Restore Member Offsets

Use the Auto Offset tool to restore the position of members after associated sections have been edited.

In the Skeleton workflow, when member sections sketches are edited, it's necessary to restore the original member position. This is due to the new shear center position. In these cases, the Auto Offset tool should be used.
Figure 1. Original Section with Right Offset but Wrong Sketch


Figure 2. Section Sketch Before Editing


Figure 3. Fixed Sketch and New Shear Center Position


Figure 4. Fixed Sketch Section with Wrong Offset


  1. From the Skeleton ribbon, click the Auto Offset tool.
    Figure 5.


  2. Select members or member sections to be adjusted.
    Note: Only connected members and member sections are supported.
  3. On the guide bar, complete one of the following:
    • Click to apply and stay in the tool.
    • Click to apply and close the tool.
    • Click to exit the tool without applying.
  4. Review the applied offset.
    Figure 6. Fixed Sketch Section with Fixed Offset