### 15.1.1. Domain: Initialization Tab

The Initialization tab for a domain contains settings that specify how initial values are to be determined, and, in some cases, the initial values themselves. It is accessible by editing a domain object.

#### 15.1.1.1. Domain Initialization

This check box determines whether or not the domain is initialized based on its own settings or based on global initialization settings. When this check box is selected, an interface that is essentially the same as that for global initialization is displayed. Any initialization values defined on a per-domain basis will override values defined at the global level. For details, see Global Settings and Fluid Settings Tabs. After specifying and applying domain initialization, an entry called `Initialization` is listed in the tree view under the applicable domain.

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