Move / Copy Objects > Multiple Copy, Array (Modify Menu)

This command can be used to make multiple copies of a chosen set of objects. The copies are placed on the division points of a two-dimensional array, which can be calculated according to various mathematical processes.

The array is entered in the form of a parallelogram. A parallelogram is a quadrangle whose opposite sides are parallel to one another. It can also be seen as a distorted rectangle.

The objects to be copied must be chosen. Click on objects to choose them.

The reference point within the objects can be entered using the mouse, by clicking anywhere in the drawing. The reference point indicates the place where the division point should be placed.

The first corner point of the parallelogram can be entered using the mouse, by clicking anywhere in the drawing.

The second corner point of the parallelogram can be entered using the mouse, by clicking anywhere in the drawing.

The third corner point of the parallelogram can be entered using the mouse, by clicking anywhere in the drawing.

The lengths Point 1 - Point 2 and Point 1 - Point 3 are used in the procedure. These are generally referred to as "Distances".

After choosing the objects and entering the reference point and the three points, the "Division" dialog dialog appears in which the division parameters for each of the two lengths can be specified.

After entering the division parameters, the objects are copied to all the calculated division points in the array.