Trim / Extend Members
As you modify the model, you may find that you will need to trim or extend a member. The Trim/Extend tool will allow you to modify the ends of any member in relation to another member. This extension is for members only, not walls or plates.
- This tool is sensitive to the end that you click. Each member has an I and J end. Make sure to click on the member side that you want to modify.
- You need to click on the member NOT the node. This tool modifies the length of the member.
Perform a Trim
To perform a trim:
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Open a model view if one is not already open.
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Go to the View ribbon.
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Click the Open 3D Views icon.
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Go to the Modify ribbon.
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Click The Trim icon in the Members section.
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Click on the member end to Trim.
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Click on the boundary member.
End to Trim and then boundary member
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Results from the trim
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Perform an Extend
To perform an extend:
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Open a model view if one is not already open.
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Go to the View ribbon.
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Click the Open 3D Views icon.
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Go to the Modify ribbon.
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Click on the member end to Extend.
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Click on the boundary member.
Example 1
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Example 2
The Extend tool can also be used to extend a member to intersection of that member's projected location.
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