To Draw the Rigid Frame Path and Convert it to a Structural Member

Use this procedure to draw a polyline path in the shape of the rigid frame, and then convert it with the Rigid Frame tool you created in Step 2.

1. In plan view, draw a polyline path for the rigid frame.
   

   Drawing the rigid frame path

2. On the Structural palette, select the Rigid Frame tool.
3. Right-click, select Apply Tool Properties to Linework.
4. Select the polyline that you created in step 1.
5. Enter y (Yes) to leave the original polyline in the drawing and press Enter.