Modify FEA symbol properties

You can change the size and spacing of the load, constraint, and assembly connector symbols using the Graphic Symbol Size dialog box.

1. Select a load, constraint, or assembly connector in the Simulation pane, or click a symbol you want to modify in the graphics window.

2. Click its edit definition handle in the graphics window.

   Note:

   The edit definition handle looks like a 3D annotation, for example, Force 1, Pressure 1, Fixed 1, Glued 1.

3. On the command bar, click the Graphic Symbol Size button .

4. In the Graphic Symbol Size dialog box, do any of the following:

   • Adjust the size of the symbols by moving the Graphics Symbol Size slider.

   • Adjust the density of the symbols by moving the Graphics Symbol Spacing slider.

   

You can change the color for the symbols and the value label associated with a selected load, constraint, or connector symbol.

1. Select a load, constraint, or assembly connector in the Simulation pane, or click a symbol you want to modify in the graphics window.

2. Click its edit definition handle in the graphics window.

   Note:

   The edit definition handle looks like a 3D annotation, for example, Force 1, Pressure 1, Fixed 1, Glued 1.

3. On the command bar, click the Color button .

4. In the Color dialog box, make changes to the existing color or define a custom color.

   The Color button on the command bar updates to show the current color when you close the dialog box.

   Example: