Symmetry Copies Tool

Quickly create symmetrical copies of a component or group along coordinate axes with automatic positioning.

How it works

1. Activate the tool
2. Select a group or component to duplicate
3. Position the cursor to define the symmetry reference point
4. Click to automatically create the symmetrical copies

Adjustable parameters

• Width distance: horizontal spacing between the original and its symmetrical copy
• Depth distance: vertical spacing between the original and its symmetrical copy
• Number of copies: 2 copies (symmetry on one axis) or 4 copies (symmetry on two axes)
• Symmetry type: automatically determined based on cursor position

Types of symmetry

• Simple symmetry (2 copies): when the cursor is aligned with only one axis (horizontal or vertical)
• Double symmetry (4 copies): when the cursor is offset on both axes simultaneously

Tips

• You can enter precise values in the VCB using the format "width;depth" (e.g., 100mm;200mm)
• The minimum distance is automatically applied to avoid overlaps
• If you have already selected a group or component before activating the tool, it will be automatically used
• The number of copies automatically adapts based on your positioning
• The copies follow the coordinate axes of the current system
• The tool remembers the distances used to facilitate repetitive operations
• Keep the cursor close to the axes to get symmetry on a single axis

VCB input

• Format: Width ; Depth
• Partial entry: a parameter left empty keeps its current value — 12 changes only the 1st parameter, ;0.2 only the 2nd.