You can visualize, manipulate, and troubleshoot mates using the View Mates window, View Mate Errors window, and mate callouts.
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You can display a list of the mates for one or more components in an assembly. Select mates from the list to display mate callouts.
You can open the View Mates window for any selected reference geometry, such as planes, axes, or other reference geometry.
You can display a list of all the problem mates in an assembly. Select mates from the list to display mate callouts.
Mate callouts identify mated entities in the graphics area to help you to visualize mate systems. They provide tools to perform common mate functions and troubleshoot mate errors.
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