A GoldSim model file is always in one of four modes (or states): Edit Mode The state of a model when it is being edited and does not contain simulation results., Run Mode The state of a model when it is running., Result Mode The state of a model when it has been run and contains simulation results for a single set of input parameters., or Scenario Mode The state of a model when it contains scenario results, allowing multiple scenarios to be compared..
The mode that the model is in is clearly identified in the status bar A bar at the bottom of the GoldSim interface that provides information regarding the status of the model. (in the lower left-hand corner of the GoldSim window). In addition, the status bar takes on a different color in each mode:
Results can be viewed in two modes: Result Mode and Scenario Mode. Result Mode is the most common way that you will view results. Scenario Mode only exists if you are using GoldSim's scenario A specific set of input data (and corresponding outputs) for a model. Multiple scenarios can be defined for a model. Different scenarios within a model are specifically differentiated by having different values for one or more Data elements. feature. Viewing results in Scenario Mode is similar to viewing results in Result Mode, with a number of key limitations.
After you run your model (e.g., by pressing F5), it will automatically be placed in Result Mode. When in Result Mode, elements with outputs that have been saved are identified in two ways: 1) the elements (and their outputs) are bold in the browser An alternative view of a GoldSim model, in which elements are displayed in a tree, and organized either hierarchically, or by type. (and output interfaces); and 2) the element output ports in the graphics pane The primary portion of the GoldSim interface, where the graphical depiction of the model is shown. are green.
When a model is in Result Mode, you can navigate it, open property dialogs, and view result plots. You can also move elements around within the graphics pane, add graphics (e.g., text, images), and add and edit Result elements.
You cannot, however, edit the model in any way that would change it's behavior (e.g., you cannot change values in property dialogs or add or delete elements). GoldSim enforces this rule to ensure that the results and inputs to a model do not become inconsistent.
If you press F4, choose Run|Return to Edit Mode from the file menu, or press the Edit Mode button in the standard toolbar, the results will be discarded and the model will be returned to Edit Mode.