For many features, you can enter and modify equations directly in PropertyManager fields that allow numerical inputs. You can create equations with global variables, functions, and file properties without accessing the Equations, Global Variables and Dimensions dialog box.
The following table lists where this capability is available:
Part Features |
Assembly Features |
Extruded Boss/Base |
Extruded Cut |
Extruded Cut |
Revolved Cut |
Simple Hole |
Fillet |
Revolved Boss/Base |
Chamfer |
Revolved Cut |
Hole |
Fillet |
Linear Pattern |
Chamfer |
Circular Pattern |
Scale |
|
Shell |
|
Rib |
|
Draft |
|
Base Flange |
|
Edge Flange |
|
Linear Pattern |
|
Circular Pattern |
|
Curve Driven Pattern |
|
Extruded Surface |
|
Revolved Surface |
|
Fillet Surface |
|
For example, in the PropertyManager for the Extruded Boss/Base feature, you can enter equations in:
- Depth fields for Direction 1 and Direction 2
- Draft fields for Direction 1 and Direction 2
- Thickness fields for a Thin Feature with two direction types
- Offset Distance field
To create an equation in a numeric input field, start by entering = (equal sign). A drop-down list displays options for global variables, functions, and file properties.
Numeric input fields that contain equations can display either the equation itself or its evaluated value. You can toggle between the equation and the value by clicking the Equations
or Global Variable
button that appears at the beginning of the field.
You cannot change an evaluated value when it is displayed in the input field, but you can toggle to the equation and then edit or delete the equation.
Equations that you create or edit in the PropertyManager, Equations dialog box, or Modify dialog box are reflected in all that areas.