Question
How to convert a line/wire element into a guide path?
Answer
Follow the steps below to convert a line or wire element into a guide path:
To demonstrate this process, we’ve used a simple example where a Layout and two Line elements have been modeled, as shown below.
Step 1: In Base mode of CIM, go to the Base ribbon
Step 2: Click on the Guide Path option
A menu panel will be displayed on the left side of the modeling window.
Step 3: Choose By Select option
Step 4: Using the cursor cross selection, select the Layout in the model window
Once the Layout is selected, three additional sections will be displayed below the Select Layout option.
Step 5: Using the cursor cross selection, select the required Line/wire.You can select multiple lines by holding down the Ctrl key while clicking on them.
Step 6: Change the Accuracy angle as per your requirement
Step 7: Click on the Apply) button to convert selected Line/Wire elements into Guide Paths.
By following these steps, you can easily convert multiple lines into guide paths for further modeling work in CIM.