Cross Section (xsec)

For a more formal section relative to existing references you may wish to create a datum plane before creating the xsec.  Otherwise you can offset parallel to an existing planar reference or dynamically position the cutting plane with the 3D dragger.

 

Either;

View tab > Section

Offset from an existing planar reference – surface or plane.  Activate the 3D dragger in the dashboard.

Properties > Name > give an appropriate name if using in engineering drawings

Accept the section and it will remain active and show in the model tree. RMB > Deactivate to turn off the section.

 

Or;

ico.view.manager View Manager >  Sections tab > New > Planar

Give a simple, single letter/number name > enter

Repeat as above

 

The view manager combines various very useful tools which modify how a model or assembly is displayed.  Various different display states and effects can be saved and activated at any time to assist visualisation of the project.