Several modes are available when drawing structural elements.
The tools available in the Mode panel depend on the type of element selected.
| Use... | With... | To... |
|---|---|---|
 Up
|
Columns | Draw a column by specifying its base. |
 Down
|
Columns | Draw a column by specifying its top. |
 Horizontal
|
Beams, Floors | Restrict the creation of an element to the XY plane. |
 Chain
|
Beams, Walls, Bars | Draw consecutive elements continuously. |
 Contour
|
Floors, Panels | Draw closed profiles for elements such as floors, or panels. |
 Rectangle
|
Floors, Panels | Draw rectangular elements such as floors, or panels. |
 Circle
|
Floors, Panels | Draw circular elements such as floors, or panels. |
 Up
|
Walls | Draw a wall by specifying its base. |
 Down
|
Walls | Draw a wall by specifying its top. |