Sketch Line Loads with or without a Host

Sketch a line load along structural elements in an analytical view.

1. Click Analyze tabAnalytical Model panel (Loads).
2. Click Modify | Place Loads tabLoads panel (Line Load).
3. On the Properties palette, select a value for Load Case.
4. For the Orient to parameter, select Project or Work Plane.
5. Sketch line loads as appropriate in your model, such as along a joist.
   

Place a hosted line load along structural wall or floor edges, and structural framing elements

1. Click Analyze tabAnalytical Model panel (Loads).
2. Click Modify | Place Loads tabLoads panel (Hosted Line Load).
3. On the Properties palette, select a value for Load Case.
4. For the Orient to parameter, select Project or Host Local Coordinate System.
5. Select a component along which you wish to place the load instance.