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model : IN_SESSION_BOOL

Overview​

This video demonstrates the IN_SESSION_BOOL command in Nitro-CELL, which checks whether a specified model is currently loaded in the Creo Parametric session and returns a boolean result. Unlike the standard InSession command, IN_SESSION_BOOL returns an explicit true or false value to a cell, making it ideal for use in conditional formulas and automated decision logic within Excel. Engineers can use this command to verify model availability before running operations that require a model to be active, building more resilient automation workflows. The video shows how to enter the command, execute it, and use the boolean output in worksheet logic.

Key Steps​

  1. Enter the IN_SESSION_BOOL command with the target model name
  2. Execute the command to check the Creo session
  3. Read the true/false boolean result from the output cell
  4. Use the result in Excel formulas for conditional workflow logic
  5. Combine with Open commands to load models that are not in session

Tips​

  • Returns a boolean value suitable for direct use in Excel IF formulas
  • Use before any command that requires a specific model to be active
  • This is a read-only check that does not modify the Creo session