Special shape/macro

The Special shape / macro function is used to create the geometry of a special tool or a macro at the position of a special shape / macro text.

Generate geometry at text position

  • You have opened a CAD or NC model
  • It contains texts with a reference to a special tool or macro.
  • The tool or macro is available for the machine.
  1. Under Extras > Part calculation > Geometry, click the Special shape / macro button.
  1. Configure your desired settings.
  1. Click OK.
  • The corresponding geometries are generated at the text passages.