Extend Surface

Introduction

The Extend Surface function extends a surface along one edge at a time by the specified distance. Extend Surface supports Dynamic Drawing which allows you to modify the extension distance using sketch handles or data entry. The benefit of Dynamic Drawing is that you can use sketch handles when accuracy isn't needed and then use data entry when exact dimensions are needed.

Snap Increment

Extend Surface supports the use of the snap increment when using the sketch handle to set the extension distance. The snap increment allows you to get precise results when using mouse selection and helps to reduce data entry modifications.

To learn more, view Snap Increment.

Navigation

To open Extend Surface, do one of the following:

In the Surfaces menu, click Extend Surface.

On the Surfaces toolbar, click the icon.

Right-click anywhere in the Workspace, point to CAD, Surfaces, and click Extend Surface.

The parameters display in the Data Entry tab of the Data-CAM Tree Manager.

The Data Entry Parameters

Distance - sets how far the surface edge is extended. You can use data entry or the dynamic sketch handle to set this value. The snap increment applies when using the sketch handle.

OK - performs the function after geometry selection.
Cancel - closes the Data Entry Manager.

Quick Steps - Extend Surface

1 Open the function and define all Data Entry parameters.

2 Select a surface edge to extend and create the CAD preview.

If needed, use the sketch handle or data entry to update the parameters.

You can adjust the snap increment value or turn it off when using the sketch handle.

3 In the Data Entry tab, click OK to create the entity.

4 Click Cancel to close the function.