepomax/3373)
**Author:** [@ramani.anand](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/ramani.anand)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2026, 3:17pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/creating-simple-2d-or-3d-geometries-in-prepomax/3373 "2026-03-28T15:17:57Z")
Hi! I am new to PrePoMax and wanted to model simple 2D problems like a plate with a hole. Instead of creating the geometry externally and brining it in, I wanted to check if I could create simple geometries within PrePo… --- ## [Mohr–Coulomb Abaqus Material](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/mohr-coulomb-abaqus-material/194)
**Author:** [@TomekL](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/TomekL)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2026, 4:48am UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/mohr-coulomb-abaqus-material/194 "2026-03-22T04:48:20Z")
Hi, It seems that ccx solver included in PPM doesn’t support ABAQUSMCWD material. It will be great if it could. Regards, Tomek As a new member i can,t upload .pmx. --- ## [AI card import manager](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/ai-card-import-manager/3356)
**Author:** [@JJJC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/JJJC)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 20, 2026, 7:24am UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/ai-card-import-manager/3356 "2026-03-20T07:24:23Z")
Good afternoon all collages, I think a very nice feature that could be implemented is to read cards in a similar way to the BeidPrep app. I attach a video how it works, is impressive, and gives to the software the freed… --- ## [Selection by ID as default?](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/selection-by-id-as-default/3346)
**Author:** [@Gunnar](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/Gunnar)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2026, 6:50pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/selection-by-id-as-default/3346 "2026-03-17T18:50:58Z")
I’ve noticed that when selecting multiple bodies for meshing, there’s a significant difference in processing time depending on whether “Selection by Location” or “Selection by ID” is used. Selection by ID is much faster,… --- ## [Clearance options in contact menu](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/clearance-options-in-contact-menu/3306)
**Author:** [@synt](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/synt)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2026, 9:24am UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/clearance-options-in-contact-menu/3306 "2026-03-12T09:24:22Z")
there’s clearance option in contact analysis but i miss this feature in menus. It can be useful when provide and available similar setting as adjust feature. --- ## [Add more colormaps of jet type](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/add-more-colormaps-of-jet-type/3301)
**Author:** [@synt](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/synt)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2026, 8:12pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/add-more-colormaps-of-jet-type/3301 "2026-03-08T20:12:55Z")
hi, this may cosmetically feature but can be usable for direct comparison. Jet type colormaps is default result plots in Code\_Aster and Dlubal RFEM, it has darked level to impress comparing to default rainbow type in Pre… --- ## [Distributed nodal loads on shell edge](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/distributed-nodal-loads-on-shell-edge/3318)
**Author:** [@synt](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/synt)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2026, 3:15pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/distributed-nodal-loads-on-shell-edge/3318 "2026-03-08T15:15:26Z")
Since rigid body and shell edge no longer supported by CalculiX solver, it seems required to have feature of distributed nodal loads on shell edge. This known as elastic methods similar approach can be found in bolt grou… --- ## [Rotate around mouse](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/rotate-around-mouse/3309)
**Author:** [@Jaap](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/Jaap)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2026, 10:31am UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/rotate-around-mouse/3309 "2026-03-03T10:31:50Z")
First of all what a great program. Thank you!. Maybe it is possible to add rotate around mouse. When axemen the results when zoom in on a detail rotating the model makes the detail move out of the window. It would be nic… --- ## [Linux native support](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/linux-native-support/2790)
**Author:** [@joseneto](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/joseneto)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2026, 7:59am UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/linux-native-support/2790 "2026-03-02T07:59:36Z")
I’m not aware on how the program is developed and what are the plans for the future, but can we start a Linux migration paid campaign ? I would like to support it! I managed to run it on Linux using bottles with dotnet4… --- ## [Use case for potential perturbation in static steps](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/use-case-for-potential-perturbation-in-static-steps/3273)
