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Curve Array

Curve Array

Command
Curve Array
Shortcut
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Button
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Duplicate objects along a curve by specifying the number of copies. Twist, scale, alignment, and create instance options are available.

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Images and meshes (.OBJ, .STL, .FBX, etc.) can be arrayed, with controls for twist, scale, alignment, and placement along the curve. However, instancing them is not supported.

Basic Usage

  1. Select the object you want to duplicate.
  2. Use the Curve Array command in the Command Palette.
  3. Select the Curve to use as the path.
  4. Set the options in the Command Dialog and Keyboard Shortcuts.
    • Command Dialog
      • Number: Specify the number of duplications.
      • Twist: Specify the angle of twist along the Curve in degrees.
      • Scale: Specify the scaling factor along the Curve.
      • Alignment:
        • Parallel: Duplicate the Curves in parallel, regardless of the path.
        • Normal: Duplicate the Curves with angles aligned to the path.
      • Extent: Specify a value to adjust the range of duplicates, depending on the currently selected method.
      • Method: Defines how the extent of the duplicates is controlled.
        • Distance: Adjusts the duplication range using a metric value, based on your preferences in Plasticity.
        • Ratio: Adjusts the duplication range using a ratio value between 0.00 and 1.00. (Default: 1.00)
      • Make instances: Create instances instead of independent copies. (See Create Instances)
    • Keyboard Shortcuts
      • Shift + Wheel up Add copy: Increases the number of duplications.
      • Shift + Wheel down Subtract copy: Reduces the number of duplications.
  5. Confirm with OK in the Command Dialog or right-click.

See also

Copy with PlacementDimension