Results display in the Main Window

Following a run, peak flowrates and HGL levels are presented in the Main Window, with coloured numbers replacing the names of components. If multiple storms are used, the results for a particular storm can be selected using the pull-down menu in the top-left corner of the drawing area. The Customise Text option in the View menu allows you display various combinations of component data and run results on-screen.

Detailed results for components can be examined using the Pop-Up (right mouse button) menus.

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