Transforming Geometry by Affinity

You can transform geometry by means of an affinity operation.

Before you begin: Create a 3D shape containing a geometric element.
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About the Transformations Commands
  1. From the Transform section of the action bar, click Affinity .
  2. In the Element box, select the elements to be transformed by affinity.
  3. In the Axis system area, specify the characteristics of the axis system to be used for the affinity operation.
    • Origin
    • XY plane
    • X axis.
  4. In the Ratios area, specify the affinity ratio by entering the desired X, Y, Z values.


    Ratios X = 2, Y =1 and Z=1

    Ratios X = 2, Y =1 and Z=2


    Ratios X = 2, Y =2.5 and Z=2
  5. Click OK to create the affinity element.