To Create Profiles

Use this procedure to create a profile.

1. Draw closed linework in the shape you need for the profile-based component.
2. Select the linework, right-click, and click Convert To Profile Definition.
3. To add another closed linework component to the profile, enter a (Add Ring), and select the desired linework.
4. Define the insertion point of the profile:
   • To create the insertion point at the object center, enter c (Centroid).
   • To create the insertion point at a different point of the object, specify an insertion point on screen.
5. Press Enter.
6. Enter a name for the profile, and click OK.

   You can now use the profile as a building block for profile-based object components.

   Note: Alternatively, you can click Manage tabStyle & Display panelProfile Definitions, and add a new profile. In order to define the geometry, right-click the new profile definition in Style Manager, click Set From, and select the desired linework on screen.