NGL Viewer — Overview
To load a new structure use the File menu in the top left via drag'n'drop.

A number of clickable icons provide common actions. Most icons can be clicked on, just try it or hover the mouse pointer over it to see a tooltip.

Controls the visibility of a component.
Deletes a component. Note that a second click is required to confirm the action.
Centers a component.
Opens a menu with further options.
Opens a menu with coloring options.
Indicates atom-selection input fields.
Mouse controls
  • Left button hold and move to rotate camera around center.
  • Left button click to pick atom.
  • Middle button hold and move to zoom camera in and out.
  • Middle button click to center camera on atom.
  • Right button hold and move to translate camera in the screen plane.
For more information please visit the documentation pages.

Show on startup. Always available from Menu > Help > Overview.