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To Convert an Inheritance Feature to External
2. In the Model Tree, right-click the inheritance feature and click . The Merge/Inheritance tab opens.
3. Click External then click Yes to convert the feature to an external Inheritance feature. The Component Placement dialog box opens.
4. To change the reference model, click Open.
5. Choose Default from the Constraint Type list to place the external Inheritance feature in the default location, or define a set of constrains to position the feature in a location of your choice.
6. Click to complete feature placement.
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You can always click Edit Placement to change placement references.
7. Use the Options and Properties tabs to define external Inheritance feature properties.
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Properties options are identical to standard Inheritance features.
8. Click to complete the external Inheritance feature.
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