AddPath User Guide
Welcome to the comprehensive AddPath User Guide. This guide provides quick access to all aspects of using AddPath for robotic automation and composite manufacturing.
Quick Start Guide
New to AddPath? Follow this recommended workflow:
- Get Started - Installation, licensing, and first steps
- Setup & Configuration - Configure robots and tools
- Programming - Create materials and layup plans
- Simulation - Test and validate your programs
- Program Generation - Export to your robot controller
Documentation Sections
Product Information
- Product Overview - Features and specifications
- Licensing - Understanding your software license tiers
- Pricing - Licensing options and costs
Getting Started
- Installation - System requirements and setup
- Licensing - License activation and management
- What's New - Latest features and updates
Setup & Configuration
- Setup Overview - Configuration interface overview
- Robot Configuration - Complete robot setup guide
- TCP Setup - Tool Center Point configuration
Programming & Manufacturing
- Programming Overview - Composite manufacturing workflows
- Laminate Configuration - Material properties and layup sequences
- Mold Management - Manufacturing tooling setup
- Planning Strategies - Process optimization approaches
Simulation & Analysis
- Simulation Overview - Process validation and optimization
- Analysis Tools - Performance and quality analysis
Program Generation
- Generation Overview - Robot program creation and export
- Advanced Options - Optimization and customization
Support & Resources
- Troubleshooting - Common issues and solutions
- Glossary - Technical terms and definitions
- Video Tutorials - Visual learning resources
Need Help?
- Quick Issues: Check our troubleshooting guide
- Technical Support: Contact our technical team
- Training: Explore our video tutorials
- Downloads: Get the latest software and samples
Documentation Status
Last Updated
Date: August 20, 2025
Editor: AI Assistant
Changes: Added GitHub editing guidelines and collaboration notes
Content Completeness
- ✅ Navigation structure complete
- ✅ All primary sections linked
- ⚠️ Some subsections marked as "Coming Soon"
- ✅ All links verified and functional
For GitHub Editors
📖 Read the Complete Contributing Guide for detailed editing instructions.
Quick reminders when making changes:
- Always update the "Last Updated" section with your name and changes
- Test all new links before committing
- Follow the existing link format for consistency
- Use meaningful commit messages describing your changes
- Review the build status after your changes are merged
Version Control Notes
- This file serves as the main entry point for documentation
- Changes here affect the entire documentation navigation
- Consider the impact on users when restructuring sections
- Coordinate major changes with the development team
This guide is regularly updated. For the most current information, always refer to the individual section pages linked above.