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Getting started with Creo Elements/Direct Sheet Metal
To start Creo Elements/Direct Sheet Metal,
1. Click File > Modules. The Modules dialog box opens
2. Click Applications to open the Applications pane.
3. Select Sheet Metal.
The Sheet Metal tab is now available on the ribbon.
Once Creo Elements/Direct Sheet Metal is active, you can change between Creo Elements/Direct Sheet Metal, Creo Elements/Direct Modeling, and other applications.
To access Creo Elements/Direct Sheet Metal,
Click Sheet Metal.
The Creo Elements/Direct Sheet Metal buttons are now available on the ribbon, in addition to the Creo Elements/Direct Modeling tabs.
To exit Creo Elements/Direct Sheet Metal,
1. Click File > Modules. The Modules dialog box opens
2. Click Applications to open the Applications pane.
3. Clear the Sheet Metal check box.