Select the model, load, or guide objects that you want to mirror. Then, click the
button (see the image
Modeling Tools
). In the 'Mirror' dialog box, specify whether the objects are to be copied when mirroring and define the parameters.
Main
The Main tab manages the basic parameters for mirroring objects.
Copy
If there is no tick set in the 'Create copy' check box, the selected objects will be mirrored. If you want to create a copy, tick the check box.
Mirroring Parameters
Define the 'Coordinate system' in which the objects are to be mirrored. You can select a User-Defined Coordinate System from the list or create a new one using the
button.
The 'Mirroring plane through' list provides two options for defining the plane:
- Point and parallel plane: The mirroring plane runs parallel to a plane of the specified coordinate system. Select the 'Plane' in the list to the right, and enter 'Point P' that lies in that plane.
- 3 points: The mirroring plane lies anywhere in space. Enter the coordinates for 'Point P1', 'Point P2', and 'Point P3' to define the plane. Use the
button to define the points graphically.
Numbering & Options
The Numbering and Options tab is only displayed when copying. Here, you can influence the numbering of new objects and make useful settings for copying.
The functions of the tab are described in the Move and Copy and Rotate chapters.
Step Links
The Step Links tab is displayed if the 'Step links' check box in the Numbering & Options tab is selected. The functions are described in the Move and Copy chapter.