In addition to importing item shapes or downloading them from Tekla Warehouse , you can create shapes using existing geometry and parts in Tekla Structures models. For example, you can create a shape using a single part or several parts that have been attached to each other.

The part reference point that has the yellow handle determines the origin of the shape. The positive global x direction determines the direction of the shape. Later on when you create items using the shape, the shape origin and direction will align with the yellow and magenta item handles.

1. Using parts , model the geometry from which you want to create a shape.
2. If you want to include more than one part in the shape, attach the parts to each other.
3. Select the part.
4. Right-click and select Create shape from geometry.

   Alternatively, you can go to Quick Launch , search for and select the Create shape from geometry command, and then select the part.