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Program files and folders

The program uses numerous folders and file types to store its data.

Folders

main program folder	It contains the program executable and auxiliary files.
set	It contains initialisation files for a new project. (The information stored here may be overridden by the data from files saved in User folders, if available.)
db	It stores system databases (e.g. materials, bolts, etc.)
prof	It contains cross-section databases.
DocumentTemplates	This folder offers a set of default templates for document. Its contents is automatically copied into the appropriate user folder on first program run.
GraphicTemplates	This folder offers a set of default templates for graphical outputs. Its contents is automatically copied into the appropriate user folder on first program run.

Note: All the program folders are ReadOnly.

set	It contains initialisation files for a new project.
db	It stores files with user-defined databases.
prof	It contains cross-section databases.
DocumentTemplates	This folder holds the templates for document.
GraphicTemplates	This folder holds the templates for graphical outputs.

Note: The destination of this folder may be adjusted in the appropriate program setup dialogue.

This folder stores all the information that the program needs to store during its run.

Note: The destination of this folder may be adjusted in the appropriate program setup dialogue.

This folder stores the user-crated projects.

Note: The destination of this folder may be adjusted in the appropriate program setup dialogue.

ESA	Project file
ESAD	Project file that has been created in a demo or student version of the program. It cannot be read into a standard licensed version of the program.
EPW	Project file created in Esa Prima Win
DB4	Database file
SET	Initialisation file for the adjustment of project and user interface.
OTS	File with table templates for document.
EPD	Template for drawing in Paper space.

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