Editing
Modify your structural model with these editing operations.
Undo/Redo
Ctrl+Z- Undo the last actionCtrl+Y- Redo the last undone action
The undo history is preserved until you close or reload the page.
You can also use the Undo and Redo buttons located in the top left corner of the screen.
Delete
Select items and press Delete to remove them:
- Deleting a node also deletes all connected members
- Deleting a member leaves the nodes intact
Alternatively, right-click on the selected items and choose Delete from the context menu.
Move
- Select the items you want to move
- Press
Wto enter Move mode - Click to set the base point
- Click again to set the destination, or enter coordinates
You can also activate the Move tool by clicking the Move button in the left toolbar.
Intersect Members
If two or more members instersect, we can select them and create nodes where they cross:
- First, select the members that are intersecting
- Press
X - You can also right-click and select Intersect from the context menu.
Split Member
Split a member at its centre point, creating a new node:
- Select the member(s) to split
- Press
B - You can also right-click and select Split at Midpoint from the context menu.
Edit Properties
Select items and use the Properties panel to modify:
- Nodes: Edit support conditions
- Members: Edit section, material, node fixities