You can
use the Pattern command to create copies of specified
entities as a circular pattern, a linear pattern, or a pattern along a path known as
associative patterns. The Pattern
dialog box displays specific tabs based on the pattern type.
The
copied entities inherit all properties of the original entities such as Layers,
LineColors, LineStyles, and LineWeights.
Associative
Patterns
You can create associative and nonassociative patterns. Entities
within associative patterns retain their relationships. You can edit associative
patterns in their entirety instead of changing the individual items in the pattern.
In nonassociative patterns, editing one item does not affect the other items.
To make patterns associative in the Pattern dialog
box:
- On the Circular or
Linear tab, under Settings, select Associative.
You can use the EditPattern
command to edit associative patterns.
To undo the associativity of patterns, use the Explode command.
3D Patterns
You can create associative and nonassociative 3D linear and circular
patterns.
Access
Command: Pattern
Menu:
Ribbon: