What's New: Creo Parametric 13 > 13.4.0.0 > Model-Based Definition > On Entity and Normal to Entity Placement Types Support for Symbols
On Entity and Normal to Entity Placement Types Support for Symbols
Creo Parametric 13.4.0.0
User Interface Location: Select a Symbol in MBD and right click.
Description
In Model-Based Definition (MBD), you can now place symbols directly on surfaces without leaders. The following placement types are supported for symbols:
On Entity-Symbol can be placed directly on a surface, and will automatically align with the active annotation plane. You can manually rotate the symbol to adjust its orientation.
Normal to Entity-Symbol is automatically placed perpendicular (normal) to the selected surface.
Benefits
Enhanced flexibility for symbol placement in Model-Based Definition.
Additional Information
Tips:
To support the On-Entity and Normal to Entity placement options for a symbol, the corresponding placement attributes must be enabled in the symbol's definition.
Limitations:
No known limitations.
Does this replace existing functionality?
No.
Configuration option associated with this functionality:
None.
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