Settings (Global Optimization)

Optimization menu > Global Optimization > Settings

The Settings window for global optimization contains the following elements:

Number of Iterations

The number of optimization steps. If the optimizer should converge before reaching the defined number, it stops earlier.

Number of Starts (Multi Start)

The number of optimization runs. To ensure that a global minimum is found, the optimizer should be started multiple times using different start values.

Note  

Only available if the Advanced Settings are enabled.

Default

Sets all parameters to their default values.

OK

Applies your settings and closes the window.

Apply

Applies your settings, but does not close the window.

Cancel

Discards your settings and closes the window.

See also

Global Optimization