Creating a Pattern

You can create a Pattern from a new feature or from an existing feature:

To create a pattern from a new feature:

1. Click the Features step in the Steps panel to display the New Feature Wizard.
2. Select the feature type you want to create a pattern from.
3. Select Make a pattern from this feature.
4. Click Next.
5. Follow the steps in the Wizard to create the Pattern.

To create a pattern from an existing feature using the New Feature Wizard:

1. Click the Features step in the Steps panel to display the New Feature Wizard.
2. Select Pattern in the From Feature section.
3. Click Next.
4. Follow the steps in the Wizard to create the Pattern.

To create a pattern from an existing feature using the menu:

1. Select the feature you want to create a Pattern from in the graphics window.
2. Select Features & Manufacturing tab > Pattern & Group panel > Pattern.
3. Use the Pattern Properties dialog to create a Pattern.