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Prevent Lost Geometry References with Autodesk Inventor - Page 3

By David Melvin, PE, TEDCF Publishing

Rule #3: Add finishing features last.

You can select an edge or enter an angle. The reference for both angle options is zero pointing in the positive X direction. Positive angles rotate the view clockwise and negative angles rotate the view counterclockwise. The Absolute option shows the total amount the view has been rotated, while the relative option rotates the view relative to its current orientation.

The Edge option is the one we’re going to use because it’s used to set an edge horizontal or vertical.

Finishing features like fillets, chamfers, and ribs should be the last features added to your models. This simplifies the geometry in your sketches and also simplifies the projected geometry in your sketches.

Why is this important?
Being able to modify your models is fundamental requirement for successful use of Inventor. When you follow these simple rules you’ll find that you’re one step closer to meeting this goal.

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