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To Convert an Inheritance Feature to External
1. Create an inheritance feature.
2. In the Model Tree, right-click the inheritance feature and choose Edit Definition from the shortcut menu. The Merge/Inheritance tab opens.
3. Click then click Yes to convert the feature to an external Inheritance feature. The Component Placement dialog box opens.
4. 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.
5. Click to complete feature placement.
 
* You can always click to change placement references.
6. Use the Options and Properties subtabs to define external Inheritance feature properties.
 
* Properties options are identical to standard Inheritance features.
7. Click to complete the external Inheritance feature.