Place object between existing objects

You can quickly place objects between existing objects using drag and drop.

Procedure (quick video)

  1. Open the Symbols bar if it is not already open by clicking Symbols Symbols.
  2. Click the object symbol you want to place and hold down the mouse button.
  3. Drag the preview frame between the objects where you want to place the object. If you have enabled Guided Modeling, lines and arrows inform you of the orientation and distance of the dragged object from adjacent items. The connection on which the preview frame is placed is highlighted in green.

    Drag new object

  4. Release the mouse button. The object is placed, the lower objects are moved, and the connections are newly linked. The name of the new object is selected for renaming.
  5. Enter a name. If you enter an existing name, existing objects are offered for selection. You can create a new object, select an existing one, or create a new one with the same name.

    Drag object

You have quickly placed an object between existing objects. You can also place objects with drag and drop using Smart Modeling.

See also

Place object with drag and drop

Rearrange objects with drag and drop