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What’s New in ChemSketch Version 2024

Version 2024 of ChemSketch includes several new tools and options to modify structures, edit objects, and manage your files. Read below for details, and contact us for help upgrading your software.

Use Keyboard Shortcuts to Modify Structures

  • You can now use keyboard shortcuts to modify bonds and atoms. Hover over the item and press: 1 single; 2 double; 3 triple; h hashed; s dashed; b bold; c coordination; or a any for bonds; + increase atom charge; decrease atom charge; backspace delete; b change atom to Br; or r R atom label
What's New ChemSketch - Hashed Bond
H: Hashed
What's New ChemSketch - Dashed Bond
S: Dashed
What's New ChemSketch - Coordination Bond
C: Coordination
What's New ChemSketch - Any Bond
A: Any

Improved Options for Editing Objects

  • You can now resize objects by changing the units or percentage size; use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+R
    What's New ChemSketch - Resize Objects
  • You can now rotate objects by exact angle and direction of rotation; use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+Alt+R
    What's New ChemSketch - Rotate Objects
  • You can now quickly access all arrow variations under each line and curve drawing tool button
    What's New ChemSketch - Arrow Variations

Improvement to File Management Preferences

  • You can now specify an increment to save a temporary copy of your file while working
    What's New ChemSketch - Save Temporary Files
  • You can now preview your files before opening
    What's New ChemSketch - Preview Files

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