Trace From Curve Mode

Modeling: CurvesCurve ToolsTrace From Curve

In this mode, you may interactively select a planar curve that will then be covered to obtain a solid shape.

When you first enter the mode, you will be asked to double-click on a curve o select this curve for the trace creation. By moving the mouse across the screen, all pickable curves at the mouse’s location will automatically be highlighted. As soon as a curve is highlighted, you may double-click on it to make your selection.

You may change the view at any time by using the standard view changing options.

After the curve has been selected, a trace from curve dialog box appears where you can specify a name, a thickness, a width, a component and a material for the new shape.

You may terminate the mode at any time by pressing the ESC key.

See also

Standard View Changing Options, Trace From Curve Dialog Box, Curve Creation