CST2013: Create a Rectangle

Modeling: CurvesCurvesRectangle

In this dialog box you may specify the dimensions of a rectangle either numerically or by using expressions. The construction will always be performed in the currently active coordinate system.

Each rectangle will be assigned to a curve.

Within its curve each item is identified by a unique name. The curve item can be addressed by this name for subsequent editing operations.

As soon as the curve item is defined it will appear in the main plot window and on the navigation tree.

The picture below shows a rectangle defined in global coordinates:

Name

Specify the unique name for the rectangle.

Xmin, Xmax, Ymin, Ymax

Specify valid expressions for the coordinates of the rectangle in global coordinates. Please note that these entries only appear when the global coordinate system is currently active.

Umin, Umax, Vmin, Vmax

Specify valid expressions for the coordinates of the rectangle in local coordinates. Please note that these entries only appear when a local coordinate system is currently active.

Curve

Select the curve to which this rectangle item will be assigned from the list of previously defined curves or enter a new name.

OK

Press this button to finally create the rectangle.

Preview

Press this button to create a preview image of the rectangle. This option is very useful to check the settings before you actually create the rectangle.

Cancel

Closes this dialog box without performing any further action.

Help

Shows this help text.