Identify Sheet Metal A-Side with an Assembly

[andrewdroth]

"Along the lines of the 'Display Separate Colors' option in the Visibility Panel, I'd like the ability to identify the A-side (good side) of sheet metal parts in their folded state within an assembly.

When designing for sheet metal, the parts are often cut on a laser table, and the bottom side can get scuffed while the top side remains pristine. Additionally, some materials have a checker pattern on one side and are flat on the other. Hence, there is a need to define an A-side or top side to the flat pattern in Inventor.

It would be handy if I could toggle a button and see all the faces on the folded sheet metal part that correspond to the top face of the flat pattern, presenting themselves in a contrasting color to the bottom side faces.

A quick glance at the assembly would then indicate if the flat patterns have been developed properly for the project."