Sketcher SelectRedundantConstraints

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Select associated geometry

Select conflicting constraints

Sketcher

Sketcher SelectRedundantConstraints
Menu location
Sketch → Sketcher tools → Select redundant constraints
Workbenches
Sketcher
Default shortcut
Z P R
Introduced in version
0.15
See also
None

Description

The Sketcher SelectRedundantConstraints tool selects the redundant constraints in a sketch.

If such constraints exist in a sketch the Solver messages section of the Sketcher Dialog displays this message:

• Redundant constraints: (#, #, #)

Where (#, #, #) are the indices of the constraints. Clicking the underlined text will select the redundant constraints.

Please note that a sketch can also have redundant constraints if this messages is displayed:

• Over-constrained: (#, #, #)

Usage

1. There are several ways to invoke the tool:
   • Click the underlined text in the Sketcher Dialog as described above.
   • Select the Sketch → Sketcher tools → Select redundant constraints option from the menu.
   • Use the keyboard shortcut: Z then P, then R.
2. The redundant constraints are selected.
3. Optionally click in an empty area in the 3D view to clear the selection.

Notes

• Redundant constraints must be removed from the sketch.
• Instead of the proposed indices it is also possible to delete other constraints.

Select associated geometry

Select conflicting constraints

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