M. To set new plate attributes
To specify a set of attributes to automatically assign to new beams, use the following procedure.
- On the Geometry ribbon tab, select the tool in the Plate group. The Define Plate Object Property dialog opens.
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Select the check box for each of the plate object properties you
want to use and then select the property value you want to use from the
drop-down list:
Option Description Property Check the Use Property option and then select a defined plate or surface thickness property from the drop-down list. Material Check the Use Material option and then select a material definition name from the drop-down list. Release Check the Use Release option and then select a plate release specification from the drop-down list. - (Optional) To create a new specification to use, click the associated Create button with the use option checked. The corresponding dialog opens to add a property, material, or release. Once you add this specification, the new specification is available from that drop-down list for use.
- Check the option to Assign these attribute when creating new plates.
- Click OK.