Routing From the End of a Path Reservation, Boundary or Run

atarget.gif (1372 bytes) This task explains how to route from the end of a path reservation, boundary, or run.
ainfo.gif (980 bytes) If you route an element with the same type and parameter values as the "source" element (i.e., the element from which the path reservation is routed), you can specify whether the new element you route is a continuation of the source element or a separate element. If you want to use the "Continue" option, be sure that the parent for the source element is active before you begin.
ascenari.gif (1364 bytes) 1 Select the Path Reservation icon buttonpathreserv.gif (1301 bytes).

The Routing dialog box is displayed.

2. Define the routing parameters.

See Creating a Path Reservation on an Area.

3. Place the mouse pointer at the end of the routable from which you want to route. An arrow will display to show the centerline and the support line as you move the pointer up and down the end of the routable. Select the center or support line and begin routing.

 

ainfo.gif (980 bytes) If you want to route the path reservation, boundary, or run as a continuation of the existing element, you must select the arrow that corresponds to the support line.
If the new element you route has the same type and parameter values as the element you selected, these options are added to the Routing Dialog box:

buttonroutingcontinue.gif (452 bytes) Continue Routing

buttonroutingcreatenewroute.gif (481 bytes) Create New Route

4. Select the appropriate Continue option.
5. Click in the drawing to define the routing points.
6. Double-click the last point to stop routing.

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