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Aligning 2D Footprints

You can align the 2D footprints and center them on a rail.

Select the reference block and click Cabinet layout > 2D footprint alignment

The dockable panel displays the following options:

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	Returns to the previous interface.

Select the devices to align.
Enter the distance between the selected 2D footprints in the Spacing field.

You can also use Modify > Align blocks to align the 2D Footprints horizontally and vertically.

Search 'Aligning 2D Footprints' in the SOLIDWORKS Knowledge Base.

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