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Methods for Press and Pull Modifications
With the PRESSPULL command, you specify the area to be extruded, and then
move the cursor or enter a value to specify the length of the extrusion. The
result is a single 3D solid object, often with a composite shape.
NOTE If you alternatively use EXTRUDE to extend an existing face on a 3D solid,
a separate extruded object is created.
Types of Objects That Can Be Pressed or Pulled
You can press or pull several types of bounded areas, including closed objects,
areas enclosed by coplanar geometry, the faces of 3D solids, and an imprinted
area on the face of a 3D solid. For a complete list of objects that are eligible
for a press or pull extrusion, see PRESSPULL.
You cannot taper the pressed or pulled shape as you create it. However, you
can achieve the same effect later by modifying the edges of the bounded area.
Add Facets to Faces on Solids and Surfaces
Subdivide faces into additional facets on 3D solids and surfaces by imprinting
other objects, such as arcs and circles on them.
With the IMPRINT command, you can add a new facet to a 3D solid by
imprinting a coplanar object that overlaps a face. Imprinting provides
additional edges that you can use to reshape the 3D object.
For example, if a circle overlaps the face of a box, you can imprint it on the
solid.
You can delete or retain the original object when you imprint it.
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