To apply a scale factor to the mesh edge length

Applies to 2017.3 Update and later

When you generate a mesh with auto sizing option, you can apply a scale factor to the edge length.

  1. In the Layer pane, make the CAD layers active
  2. Click (Mesh tab > Mesh panel > Generate Mesh)
  3. Click CAD tab
  4. Enter a value between 0.1 and 5 in the Scale factor text box of Use auto sizing area
    Note: For example, when the factor is 2, all edge lengths are multiplied by 2, except the edge lengths specified by Define Mesh Density dialog.
  5. Click Mesh Now