Defining a Variable to Create Parametric Geometry
Create a variable to create parametric geometry.
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On the Construct tab, in the Define group, click the
Add Variable icon.
- In the Label field, enter a name for the variable.
- In the Expression field, enter a value, expression or an already defined variable.
- [Optional] In the Comment field, add a comment or description for the variable.
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[Optional] Select the Limit check box to define a range
for the value of the variable.
- In the Minimum field, enter a value for the smallest variable value.
- In the Maximum field, enter a value for the largest variable value.
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Select one of the following workflows to close the dialog.
- To create the variable and close the dialog, click Create.
- To create the variable, but keep the dialog open to create another variable, click Add.
Figure 1. The Create Variable dialog. 