Main Steps
Path Step
Defines the path along which the conductor runs.
Properties Step
Selects the properties used to define the conductor.
Preview/Finish/Cancel
This button changes function as you move through the feature construction process. The Preview button shows what the constructed feature will look like, based on the input provided in the other steps. The Finish button constructs the feature. After previewing or finishing the feature, you can edit it by re-selecting the appropriate step on the command bar. The Cancel button discards all input and exits the command.
Path Step Options
Create Path
Specifies that a new path will be created for the wire to follow.
Use Existing Path
Specifies that the wire will follow an existing path.
Path Tangency
Adjusts the endpoints of the path to control tangency.
Create Path Options
Activate Part
Activates a part for selection by fully loading it into memory and making it editable.
Redefine Points
Allows you to redefine the location of an existing point you select. You can use the Relative/Absolute option on the command bar to redefine its position relative to its current position or with respect to its absolute position in the document. You can type a new coordinate in the X, Y, or Z boxes, select a keypoint, click a point in space.
Deselect (x)
Clears the selection.
Accept (check mark)
Accepts the selection.
Use Existing Path Options
Select
Sets the method of selecting the path the wire should follow.
Single--Allows you to select one or more individual path.
Chain--Allows you to select an endpoint connected set of paths.
Deselect (x)
Clears the selection.
Accept (check mark)
Accepts the selection.
Set Tangency Options
Activate Part
Activates a part for selection by fully loading it into memory and making it editable.
Start
Specifies the end condition for the start end of the curve. You can specify whether or not the start point of the curve is tangent to an element you select, and the length of the tangent vector. Define the length of the tangent vector by dragging the tangent vector handle using the mouse or you can type a value.
End
Specifies the end condition for the finish end of the curve. You can specify whether or not the start point of the curve is tangent to an element you select, and the length of the tangent vector. Define the length of the tangent vector by dragging the tangent vector handle using the mouse or you can type a value.
Deselect (x)
Clears the selection.
Accept (check mark)
Accepts the selection.
Property Step Options
Material
Specifies the material for the wire.
Properties
Displays the Properties dialog box that allows you to make changes to the properties for the wire.
Other command bar Options
Name
Displays the feature name. Feature names are assigned automatically. You can edit the name by typing a new name in the box on the command bar or by selecting the feature and using the Rename command on the shortcut menu.