You can create a property-based tool from an existing object in a drawing. This capability is available in the following domains: Piping, Plumbing, Schematic, and Electrical (except cable tray). Use the following procedure depending on the domain in which you are working.
- To insert a fitting in the drawing, click
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- Save the drawing.
- Zoom into the drawing, and then select the fitting object.
- Drag the selected fitting part onto the particular domain’s fitting tool palette.
- Click the object, right-click, and click Properties.
- Edit tool properties, as described in Changing Tool Properties.