Add an Edge Symbol

Add an edge symbol to a drawing. Before adding the symbol you can adjust the properties in the preview, or by selecting an auxiliary function.

  1. Select the tab > Mechanical group > Notes > Edge symbol.
  2. Define the symbol data in the dialog box.
  3. Select OK.
  4. Do either of the following:
    • Select a line, to which the surface symbol will be connected.
    • You can add a general surface symbol by clicking the working window area, instead of a line.

Move a general edge symbol in a drawing

  1. Indicate a rectangular area around the symbol with two corner points.
  2. Select the context-sensitive function Move.
  3. Click the working window next to the symbol.
  4. Select a new location for the symbol.

Dialog Box Options

General Symbol

Define the symbol's effect range. The function is available only if the checkbox is selected.

  • Outer edge
  • Inner edge

Direction

Select the marking's direction in the list.

  • Symmetrical
  • Down
  • Up

Value

Define a value in the field. You can add special characters by pressing .

Note:
  • Select General symbol if you want to create a marking without a reference line.