Using the Bend tool in 3D

To use the Bend tool in 3D, do the following:

  1. Create a single design or open an existing one with bend lines in its 3D Assist layer.



  2. Click Convert to 3D on the Tool Rack.
  3. In the Add Unfolded Design(s) dialog box, click inside the base face and click OK.
  4. Use the Fold Angle or Fold All tool to fold the creases in the design.



  5. Click Bend and then click one of the bend panels.
  6. The bend panel turns magenta to indicate it is selected and an Angle field and slider appear on the Status bar, along with a Radius field.



  7. Change the Angle for the bend by either entering a value in the field, choosing a preset value from the drop-down list box, or by using the slider as shown below. You can also change the bend by entering a value in the Radius field.



  8. When you are satisfied with the bend of the first panel, click the second panel and adjust its bend, and repeat for the remaining panel(s).



  9. Shown below is the completed bend sequence.



Note:

A bend angle of 180 means it is flat. A positive bend angle has the print side on the outside of the bend, while a negative bend angle has the print side on the inside of the bend.

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