Learn how to create elements and modify their properties in the 3D model.
Topics in this section
Select Objects
Learn the ways to select model elements, either individually or as part of a larger selection.
Search Objects
Learn how you can search for objects in the 3D model and save your filters for later use,
Mark objects in the model
Use the tools to mark objects in the model for better visibility and easier access to objects you need to modify.
Work with Object Properties
All created objects have default properties that you can change in the Advance Properties dialog box, which automatically appears after creating an object.
Use Coordinate Systems
For more precise drawing, use the coordinate system to conveniently enter coordinates and define work planes.
The Building Grid
The building grid helps you to easily place Advance objects within a construction design. Placing a building grid is the first step of 3D modeling and should be carefully planned to help the structure layout.
Level Symbols
Level symbols are auxiliary objects used to identify the elevation of a point according to a reference level (height), often the sea level.
Workplanes
Work planes are defined in the 3D space and are used to shape the model elements, such as ramps or sloped beams. You can create as many work planes as necessary.
Create Model Elements
Learn how to create different types of model elements, such as beams, plates, welds, processing or connections and how to modify their properties.
Create and Use Connections
Advance Steel creates intelligent connections (joints) that consists of basic elements and dependent elements controlled by construction rules.
Connections: Predefined Configurations
Learn how to easily deploy steel connections in the model stage, using the Advance Steel Joint Library functionality.
Quick Connections
Learn how to configure, use and transfer (migrate) quick connections.
Stairs and Railings
Learn how to create complex structures, such as stairs and railings to add to your 3D model.
Analytical Nodes
Learn how to use analytical nodes to calculate the force resistance in your 3D structure.
The Copy Tool
This tool creates one or several copies of the selected elements. You can create a whole assembly and copy it as many times as necessary.