Translating a Curve

You can translate a curve along an axis or on a plane.

Before you begin: Create a 3D shape containing a curve.

  1. Click Modification .

  2. Optional: Select the curve.

  3. Click Transformations .

  4. Click Translation .

  5. Click the curve to position the manipulators depending on the mouse cursor position.

    Important: You are able to perform translations along three directions or three planes (defined by the directions).

  6. Optional: Move the mouse cursor to highlight the desired axis or plane.

  7. Hold down the left-mouse button and drag to translate the curve.

    Translation along an axis

    Translation onto a plane (drag the arc of circle)

  8. Release the left-mouse button when you are satisfied with the new position of the curve.