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    LOFTNORMALS (System Variable)

    Controls the normals of a lofted object where it passes through cross sections.

    Type:Integer
    Saved in:Drawing
    Initial value:1

    This setting is ignored when specifying a path or guide curves.

    Value

    Description

    0

    Ruled

    1

    Smooth Fit

    2

    Start cross section

    3

    End cross section

    4

    Start and End cross sections

    5

    All cross sections

    6

    Use draft angle and magnitude

    Related Concepts

    • About Creating a Solid or Surface by Lofting

    Related Reference

    • Commands for Constructing 3D Solids and Surfaces from 2D Geometry

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