Windchill Visualization Services converts CAD, XML, document, and other data formats into a neutral file format during a process called publishing. The converted, published data is stored as a representation. Representations can be viewed as thumbnail images, which are displayed on part information pages and listings throughout Windchill. Selecting a thumbnail image launches Creo View, a data viewing and visualization tool, in which you can view the files and properties related to the selected thumbnail, as well as create annotations of the data. You can create annotations and measure distances between various elements within the view.

To use Creo View, you must download and install the Creo View client from the Software Downloads page. You can learn more about using Creo View with the online help available in the application.