Add a Symmetry Constraint

The function will set two parts as symmetrical to each other in relation to a symmetry plane selected from a third part.

  1. On the tab, in the Constraints group, select Add symmetry constraint.
  2. Click the first part.
  3. Select a face, line, or a point from the first part.
  4. Click the second part.
  5. Select a face, line, or a point the second part.
  6. Click the third part.
  7. Select the symmetry plane from the third part. The parts will be positioned in accordance with the constraint.
  8. Select Confirm.
Note:
  • You can define a constraint as configuration-specific by selecting the constraint and then selecting the context-sensitive menu function Edit.

    Edit Constraint

  • You can also use this function by first selecting the two parts, and then selecting the context-sensitive menu function Symmetry. Select the second part Ctrl+right mouse button.
  • Zoom the part view by the Z key to select an element. Zoom all by pressing the A key.
  • Move a part by moving the cursor onto a part, then moving the mouse while holding down the left mouse button.