The Polar Array tool

Using the Polar Array tool, you can make an Array along a circular path. To explain the Polar Array tool, I will use this drawing:

Figure 4.28: A sample drawing used for the Polar Array tool

In this case, we need to make five copies of the hex bolt along the circular path, shown by the dashed circle in the previous figure. For this, you need to start with the Polar Array tool, as instructed here:

  1. Select the Polar Array tool from the Array flyout in the Modify panel of the Home tab.
  2. Select the hex bolt from the drawing area and press the Enter key.
  3. Now, the command line will prompt you to specify the center of the Array; ...

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