When placing a linear sketch pattern (or circular), why are
the patterned entity positions still floating after specifying the
spacing and with the base entity position fully dimensioned?? For
example (see graphic), I have placed a point in the hole wizard
with it's position defined. I want this hole position to be
patterned so I use a linear sketch pattern, defining the number of
instances and spacing in both directions. In my mind, this should
mean that all the positions of the pattern are fixed, but I can
still drag the pattern around?!?! So I need to add additional
dimensions/constraints, which can potentially change my pattern
definition. I can think of no reason why the pattern should work
this way! I don't want there to be an opportunity to inadvertantly
tweak the pattern some. If I wanted to adjust the pattern I would
just right click and 'Edit Linear Pattern'.
Am I missing something??
Joel
Am I missing something??
Joel
When using a sketch pattern, you have to select both of the "Add dimensions" boxes, plus the "add angle dim" or whatever it says. Without those dimensions, it's just a floating underdefined pattern.