Bridge a Freeform face

Bridge connects bodies or creates holes in a freeform model. Editing a freeform body with Bridge allows you to develop smooth connections by specifying faces to bridge.

  1. On the ribbon, click 3d Model tab Freeform panel Bridge . If necessary, click the drop-down menu to access Bridge.
  2. Select a start face for your bridge
  3. Select an end face for your bridge.
  4. Use the flip buttons to flip the direction around the loops. Alternately you can select an edge near an arrow to flip the direction.
  5. In the dialog box select the Preview checkbox to see how the bridge may look. The arrows show the start direction for the bridge.
  6. Add faces and introduce twists as needed.

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