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Offset Surface

(3D only) Used to construct a Smart Surface by offsetting an extruded surface, surface of revolution or a B-spline surface.

You can access this tool from the following:

  • Ribbon: Modeling > Surfaces > Modify Surfaces
  • Toolbox: Modify Surfaces


SettingDescription
Distance If on, sets the offset distance in the surface normal direction.
Face Only If on, lets you select an individual face of a surface to offset.
Keep Original If on, the original element is retained.
Key-in: CONSTRUCT OFFSET SURFACE