Initially, the same mesh properties are applied globally to all meshed slabs. In order to adjust the global slab mesh properties, see the following instructions.

1. Go to the Project Workspace.
2. In the Structure tree, click Structure.
3. Go to the Properties window.
4. Accept or adjust the Slab Mesh Size.
5. Accept or adjust the Slab Uniformity Factor.
   At 100% uniformity all slabs in the mesh will be of approximately equal area.

   Tip: To optimize solution time, you can use a coarser mesh during design development. Later, at the final design stage, you can switch to a more refined mesh.
6. Accept or adjust the Slab Mesh Type:

   • QuadDominant: mainly consists of quadrilateral 2D elements, but may use occasional triangular elements to create a better mesh.

   • QuadOnly: only consists of quadrilateral 2D elements.

   • Triangular: only consists of triangular 2D elements.