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Manipulate Path

Used to manipulate the path of flexible duct/pipe components.

Accessed from:


  • Ribbon: Building Design > Modify > Modify > Slope > Manipulate Path


SettingDescription
Path Options Selects between the two tool modes; Extract and update
  • Extract Path — The flex component path element is extracted in place.
  • Update Path — Applies any path element to an existing flex component.
Tip: Extracted path elements are modified using standard manipulate/modify functionality such as edit handles and modify tools.
Copy Flex Duct/Pipe Enabled for Update Path setting. Copies the flex component, placing it along the selected path element while still retaining the original
Key-in: BMECH MANIPULATE PATH < DSC=HVAC > < DSC=PLUMBING >