[GEN] FAQ Filtering Specific Element Numbers in the Beam Loads Table

Question

In the Beam Loads table in MIDAS Gen, is there a way to filter and display only specific element numbers, such as 2356 to 2363 and 3360?

Answer

Yes, there are convenient ways to focus on specific element numbers in the Beam Loads table:

Recommended Methods:

• Use the ‘Find’ Feature:

1. Simply right-click on the Beam Loads table.
2. Choose ‘Find’ from the menu.
3. Enter the desired element number (e.g., 1019) to quickly locate it within the table.

• Organize Using Excel (Optional):

1. Copy the Beam Loads table (Ctrl+C) and paste it into Microsoft Excel.
2. Excel provides a wide range of tools—such as sorting and filtering—to help arrange and focus on specific element numbers or ranges (e.g., 2356–2363, 3360).

These methods make it easy to efficiently review and work with specific structural elements in your model.