The Keep option generates the variation and inserts it into the current part as a modified copy of the original part. When you select Keep, the solver computes the variation, temporarily overlays it onto the current part, and executes a Move Multiple command to allow you to copy the variation.

To use this option, select Keep. When the solver generates the variation and overlays it on the current part, evaluate the results. If the variation is not what you want, click End or Undo immediately to restore the original part. If the variation is OK, click or specify a reference point for moving the new part, and then drag it to the desired location. Repeat this step until you have inserted as many copies as you want. Finally, click End. The overlaid variation is removed, and your original part is restored.

Only elements in the zone (i.e., elements with the PD_ZONE info text) at solve time are copied by Keep. Dimensioning and hatching elements are never put into the zone by Parametric Design commands. Therefore, these elements are not normally included in the copies you make with Keep.

Copies made with Keep are not put into the current zone and do not have constraints assigned to them. The original part from which copies are generated is unaffected by the Keep option.