topic Re: Is it possible to edit a Mesh in Elevation or section? in Modeling

Is it possible to edit a Mesh in Elevation or section?

Anonymous — Tue, 23 May 2023 12:53:18 GMT

Hi,

I'm working on a complex structure and I'm using the mesh too in order to create the windows. The roof was fairly easy to insert mesh as I could see all the lines/points on plan. When I get to the Elevations I can only work with the mesh in 3D. I'm aware that I can convert the mesh to a roof but when I do this, the roof is split into multiple pieces which leads to lines all over the window.

Is there any other way to edit the mesh excluding in 3D?

Thank You

Re: Is it possible to edit a Mesh in Elevation or section?

Dwight — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 19:31:03 GMT

I understand how easy it is to get lost editing meshes in 3D.

I suggest that you employ a series of 3D elements - like slabs on a unique layer - to cue 3D Mesh editing since it is easy to add mesh points and elevate them in 3D - all you need is a hot spot to snap to.

Re: Is it possible to edit a Mesh in Elevation or section?

Anonymous — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 19:48:00 GMT

Dwight wrote:
I understand how easy it is to get lost editing meshes in 3D.

I suggest that you employ a series of 3D elements - like slabs on a unique layer - to cue 3D Mesh editing since it is easy to add mesh points and elevate them in 3D - all you need is a hot spot to snap to.

Thanks I'll give that a go.

What is the reason why we cannot edit a Mesh in Elevation? Surely if a roof can be edited, a mesh should be just as easy? Unless it's because the roof has a pre-defined plane (45 degree for example?)

Re: Is it possible to edit a Mesh in Elevation or section?

Anonymous — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 19:55:50 GMT

Are Mesh's able to be split or trim? In Elevation I've used trim and split tools and nothing happens...

Whilst we are on the topic of Mesh's, how do I enaable the mesh to show as transparent in Elevation? (I'm using blue glass material (default) and I have transparency turned on in Elevation settings...