Create and Delete Gussets

Creating a New Gusset

Step 1 - Start Brace Insertion

Begin insertion by clicking the + Create button, right-clicking in empty space, or using the Ctrl + Qkeyboard shortcut and selecting Gusset

Tip

You can use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Q + G to begin inserting a gusset.

Step 2 - Place the Gusset

Place the brace by choosing a point on a member where you would like to center the gusset. You can also modify the height and width of the Gusset, as well as enter notes about the material being used.

Note

The generated gusset will be aligned with the closest perimeter edge of the truss and cut against other perimeter edges.

Note

Once the gusset has been placed you can no longer adjust height/width, however you can modify the Material field which simply serves as a label/note field.

Deleting a Gusset

Step 1 - Select the Gusset

Select the gusset by clicking on it in the scene. Alternatively, you can use the Right Sidebar to select a brace.

Step 2 - Delete the Gusset

Once selected, you can simply hit the Delete key.

Tip

The gusset will change from a light background to a darker background when selected.