The Offest Edge tool creates new sketch elements that are offset from existing elements by a specified distance. You can use the Offset Edge tool within a sketch, with sketch regions, or with the edges and faces of a 3D body. The Offset Edge tool includes two offset types: single and loop. For more information on using this tool, explore the sections below:
For information on using Offset Edge within a sketch, see Offset Edge (Sketch).
Offset Edge, Single
To offset a single edge from a sketch region or 3D body:
- Go to Tools > Offset Edge.
💡Tip: For other methods of accessing this tool, visit: Accessing tools. - Select Type: to access the Offset Edge Type menu.
- Choose Single as the offset type.
- Select an edge of an existing body or sketch region.
NOTE: If selecting an edge of a body, arrows will appear in the two directions available for offsetting the edge. Select the appropriate arrow for the direction you want to offset. - Specify the offset direction and distance using one of these methods:
- Drag the arrows in either direction to offset the object.
- Select the arrows or dimension label to enter an offset value in the numpad.
- Complete the Offset Edge tool by selecting Done.
Offset Edge, Loop
To offset a loop of edges from a sketch region or 3D body:
- Go to Tools > Offset Edge.
💡Tip: For other methods of accessing this tool, visit: Accessing tools. - Select Type: to access the Offset Edge Type menu.
- Choose Loop as the offset type.
- Select an edge that is included in the loop you want to offset.
Note: If selecting an edge of a body, arrows will appear in the two directions. Every edge in a body is associated with two faces. Therefore, two loops are possible based on the selection of an edge. Select the appropriate arrow for the loop you want to offset. - Specify the offset direction and distance using one of these methods:
- Drag the arrows in either direction to offset the object.
- Select the arrows or dimension label to enter an offset value in the numpad.
- Complete the Offset Edge tool by selecting Done.
For more information on using this tool, check out the Offset from edges tutorial on our website.