Creo Illustrate, 2D Symbols, Arrows

[Ramon_Bohne]

Hello all,

I wanted to ask how you handle additional 2D symbols such as arrows, annotations and other image additions.

I am thinking about creating a whole range of helpful 2D symbols. For example, all kinds of arrows and also a bin. I find that helpful sometimes.

Of course, such things can be done later with another tool during further image processing, but we would like to do the complete image creation in CI if possible.

My questions:
1. how do you deal with this issue?

2. is it possible to rotate inserted 2D symbols? This would be very helpful for arrows.

3. is it possible to change the order of the inserted 2D symbols. The last 2D symbols inserted overlap the previous ones, and sometimes rearranging them would be helpful.

Thanks and best regards

Ramon

[agarland]

Hi Ramon,

I'm afraid there is currently no way to reorder or rotate a 2D symbol once it's placed in the figure.

The only work arounds I can think of are to either use 3D arrows (if this can be made to work for you) or add the same arrow to the library multiple times at different angles.

I would also suggest creating an idea for a few enhancements to 2D symbols.

Thanks

Adrian

[Ramon_Bohne]

Hello Adrian,

I have already added a lot of 3D arrows to the 3D library. But 3D arrows are not as black as I would like because they are spatially shaded.

I have added the idea to the "Ideas" section.

Maybe someone else will share his/her procedure to deal with this topic?

Thanks and best regards

Ramon

[TomM]

The issue with black arrows is connected to the render mode you're using (White Shaded). Check if you're fine using "Shaded with edges".

[spark-6]

Hi,  I've just started illustrator now.  

I need to know how to add 3D arrow as u mentioned it  ?   what kind of file format for 3D symbol ? thanks

[TomM]

There are already a few available in the OOTB software.

However, if you want to add your own custom arrow (or any other 3d symbol) you need to first export the 3d model to .pvz file type (I think it's only possible under Creo Parametric). Then unpack the .pvz archive and you'll find, among other, the .ol file. This is the one you need to add in the Creo Illustrate software as a new symbol geometry.

[Ramon_Bohne]

As TomM already said, you have to create the arrows in 3D with your CAD system. Then save as .pvz and unzip.
If you save as .pvs, you will get the .oi file directly.
You can then import the .oi file into the 3D symbol library in Creo Illustrate.
But then you only have the symbol for this one CI. You should therefore use the administration tool and create your individual 3D/3D library for a standard defined by you.
Regards
Ramon

[spark-6]

 I can make a lot 3D symbols now~.    Thanks a lot ~.