Transforming Elements from an Axis to Another

You can transform geometry positioned according to a given axis system into a new axis system. The geometry is duplicated and positioned according to the new axis system. One or more elements can be transformed at a time, using the standard multi-selection capabilities.

Before you begin: Create a 3D shape containing geometric elements.
  1. From the Transform section of the action bar, click AxisToAxis .
    Warning: In the Sheet Metal Design app, you can apply the command to solid Sheetmetal features only.
    The Axis to axis transformation.x dialog box appears.
  2. Select the Element to be transformed to a new axis system.


  3. Select the initial axis system in the Reference box.


  4. In the Target box, select the axis system, that is the one into the element should be positioned.


  5. Click OK to transform the element.
    The new geometry is now positioned into the new axis system.



    An Axis To axis transformation.xxx feature is added to the tree.

    For more information, see Generative Shape Design User's Guide: Using Tools: Defining an Axis System and Selecting Using the Multi-Selection.