Inspecting the AUI tree

You can view the Abstract User Interface (AUI) tree as it built on the front end for use by the Genero Desktop Client (GDC).

Before you begin:
  • In order to view the AUI tree, the GDC must be in debug mode.
You can inspect the AUI tree for a running application. Inspecting the AUI tree can assist in the debugging and testing of the application.
  1. If the Genero Desktop Client is not running in debug mode, start the GDC in debug mode using the -D option.
  2. With the cursor over the current window, simultaneously hold down the Control (CTRL) key and right-click the mouse.
    The Debug Tree window opens.
  3. Click on the various nodes in the AUI tree.
    When you click on a node, the attributes and values of those attributes display in the right-hand side of the Debug Tree window. If the selected node corresponds to a visible component of the current window, the element briefly flashes.
  4. Click the Close icon in the window title bar to close the Debug Tree window.