CST2013: 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.