The Ellipse tool creates a closed sketch profile that is defined by a major and minor axis.
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Create an ellipse
To create an ellipse:
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Define your sketch plane, go to Sketch > Ellipse.
For other methods of accessing this tool, visit Accessing tools. - Click to place a point, then move your pointer to draw a line. This will be the length of your first axis. Click to finalize the diameter of the first axis.
- Move your pointer perpendicular to your first axis to define the second axis. Click to finalize the diameter of the second axis.
Note: You can specify the values for the major and minor axes before placing the endpoints by typing the values using a keyboard.
To create an ellipse:
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Define your sketch plane, go to Sketch > Ellipse.
For other methods of accessing this tool, visit Accessing tools. - Select a point on the grid for the center of the ellipse and drag to position the circumference.
History settings
To manage history settings for the automatic Ellipse 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.
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- 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.
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