The following settings are contained within the Create Sphere dialog box.

 

Dialog Options:

 

Create By

Chose a method by which the sphere is to be created.

• Dynamic - Create sphere using DynaHandle. Details listed in Creating a Sphere.

• Radius - When selected, you are prompted to enter a radius value. The sphere will be created based upon this value.

• Two Positions - Use the Position Menu twice to define the endpoints of the diameter of the sphere.

• Three Positions - Use the Position Menu three times to define random points on the circumference of the sphere. The outer shell of the sphere will pass through all three points.

• Center and Position - Use the Position Menu to define the center of the sphere, then a position to define the radius. The displacement between the points is used as the radius.

• Select Base - Select a arc or circle entity to define the sphere. The radius and center of the circular entity will be used as the radius and center of the sphere.

 

Anchor Position

Choose the method of anchor position on primitive block to suite the situation for placement. If the anchor point is not where you need it, change on the fly using the alternate toggle as set in Tools>Options>Positioning/Selection>Generic Toggle.