User guide#
PyDPF-Post provides a Python interface to DPF that is streamlined for postprocessing. These sections explain the conceptual model of PyDPF-Post and typical usage.
Load a result file
Load a result file to browse its contents.
Browse result file metadata
Browse all result file metadata or only mesh metadata.
Access results
Access results in a loaded result file.
Plot results
Plot results in a loaded result file.
Change the server context
Change the server context to control Ansys license interactions for DPF-Core operators.
Use PyDPF-Core operators
Use PyDPF-Core operators in both PyDPF-Core and PyDPF-Post.
Troubleshoot common issues
Troubleshoot common PyDPF-Post issues and learn how to improve your scripts.