Use the Layout arc tool in the Applications & components catalog to create layout arcs. Layout arcs are created between layout points.

Before you start, ensure that the Select components selection switch is activated.

1. In the Applications & components catalog, double-click the Layout arc tool.

2. Define the layout arc properties on the Parameters tab:

   1. Enter a name and a description for the layout arc.

      If you do not enter a name, Layout manager adds a number as the name.

   2. Enter the diameter of the layout arc in the Size box.

      Layout manager uses the XS_IMPERIAL advanced option to determine the units. Set XS_IMPERIAL to TRUE to show imperial units.

   3. Select a color for the layout arc.

   4. Enter a name for the part that the Layout arc tool creates in the model.

   5. Select a group from the list or create a new group by entering a name.

   6. In Is circle, select how the arc is shown in the model. To show the arc as a complete circle, select Yes. This property is exported to and imported from .tflx files.

3. Select the start layout point for the arc in the model.

4. Select the end layout point for the arc in the model.

5. Select a layout point on the arc.

   Tekla Structures creates the arc when you select the point on the arc. The created layout arc is listed in Layout manager.