You can create shear distribution plots using the Vertical Shear Distribution tool (). The plot displayed along the drawn line shows the distribution of vertical shear force across the line. The values in the main 2D plot (if any) controlled by the Plot () dialog box have no effect on the shear distribution plot. The integrated shear value shown below the shear distribution plot is the sum of the area of the plot. Design strips and design sections provide a more accurate calculation of this integrated value.