Split with Planes
Use the Split: Planes tool to split lines, surfaces, or solids.
![](../../../images/helpAnimationSplit-plane-surfs.gif)
Figure 2.
- Select a splitting plane using reference entities or features that are disconnected from the geometry you want to split, including points in space.
- You can modify your surface selection after selecting a splitting plane. Split preview lines will update appropriately.
- Use snap points to snap the splitting plane to predefined points on lines and surfaces, such as middle and end points. Clicking a snap point automatically selects attached surfaces/solids.
Split: Planes Tool
An overview of the Split: Planes tool.
![](../../../images/icons/icon_split_plane_1.png)
Figure 3.
Use the Split: Planes tool to split lines, surfaces, or solids using a plane or a surface.
- Access
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Options
- Fill cut loops
- Create a new surface if the edges being split form a closed loop.
- Extend trimmer
- Extend the trim beyond the trimmer boundaries.