Understanding the Fence Toolbox in MicroStation
The Fence Toolbox is an essential feature in MicroStation that allows users to create and manage a fence polygon or area for working with elements in the drawing. Accessing the Fence Toolbox is straightforward. Users can find the Fence icon in the Main toolbox within the Tasks section. By clicking and holding on the icon, a dropdown menu will appear where you can select "Open ‘Fence’ as Toolbox." This brings up various tools to place, modify, or relocate a fence.
Creating a Fence Step-by-Step
To draw a fence in MicroStation, follow these detailed steps:
Activate the Fence Tool: Begin by selecting the Fence tool from the Fence Toolbox.
Define the Fence Shape: Click on the workspace to establish the first corner of your fence. Move your cursor to outline the desired shape by clicking on subsequent points for additional corners. You can create straight lines between your clicks. Double-click or press the Enter key to finalize the shape of your fence.
Adjust Fence Properties: After creating your fence, it may be necessary to adjust its properties. You can do this by right-clicking on the fence and selecting “Properties.” Here, you can change things like the color, line style, and thickness of the fence outline.
- Review the Fence: Once you finish drawing, it’s important to visually inspect the fence. Ensure that it encompasses the area you intended to select. If adjustments are needed, you can modify the fence by selecting it and moving points around or by redrawing it entirely.
Using the Fence for Operations
Once the fence is created, you can utilize it for various functions within your project.
Selecting Elements: Use the fence to select all elements contained within the drawn area by utilizing commands like "Select Inside Fence."
Deleting Elements Outside the Fence: If you want to manage your workspace effectively, you can delete all elements outside the fence by navigating to the Images pulldown menu and selecting the "Delete / Outside fence" option. This action can help clean up unnecessary elements from your drawing.
- Copying Elements: If you need to replicate any of the elements within the fence, utilize the copy command. Simply select "Copy" from the command toolbar after choosing your elements, and then click where you want the copied elements to appear.
FAQs about Drawing Fences in MicroStation
1. Can I edit the shape of a fence after it is created?
Yes, you can modify a fence by selecting it and moving its vertices. You can also delete the current fence and redraw it if significant changes are necessary.
2. How do I delete a fence in MicroStation?
To remove a fence, simply select it and press the Delete key or right-click and choose "Delete" from the context menu.
3. Is it possible to save the fence settings for future use?
While the fence itself isn’t saved as a separate entity, you can remember properties and settings used by noting them down or by applying similar settings for subsequent fence drawings.
