Add/Remove (+/-)

Use the Add(+) and Remove(-) tools to modify an existing PolyNURBS cage by adding or removing blocks. This allows you to quickly build the basic shape of a PolyNURBS object.

Location: Geometry ribbon, Create group, PolyNURBS icon

Add Blocks to Cage

Use the Add(+) tool to add blocks to the face of an existing PolyNURBS cage.

  1. Click the PolyNURBS icon, and then select the Add Blocks to Cage (+) tool.
  2. Click the face of an existing cage to add a new block. For PolyNURBS surfaces, click an edge to add a new face.
  3. Right-click and mouse through the check mark to exit, or double-right-click.
Tip: When editing PolyNURBS surfaces, click on a face to extrude all connected faces into a solid. Some polyNURBS surfaces cannot be extruded due to the break angle.

Remove Blocks from Cage

Use the Remove(-) tool to remove blocks from the face of an existing PolyNURBS cage.

  1. Click the PolyNURBS icon, and then select the Remove Blocks from Cage (-) tool.
  2. Click the face of an existing cage to remove a block. For PolyNURBS surfaces, selecting a face will remove the face.
  3. Right-click and mouse through the check mark to exit, or double-right-click.