Dynamic Door Sample
-Previously we have created a dynamic Wall and Column that can be stretched perfectly.
-Now what we want to achieve is a dynamic door with different sizes to choose.
-We can design a door like this according to wall thickness.
-Immediately we draw a rectangle as shown.
-Then execute “Wipeout” command and select “Pick polyline” option.
-Select the rectangle to convert it into wipeout object.
-Right click the wipeout and “Send to back”.
-Let’s quickly create a block definition from this door design.
-Make sure the insertion point is the door hinge.
-Give the block name “Single Door”.
-After finish defining the block, open block editor and edit it.
-We have to add a “Linear” parameter between the door hinges with one grip only.
-Select the “Distance1” parameter, then open properties palette.
-Change the parameter name to “Door Width”.
-We need to apply “Stretch” action to the parameter as shown.
-Then use the “Scale” action as shown.
-And quickly select “Alignment” parameter and place it as shown.
-Select the “Door Width” parameter.
-Change Dist type to “List”.
-And we different values to the door width as we need.
-Now we need to apply “Loockup” parameter.
-And select “Loockup” action as shown.
-Press the “Add Properties” button.
-Select the “Parameter name” and press “Ok” button.
-Fill up all the blank spaces according to “List” values.
-Finally, “Close Block Editor” and “Save” the changes.
-Again execute “Wipeout” command and set the frame visibility to “Off”.
-Then select this grip and place the door on the wall.
-We can stretch the door or even choose what size to show.
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