Translating a Curve

You can translate a curve along an axis or on a plane.

Before you begin: Create a 3D shape containing a curve.
  1. From the Shape Sculpt section of the action bar, click Modification .
  2. Optional: Select the curve.
  3. From the Tools Palette, click Transformations and then click Translation .
  4. Click the curve to position the handles depending on the pointer position.
    Note: You can perform translations along three directions or three planes (defined by the directions).
  5. Optional: Move the pointer to highlight the desired axis or plane.
  6. Hold down the pointer and drag to translate the curve.
    Translation along an axis

    Translation onto a plane (drag the arc of circle)

  7. Release the pointer when you are satisfied with the new position of the curve.