Create and Delete Scab/Braces

Creating a New Scab/Brace

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 Scab/Brace.

Tip

You can use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Q + A to begin inserting a scab/brace.

Step 2 - Place the Brace

Place the brace by hovering over the desired location of a member you would like to brace. Once you have placed the brace you can modify the length using the in scene editing.

Note

You are not able to edit any of the properties of the brace other than the length, however we will automatically match the lumber type/properties of the brace with the member(s) it is being inserted on.

Note

You are not able to move a brace once it has been placed. You can adjust the length as needed or delete it and create another one.

Deleting a Brace

Step 1 - Select the Brace

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

Step 2 - Delete the Brace

Once selected, you can simply hit the Delete key.