A workspace is the central operating hub within the PSCAD environment. It not only provides an overview of all projects currently loaded, but also organizes simulation sets, data files, signals, controls, transmission line and cable objects, display devices, etc. within an easily navigable environment.
NOTE: The master library is always the first project loaded into the Projects list. The master library cannot be unloaded.
In versions previous to v4.5, the workspace and the application itself were inextricably linked together as one compete unit. Now, the application and the workspace have been divided into separate entities. What this means from the user’s perspective is that an entire workspace may be loaded, saved and unloaded without having to close the application. A single workspace may house multiple projects, including both libraries and cases, as well as possessing its own unique setting options.
The workspace pane is divided into two sub-windows. The primary window contains a list of loaded projects, and the secondary window context is based on whatever project is selected in the primary window. Its primary function is to provide a navigation tree for ease in jumping from module to module.