Edit Route graphically

For any selected Route element: click an edge, node, or reference line to access pet palette commands.

Insert new node

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From the reference line:

1.Choose Insert new node.

2.Drag to create a new node and change the Route shape.

Move Node

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Available for a node between two adjacent straight segments.

Drag the connection node, or enter values in the Tracker. This modifies the segment length.

Elevate Route (Floor Plan)

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Enter the value by which you wish to elevate the Route.

Elevate Route (3D)

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Use the Drag command to change Route elevation on the Z axis.

Continue Route

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Available at the end of an unconnected straight segment.

Flexible Duct: Move node

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Click a node of the Flexible Duct.

Choose Move Sub-element, then drag the node.

Flexible Duct: Insert new node

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Click on the centerline of the Flexible Duct.

Choose Move Sub-element, then click the centerline to create a new node.

Offset Segment

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1.Select the element.

2.Click the centerline/axis.

3.From the pet palette, select “Offset segment” to move it.

Note: Not available for routes connected with branches.

Split MEP Route

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1.Select the route you wish to split.

2.Choose Edit > Reshape > Split command, or the hatchet icon from the toolbar.

3.Draw a temporary splitting line.

Note: In the 3D window, a red splitting plane is shown as feedback.

4.Click on either side of the splitting line/arc with the Eyeball cursor.

5.Elements on the clicked side will remain selected, while elements on the other side will be deselected.