Mirror 2 Points

Modify | Transform | Mirror

This duplication tool creates a mirrored image of selected objects across a line of symmetry, retaining or discarding the original.

The keyboard ALT key is used to retain the original and create a duplicate.

In the example below, the right objects were mirrored across the axis shown by the arrow. The ALT keyboard key was used to retain the original.

Mirroring the left object to the right. Keyboard ALT key is used to retain original. Axis of symmetry shown by arrow.

In the example below, the solid has been mirrored about its own axis, shown by the arrow. The keyboard ALT key was used to retain the original and create a duplicate.

Left solid mirrored about axis shown by arrow. Original retained by holding the keyboard ALT key.

[This tool is discussed and demonstrated in more detail here](3D Session 08_01.htm#Mirror).