Written by Patricia Causey · Updated March 20, 2026
The General Research Project is a default private project that is automatically created in your account when you sign up. It serves as your personal workspace where you can:
- Explore the Material Hub
- Save and compare products
- Build a collection of materials or products outside of specific projects or the Firm Library
Note: The Firm Library is a shared space for your organization, while the General Research is your personal workspace.
Key Features of the General Research Project
1. Private Space
The General Research Project is exclusively yours. It does not include collaborators, making it ideal for personal research and exploration.
2. Unfiltered Product Access
When using visual search or selecting a project for product exploration, choosing General Research will show all products in the Acelab database without applying location filters.
3. Save and Compare Products
Save products to the General Research for easy comparison and reference.
4. Similar Functionality to Projects
General Research offers all the functionalities of a standard project, such as saving, organizing, and comparing materials.
How Is General Research Different from Projects
When to Use General Research
Use the General Research Project when you want to:
- Explore products without location constraints
- Save materials for future reference or comparison
- Conduct research independently without involving collaborators
How to Use General Research
1. Access General Research
- Click on Projects, in the left-side menu. General Research will be listed as a default project.
2. Save Products
- When exploring products, click “Save to Project” and select General Research to add products to your collection.
3. Visual Search
- When prompted to select a project for visual search, choose General Research to view all available products without location filters.
4. Organize Your Collection
- Use General Research to organize and compare saved products for your personal research needs.
- You can also leave personalized notes and comments for products for future reference.
