Matrix 9 Essentials 05 – Curve Construction and Transformation Commands

    24 October, 2025

     

    In this lesson

    An overview of the basic workflow of making a cross-section for extrusion.

    1. Using Rotate
    2. Using Mirror
    3. Using the three Scale commands
    4. Move and Duplicate
    5. Trim and Join
    6. Fillet and Offset
    7. Extruding a shape

    Practice exercise

    Try drawing the following shape with curve shapes, transform commands, Trim, and Join.

    WRITTEN BY

    Jack Meyer

    Bespoke jewellery designer and jewellery technology educator, providing jewellery CAD and design training since 2006.

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