Slot

Slot

CommandSlot
Shortcut
ButtonIn Command Palette
Available in
IndieStudio

Description

Offsets a curve symmetrically on both sides and closes each end with a tangent arc, producing a closed slot profile.

Note: The curve must be open and not self-intersecting for the command to work.

Basic Usage

  1. Select a curve to offset.
  2. Search for Slot in the Command Palette, or press O twice to invoke Offset Curve command and activate Slot automatically.
  3. Set the options in the Command Dialog and Keyboard Shortcuts.
    • Command Dialog
      • Width: Specify the width.
    • Keyboard Shortcuts
      • D Distance: Specify the width.
  4. Confirm with OK in the Command Dialog or right-click.
  5. The slot profile is created.

See also