Create a primitive T-Spline box

Learn how to use the Box command to create a T-Spline body in the shape of a primitive box in Fusion.

1. In the Design workspace, Form contextual environment, select Create > Box .

   The Box dialog displays.

2. In the Box dialog, select a Rectangle Type:

   • Center: Specify a center point and one corner.
   • 2-Point: Specify two opposite corners.

3. In the canvas, select a plane or planar face.

4. Draw a rectangle on the plane.

   A preview of the T-Spline body displays in the canvas.

5. Specify the Length, Width, and Height of the box:

   • Drag the distance manipulator handles in the canvas.
   • Enter exact values in the dialog.

6. Specify the number of Length Faces, Width Faces, and Height Faces on the box:

   • Drag the quantity manipulator handles in the canvas.
   • Enter exact values in the dialog.

7. Select a Direction option:

   • One Side: Creates box size in one direction, relative to the starting plane.
   • Symmetric: Creates box size symmetrically, relative to the starting plane.

8. Select a Symmetry option:

   • None
   • Mirror: Adds mirror symmetry to the box for future edits.
     • Length Symmetry: Mirrors along the X axis.
     • Width Symmetry: Mirrors along the Z axis.
     • Height Symmetry: Mirrors along the Y axis.

9. Select an Operation option:

   • New Body
   • New Component (Direct Modeling mode only)

10. Click OK.

The box primitive displays in the canvas.