Creating private mode projects

  

Creating a new private mode project requires:

  • Naming the project
  • Creating a description of the project
  • Setting the projects shared status
  • Assigning the  location of public and private directories

Naming projects

When choosing a name, remember that the name will show up in Petra as well as in the project’s file folder. The description will show up in the Main Module as well as on maps so always give thought to what you want displayed.  

Project folders

Creating a new project sets the locations of both the public and private folders.  In Private Mode, all private parameters are stored in the project Parms folder. The public folder contains common and shared external files (GRIDS, IMAGES, OVERLAY, etc.) while the private folder contains user-created files (like WSN lists, import templates, or settings files) that customize Petra’s appearance and behavior.  

To create a new private mode project:

Projects created in Private mode are limited to a single user.

  1. Select the button on the toolbar at the upper left corner of the screen.  This starts the Create New Petra Project wizard.  Select the “Create a New Project” option.
  2. Create a name and description for the project
  3. Establish the project folder.  Petra will store both project data and private parameters in this directory under a folder using the project name.  
  4. Select the Finish button to create the new project.