Use the Arc tool under the Sketch menu to create arcs.
Create an arc
- Select Sketch > Arc.
For other methods of accessing this tool, visit Accessing tools. - Click and drag your cursor to add two endpoints.
- Drag your cursor to adjust the curve of the arc.
- Click to finalize the shape.
- To finish, press Escape.
- To exit sketching, select Exit Sketching.
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Define your sketch plane, go to Sketch<>>Line/Arc.
For other methods of accessing this tool, visit Accessing tools. </>> - Tap the Line Type menu below Line/Arc.
- Select Arc.
- Use your pen to draw an arc.
- To complete the Arc tool, select outside of the sketch.
History settings
To manage history settings for the automatic Arc action, find the step for your specific sketch and then view or modify the following:
- Plane – Click/tap Edit… or Select… to modify the plane or face where you want the sketch to be and then select Done.
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Projection – If applicable, click/tap Edit… to modify any existing projections to your sketch.
Note: To learn more about sketch projections, visit Project.
Learn more by watching the video below:
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- Accessing tools – Understand how tools appear based on what you select in the modeling space.
- Selecting geometry – Master selection techniques for edges, faces, sketches, and bodies.
- Defining and calculating numerical values – Learn how to apply dimensions, enter precise values, and use formulas.
- Keyboard shortcuts, gestures, and hotkeys – View keyboard shortcuts you can use to access tools and speed up actions.
- Variables and expressions – Set up reusable values and expressions to control your design parametrically.