CADWorx Structure tab: Model panel > Area Objects > Area Objects palette > Decking
Creates decking in the drawing using specified points, a polyline that defines the area of the decking, or support members.
Template
Specifies a predefined configuration of the decking.
Save
Saves any changes you make to the selected template.
Save As
Displays the Save As Template dialog box, which allows you to save a new template.
To save changes to an existing template, click Save.
Show Detailed Decking
Displays the decking in detail with all members. When you clear the Show Detailed Decking check box, the decking displays as an extruded block.
General
Boundary Offset
Specifies the offset of the boundary from the edge of the beam member.
Height (H)
Specifies the height of the decking.
Step Large (P)
Specifies the step large distance of the decking.
Below Width (X)
Specifies the below width of the decking.
Above Width (Z)
Specifies the above width of the decking.
Thickness
Specifies thickness of the decking.
Unit Weight
Specifies the unit weight of the decking.
Span Rotation
Specifies the rotation angle of the decking members.
Material
Specifies the material of the decking.
Group
Specifies the group classification of the structural member designated in the Group Manager. When you select a group from the list, the layer automatically updates to the layer assigned to that group. The groups that display in the Group list come from the Group Manager in the Structure Editor. For more information, see Group Manager in the CADWorx Structure Editor Users Guide.
Layer
Specifies the assigned layer. Layers default to the assigned group. However, you can change a layer as needed. The layers that display in the Layer list come from the Layer Manager in the Structure Editor. For more information, see Layer Manager in the CADWorx Structure Editor Users Guide.
Detail
Long Description
Specifies a long description for the item that you place.
Short Description
Specifies a short description for the item that you place.
Part Number
Specifies a part number for the item that you place.
Tag
Specifies the tag of the item that you place.
Place By
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Points
Places an item by defining a close boundary of points. Click to define the item by at least four points in the 3D model space.
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Lines
Places an item in the 3D model space from selected lines. The length and position of the line define the component. The lines must define a closed boundary.
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Members
Places an item in the 3D model space from selected support members. The members must define a closed boundary.
Insert
Places the item in the 3D model space based on the configuration and the selected Place By option. This option is not available when you modify.
Apply
Applies changes to an inserted item. This option is only available after you select an item in the drawing.
Double-click decking to display the Modify Decking palette.