# 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 + Q`keyboard shortcut and selecting Gusset

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**Tip**

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

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**Note**

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

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**Tip**

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