Set Reference Clip Boundary

Used to define a reference clipping boundary. For more information, see To define a reference clipping boundary using a fence and To define a reference clipping boundary using an element.

You can access this tool from the following:

  • Ribbon: Drawing > Attach > Reference
  • Toolbox: Reference


Setting Description
Method: Determines the method by which the reference clip boundary is set.
  • Active Fence ? Uses the active fence as the clip boundary.
  • Element ? Uses an element or cell to set the clip boundary.
  • Named Fence ? Uses a named fence to set the clip boundary.
Discard Existing Clip Masks If on, deletes existing clip masks before applying a new clipping boundary.
Use Reference Dialog List If on, the clip boundary applies to the references selected in the References dialog. If off, you are prompted to select the references to be clipped.
Key-in: REFERENCE CLIP BOUNDARY [ filename ]
Key-in: REFERENCE CLIP BOUNDARY [ logical_name ]