**Author:** [@t5s\_blanco](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/t5s_blanco)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2026, 7:00pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/use-case-for-potential-perturbation-in-static-steps/3273 "2026-02-24T19:00:10Z")
I found this requested previously, and I think I have a use case. I have a unique system that involves a gasket-plastic-gasket sandwhich (more or less) that is compressed from above. It’s basically like a flange cover … --- ## [Consecutive Step Result Color Reset](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/consecutive-step-result-color-reset/3286)
**Author:** [@imgprojts](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/imgprojts)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2026, 3:15pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/consecutive-step-result-color-reset/3286 "2026-02-24T15:15:58Z")
Ok let’s imagine I have a flat bar and I want to bend it on the thin direction as step 1 and then on step 2 I want to see how the material would behave if I twisted it at that spot. I know this may sound weird, but could… --- ## [Automated Hex Mesh - Part Check & Mesh (Loop)](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/automated-hex-mesh-part-check-mesh-loop/3281)
**Author:** [@arnie](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/arnie)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2026, 10:44am UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/automated-hex-mesh-part-check-mesh-loop/3281 "2026-02-24T10:44:42Z")
I would like to propose a feature that would make the meshing effort of many parts which need an extruded (or sweep) hex and prism elements a lot easier. In a case where we have CAD geometry with many flat bars and plat… --- ## [Multibody parts connection](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/multibody-parts-connection/3271)
**Author:** [@ANYS](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/ANYS)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2026, 9:15am UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/multibody-parts-connection/3271 "2026-02-24T09:15:55Z")
Hi, This approach may have an interesting usage when applied multibody systems. If it is of general interest, it would require some changes internally in PREPOMAX compression only definition. Actually, all the bases… --- ## [Dynamic Rotation with Touchpad](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/dynamic-rotation-with-touchpad/284)
**Author:** [@arnie](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/arnie)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2026, 5:32am UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/dynamic-rotation-with-touchpad/284 "2026-02-23T05:32:23Z")
Good day all, Is it possible to dynamically rotate a model using a laptop touchpad ? I have tried sliding on the touchpad while holding down the typical keys like ALT or SHIFT or CTRL, but none seem to do the job. I ha… --- ## [Option to reduce font size in results display](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/option-to-reduce-font-size-in-results-display/3266)
**Author:** [@synt](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/synt)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2026, 8:29am UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/option-to-reduce-font-size-in-results-display/3266 "2026-02-19T08:29:28Z")
most laptops are commonly use about 14inch display but results with font at legend and annotation seems too large to fit the size. Maybe, add an option to set font size by percentage for example can make better in docume… --- ## [Equivalent Elastic Strain and Equivalent Plastic Strain](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/equivalent-elastic-strain-and-equivalent-plastic-strain/3259)
**Author:** [@VictorJota](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/VictorJota)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2026, 9:41pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/equivalent-elastic-strain-and-equivalent-plastic-strain/3259 "2026-02-18T21:41:24Z")
Hi everybody, I don’t know if this has already been discussed, but I haven’t found any requests. I think it would be a very important step forward to have a graphical output for Equivalent Elastic Strain, and Equivalen… --- ## [Amplitude as an explicit function of time](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/amplitude-as-an-explicit-function-of-time/3262)
**Author:** [@ANYS](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/ANYS)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2026, 11:40am UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/amplitude-as-an-explicit-function-of-time/3262 "2026-02-18T11:40:16Z")
Hi, I would like to request if it would be possible to build an amplitude as a function of time. Let’s say sin(t) and prepomax create the Amplitude/time table. Inputs: function , max t , number of points. It would al… --- ## [Nodal creation and nodal ties](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/nodal-creation-and-nodal-ties/3260)
**Author:** [@marosha](https://prepomax.discourse.group/u/marosha)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2026, 4:06pm UTC](https://prepomax.discourse.group/t/nodal-creation-and-nodal-ties/3260 "2026-02-17T16:06:30Z")
Hi, I may have missed how to do this, but it would be useful to be able to manually create notes and add RBE2 and RBE3 type ties to give fine control over how loads are applied to the model. Omar [Previous page](https://prepomax.discourse.group/c/feature-requests/7.md) [Next page](https://prepomax.discourse.group/c/feature-requests/7.md?page=2)