Changing Parts into Symbols
This section shows how to change existing parts into symbols.
The only difference between a symbol and a normal part is that a symbol's size relative to the plotter paper does not change if you alter the draw scale (refer to
Editing the Creo Elements/Direct Drafting Environment).
An example of a symbol part could be a border to fit a particular paper size or any standard symbol. Once you've made a symbol part, it is best to store it so that it is ready to be loaded whenever you require it.
To make a symbol part:
1. Create the required shape as a part. This is best done with the draw scale set to 1.
2. When the part is finished, click Symbol in Parts, then click On in Symbol.
3. Select the part or enter its name.
ME10 now defines the part as a symbol part. Check this by viewing the Part Browser. clicking Part List. You will see a small "x" in the Symbol column.
You can also change a symbol part back into a normal part:
1. Click Symbol in Parts.
2. Click Off in Symbol.
3. Select the symbol part or enter its name.
ME10 will now change the symbol part back into a normal part.