Align the Move Tool to a Feature

Align the x-, y-, or z-axis of the Move tool to a point, an edge, or a face.

  1. From the Home tools, click the Move tool.

    Or press M or T.
  2. Select one or more parts and entities.
  3. Double-click one of the graphic manipulators to enter editing mode.
  4. Click the tip of the X, Y, or Z arrow on the Move tool.
    An axis line appears.
  5. Choose from the following options:
    To Do this
    Align the axis to a point Click the point.
    Align the axis so it is parallel to an edge Click the edge.
    Align the axis so it is perpendicular to a face Click the face.
    Align the axis so it is parallel to a hole. Click the center of the hole.
  6. Right-click to exit editing mode.
  7. Right-click to exit the tool.

Examples



Figure 1. Move Tool Aligned to a Point


Figure 2. Move Tool Aligned to an Edge


Figure 3. Move Tool Aligned to a Face