Array Copy

This tool will automatically create copies of the selected object and lay them out in a grid pattern. The grid size is determined from the number of row and columns requested and the spacing of the object copies can be set directly as a gap distance, or in terms of an offset distance between each copy's position.

Watch this video to see this in action:

There are two ways to specify the spacing between elements in array:

• Gap : The X and Y fields will be used to specify the gap between edges of each object copy.
• Offset : The X and Y fields are used to define the offset of the position of each object copy, relative to the preceding one.

The symmetry area of the form gives you the ability to mirror and rotate objects. This allows for more advanced pattern making, by default the block symmetry form is set so there is no symmetry or rotation. To alter the pattern you can simply press the block symmetry buttons to create your desired pattern.

Entering values in the Row/Column displacement allows you to offset every other row or column by the value specified.

This tool can be used in both the 2D and 3D View.

2D View offers a more direct way to view your vectors while 3D Offers more flexability to work with Vectors in 3D Designs and to make use of the Edit Boxes.