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X-Y Data Grid Options in Viewer

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Nileo2005

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Hey all. Quick question that the documentation doesn't seem to address about plotting X-Y data in Abaqus Viewer. I'm currently using 6.10-1 if it makes a difference.
When I'm plotting multiple lines of data that use different units on one graph, it seems like it chooses the primary Y axis and I cannot figure out how or if it can be changed. My primary annoyance of this is when trying the grid system on a graph.
Example: I have a energy and a displacement curve to graph on the same plot. I turn the grid on and the major and minor grid lines sync with the energy axis' tick marks. For my particular graph, I want the grid lines to sync with the displacement axis. Anyone know how to do this? If it can be done that is? Plotting the graphs in a different order doesn't change it either. Thanks!
 
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If there's problems with XY plotting then I usually save the data in the abaqus.rpt and copy it from there into Excel to do what ever.

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Yeah, that is usually my fall back plan, but it is nice to make the pretty pictures when the graphs are time synced in a movie with the deformation and what not.
The grid system is really not that big of a deal, its more for the pretty presentation factor, but it seems like its such an easy thing that I can't imagine they overlooked. I just can't find it for the life of me...
 
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