Insert iFeature dialog box

Environment:
 

Part

Access:

Ribbon: Manage tab Insert panel Insert iFeature

Select

Click Browse to navigate to the file folder and select an iFeature file (.ide).

Position

Name

Lists named interface geometry.

Angle

Lists the default of the placement geometry on the iFeature.

Move Coordinate System

Allows horizontal and vertical axes to be precisely defined. Required when the iFeature has horizontal or vertical dimensions or constraints.

Solid

Selects the participating solid bodies in a multi-body part file. Not available if the part contains only one body.

When the requirements for placement are satisfied, it is noted in the corresponding row with a check mark in the left column. You can continue to click in the row to change values, or move the crosshairs or arrowheads to reposition the iFeature. Click Next or Back to continue or Finish to complete placement with current orientation.

Size

Name

Lists parameter name.

Value

Lists value of the parameter.

For table-driven iFeatures, click to list defined values. The current value is the default row. Select the All Values check box to list all values. Click a value or press Esc to close the list.

Precise position

Upon completion of placement determines whether the iFeature can be positioned by constraints and dimensions.

Activate sketch edit immediately

Displays the sketch of the iFeature and activates commands on the Sketch tab. Use dimensions and constraints to position the iFeature on a parent feature.

Do not activate sketch edit

iFeature is positioned without constraints or dimensions. Its sketch must be activated before you can edit position.