Move and Rotate

The Move/Rotate command is used to adjust the position and orientation of components within an assembly. It is typically used for preliminary positioning before applying mates, or for verifying component motion and spatial relationships.

Enter Move/Rotate Mode

Use either of the following methods to enter Move/Rotate mode:

• In the graphics area, select a component, right-click, and choose "Move/Rotate" from the context menu (Shortcut: G).

• In the structure tree, right-click the corresponding component node and select "Move/Rotate" (Shortcut: G).

Move Components

1. Select the target components.

2. Drag a gizmo axis to translate the component and release to confirm the new position.

3. (Optional) Input a numeric distance value and press Enter to apply a precise translation.

Free movement via gizmo

Movement via distance input

Rotate components

1. Select the target components.

2. Drag a gizmo rotation handle to adjust orientation and release to confirm the result.

3. (Optional) Input a numeric angle value and press Enter to apply a precise rotation.

Free rotation via gizmo

Rotation via angle input

Exit Move/Rotate Mode

Use either of the following methods to exit Move/Rotate mode:

• Click anywhere in the graphics area outside the gizmo.

• Press Esc.

Notes

• When a part is selected at the top-level assembly, motion is performed about its own centroid.

• When a component inside a subassembly is selected at the top-level assembly, the entire subassembly is moved or rotated about its assembly reference.

• To manipulate an individual component within a subassembly, entry into the subassembly editing environment is required.