Questions tagged [edges]
An edge is a line segment connecting two vertices. An edge always connects two vertices by a straight line. The edges are the “wires” you see when you look at a mesh in wireframe view. They are usually invisible on the rendered image. They are used to construct faces.
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What is the difference between an edge loop and an edge ring?
I've heard the terms "edge ring" and "edge loop". What do they mean and how are they different?
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Shader: Rounded edge between the two intersecting faces?
Is there way to do "Rounded Edge Width" in Blender? It's familiar for me from Modo. Anyone know the trick?
Like Modo's Rounded Edge Width. Couple links for reference:
From the modo documentation:
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Blender 2.8 edge length
I'm new to blender and I want to use it as 3D printing software. I'm using 2.8 so I'll get used to new interface, but I don't know how to change edge length to a specific value. I know how to change ...
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How to model a ridged dial or gear shape
Having a difficult time finding the correct name for this, but I have some photos.
I'm specifically trying to model a sniper scope, and some of the circular rings on it have ridges on them, but I'm ...
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How to detect disconnected parts within a selection?
Consider the following edge selection:
What would be the fastest way to return the indices of the different parts of this selection? I am aiming for an output similar to this: edge_indices = [[24, 46,...
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How to Bend profiled rectangle exactly to 45 degrees?
I have these profiled rectangle.
I need to Bend it around Z-axis (Face #2 need to go to right) thus angle between faces #1 and #2 be exactly 45 degress.
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How to outset from edges/vertices?
I want to use outset on edges or vertices, as I have made a path with vertices and want to outset it. But it appears inset, with or without the outset option, does not work on edges or vertices. This ...
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How to set edge bevel weights from a python script
I need to set weights for some edges from a python script. I have tried looping through object.data.edges and setting bevel_weight values but I can't get it right. It only works if I have first edited ...
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Why do measurements change when switching from Global to Local in edit mode?
Why does the edge length information shown after ticking Edge Info -> Edge Length under Mesh Display change after choosing Global or Local?
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Why can't I dissolve this edge? [duplicate]
Hey Im new in blender and I'm having what appears to be a simple problem, why cant I dissolve this edge? I made a plane and I loop cut it to make the hole in the middle I dissolved the other edges ...
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I can't seem to select faces and edges?
I'm following this tutorial to get started with blender: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vp1sH6Cm1ww
When I try selecting an edge or a face, the program does not let me. However, I can select ...
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How to create a face out of edges
Is there any way to create a face out of these selected and enclosed edges in the screenshot? I have tried using the F key but the face overlapped part of the model. Any help is appreciated. :D
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Modeling Waffle Shape of Cone
So I have completed a model of an ice cream cone, but I'm stumped on how to achieve the waffle pattern. What would be the best way to go about this?
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Is it possible to get automatic smooth edges with flat faces without adding geometry?
I'm new with Blender and this seems like a simple thing but I haven't been able to find the answer.
The only way I've been able to find to get smooth edges while retaining flat faces is to add extra ...
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edges with thickness and color
Is there a way to vary the thickness and color of lines created by just edges and vertices?
I realize that a face can be defined and then color and material applied, but is there any way to apply a ...
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