Snapping to a Plane Defined by 3 Points

You can snap two elements using three points. This command is frequently used to snap an item inside a cylindrical object (for example, a screw inside a nut or washer).

Before you begin: Have a scenario open.

  1. Select the item you want snapped (that is, moved in relation to another object). For example, a screw to be snapped to a nut.

  2. Click Snap Resource to Plane Defined by 3 Points .

  3. Select three points on the inner circle of the nut. Once you select the third point, the screw snaps to the nut.

  4. To orient the screw correctly, right-click on the compass then select Edit.

    The Parameters for Compass Manipulation dialog box appears.

  5. Select the axis that needs alteration (in this example, the Y axis needs the minus button pushed). The parts are snapped.