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Example: Pattern Spacing Options
The following is an example of Fill pattern with a Circle template. The pattern member spacing option is Map to Surface Space, and the Follow template rotation option is selected. The pattern leader becomes the pole of the sphere.
1. Pattern leader
The following is an example of a Fill pattern on an irregular surface. The pattern members are evenly spaced on the sketch plane. To achieve even spacing on the surface, the Map to Surface UV Space option is selected.