GuiCommand: Name: Arch CutLine MenuLocation: Arch , Cut with line Workbenches: Arch_Workbench Version: 0.19 SeeAlso: Arch_CutPlane
Arch CutLine
Description
The Arch CutLine tool cuts a solid Arch object like an Arch Wall or Arch Structure with a straight edge. Based on that edge and the normal of the Draft working plane a cutting face is generated.
![](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD-documentation/master/wiki/images/Arch_CutLine_example_1.png)
![](https://raw.githubusercontent.com/FreeCAD/FreeCAD-documentation/master/wiki/images/Arch_CutLine_example_2.png)
Arch Wall cut by a line. Left: subtractive box that appears when using the tool. Right: resulting wall after the cut is done.
Usage
- If required align the working plane:
- The selected edge may not be parallel to the normal of the working plane.
- The generated cutting face will be perpendicular to the working plane.
- Select the object to be cut in the Tree view or the 3D view.
- Select a straight edge. This must be selected in the 3D view.
- Press the
Cut with line button.
- Choose Behind or Front to indicate on which side of the cutting face material should be removed.
- Press the OK button.
Scripting
See also:
Arch API and FreeCAD Scripting Basics.
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