An iFeature is a sketch or one or more features that can be saved and reused in other designs.
Create an iFeature from a sketch, and then use the sketch points to position geometry or use the sketch as a layout when creating other features.
You can position an iFeature when placing it in a part file by selecting any sketched line or point.
iFeature sketch to specify point position
Many designs require the same pattern of holes or cuts. An iFeature that contains a sketch with the points already positioned saves time and prevents errors. Its configuration is the same each time the iFeature is used.
iFeature sketch as layout
Use a layout sketch to position geometry. When features are positioned the same way in multiple parts, using iFeatures containing layout sketches ensures accurate positioning. For example:
- Sketch lines at specific distances and angles, and then save as an iFeature. Insert the iFeature sketch in a part, and then use the sketched geometry to position work planes. Sketch features on the work planes.
- Sketch geometry, and then save as an iFeature. Insert the iFeature sketch in a part, and then project geometry into other sketches and use to position geometry.
- Create geometry or points, and then save as an iFeature. Insert the iFeature in a part, and then use to create work features, which are used to position more features.